June 2015 The Oconee County access to the Jocassee Gorges is closed to vehicles. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Because we had bikes, we could go under the closed forest service gate. Balsam Lake Recreation Area The road seems to be in good condition at first, being graveled well. Apalachicola National Forest Don't take that trail. Jocassee road closures will remain in effect until Monday, Jan. 11. Youll see more picturesque spots if you extend your trip to Blue Ridge. 201 E. Broad St. Suite 1C CLEMSON, S.C. - Most year-round roads within the Jim Timmerman Natural Resources Area at Jocassee Gorges in northern Pickens County have been reopened by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR). It is not designed for mountain biking. Neal Preserve Musterground Road Exploratory Runs. George Washington National Forest Drove all the way to the end on 4/16/2022 after it rained that morning and camped at Hunt Camp 5 (at the end of Musterground Road for vehicle traffic). Fort Yargo State Park Sumatra All are first come, first serve. For more information, please visit, No conditions reported in the past 7 days. Ellijay Important: I disclaim any responsibility for any damage or personal injury that may occur as a result of the activities and information found on this website. Explored at length the BC area and didn't find the open gate leading to NC. 1) nothing to see and 2) the very south end of that trail is off limits (per Dan), but it wasn't marked and the gate was open. We'll update this page if and when it reopens. Very small beach but the dog loved it and it was some beautiful views. January 2021 Black Bear Wilderness Rice Creek Conservation Area Adel Overall, it was an excellent day out in nature, maintaining our social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak. Great views along the way, numerous picture opportunities. Ormond Beach It looked so tempting that I did it again today. Mostly gravel and nothing too rough to worry about damage or rolling. Tallulah Gorge State Park I have 3 years of amateur weather forecasting experience, having studied a lot of meteorology basics over the years. We rode through 3 streams. Water Features Tellico Plains Blakely Bulow Plantation Ruins State Park We turned right on to Auger Hole Road. Swallow Creek Wildlife Management Area Some tight turns the further in you go. October 2015 March 2014 went up with a 94 cherokee rwd no problem even in the wet! Marlinton Brasstown Bald Pulling out my DNR map, the trailhead at Line Rock Gap was located about six miles from Bad Creek, and on a perfectly sunny April day, the tenacious trio of Neil, David and Em set out for a memorable venture. The road is pretty easy going for about the first 2.5 miles, with good views of Lake Jocassee. We drove Musterground until we reached the left turn for Auger Hole. Closed due to previous weather condition and fallen trees. Crystal Mill, Colorado, is an off-road paradise, and its easy to see why. Dunlap cool trail, great scenery and well maintained. February 2021 We'll update this page if and when it reopens. Upper Tampa Bay County Park Sewanee We turned right on to Auger Hole Road. Its only open during hunting season. Cullowhee Glasgow Great trail for Jeeps. Soddy-Daisy Englewood Area We turned right on to Auger Hole Road. Savage Gulf State Natural Area 29 October 2022 OHV/Off-road driving This was such a fun 4x4 trail! St. Augustine If youre someone who always prepares for any trip, you dont need to make an itinerary for this place because the business itself will facilitate the tour. If you want easier trails, here are the other seven options: Dickey Bell, Dutch John, Falls Dam, Rocky Mountain Loop, Sawmill, Slab Pile, and Wolf Den. Jefferson National Forest Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area Dont go off directions on this app cause it will bring you to a subdivision for some reason. Blue Ridge Parkway These falls were named after Glenn Hilliard, one of the original founders of The Foothills Trail. This trail ends at a foot hiking trail that leads to the shoreline. Don't take that trail. Your links don't work but by the pics of the bridge I'd say you were in Bad Creek? January 2018 Ugh. The section of the Foothills Trail east of Musterground Road visits Hilliard Falls, a tall waterfall on Bearcamp Creek, before using forest roads to wind through hills before reaching the Horsepasture River. Fayetteville Longboat Key Great trail! Did ya make it out this weekend? This road was recently improved with fist sized rock in many places, especially steep sections. I went on a ride to musterground mountain in the jocassee area. Gorges State Park Gruetli-Laager Musterground Mountain is displayed on the "Reid" USGS topo map quad. Spartanburg, SC 29306, 2023 Upstate Forever. Great views along the way, numerous picture opportunities. Standing Indian Backcountry Area We had been on this road a few times to hike to Lower Whitewater Falls, but never ventured as far as we needed to today. As for the end of the trail, you can pass through a tunnel, which is quite cool. It is not for the faint of heart! I am an experienced hiker in this area. Musterground Trail is also suitable for your pet if you want your companion to join you. Laurel Fork North Wilderness August 2018 Chatsworth Cordele Kelly Park Chillhowee Recreation Area South Carolina JavaScript is disabled. I brought my 2020 Jeep gladiator. Cool trail with several camping spots, but doesn't lead to too many views except for a nice river and wide view of Lake Jocassee. Its only open during hunting season. Troutdale This road provides access to the Foothills Trail several miles east of the traditional Lower Whitewater Falls Trailhead. If you are seeing this, then your internet browser is Microsoft Internet Explorer and you are running in Compatibility mode. The fantastic scenery of California welcomes all types of outdoor activities and, Read More 23 Best Off Road San Diego TrailsContinue. I discovered that my batlewings' weak spot are the sandy pits. There are many steep up and steep down sections. Rock Creek Gorge Scenic Area Today, you can find me out in the woods every weekend, whether it's on an official trail or bushwhacking through cross-country terrain without any paths. And the best part? McMinville Oh there's great Wee-Strom gravel all over the place. Ocean-to-Lake Trail Great drive, some great views, and lots of fun for dogs off leash. The first part is narrower, the next one is ideal for people and vehicles since the State itself maintains it, and the rest of the trail has campsites. The ATV parking only sign and Musterground Road The path continued to gradually go uphill before eventually ending up at a clearing that was signposted for ATV parking. November 2014 Beersheba Springs It also has a picturesque river where you can take as many shots as you want while exploring for the rest of the day. We saw a waterfall covered in rhododendron near Bear Creek Road. 11/24/20 - great offroad trip! Sprewell Bluff Park Rome Rock Island State Park Honeymoon Island State Park Went all the way in .to hunting camp 5. Hayesville Great views along the way, numerous picture opportunities. Kolomoki Mounds State Park This was my first mountain biking adventure. 2023 Back Lake Shoot Out - February 4, 2023 . Pisgah Civitan Park I highly recommend. Gate was locked when we finally found it. Black Rock Mountain State Park Dont go off directions on this app cause it will bring you to a subdivision for some reason. Its also quite unpredictable since it includes hills, muddy sections, and bodies of water. A little higher than stock due to larger tires. Huntington Adventures on this trail are even better for beginners if their vehicle uses all-terrain (AT) tires. Ponds/Lakes Phone Numbers | Went all the way in .to hunting camp 5. Aight! Life's Better If you believe, like I do, that water is our most valuable resource on the planet, this is a glorious sight! All stock and only use my 4x2. Always find out if the gate is unlocked ahead of time! Ducktown It is not designed for mountain biking. Soddy Daisy Spring Hill Panama City Area SC Rangers will close the gate on Jan 2 (after hunting season). You should also know that this location has different sections. Here is where we set out on foot to hike the .4 mile spur trail to The Foothills Trail. Trenton The trail that joins this old road is the FHT, located just before the spot where the spur that goes over to Musterground Road and Lower Whitewater Falls overlook is located.I followed this road (starting from its other end), and it makes a nice loop and/or alternative choice for a mile or so of the FHT. Because we had bikes, we could go under the closed forest service gate. Only a few mud puddles that were easy to ride around. Musterground Trail is also suitable for your pet if you want your companion to join you. Manatee Springs State Park Apalachicola Bluffs And Ravines Preserve there are multiple camp sites. Did you know you can find out when the gates are locked/unlocked! Torreya State Park Robinson Preserve Some tight turns the further in you go. If you want to walk around a bit, there are several parking spots despite the small size. "Road closure will protect soil and water quality, road integrity and help avoid public safety issues," said Mark Hall, SCDNR Jocassee Gorges land manager. May 2015 Mountains-to-Sea Trail The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. All 34 miles of trails are open to dirt bikes, and over 14 miles are open to ATVs, jeeps, and other 4-wheel-drive vehicles. We drove AHR until it turned into Chestnut Mountain and rode that all the way back to the parking lot for Turtleback Falls. May 2017 Dan said it is a 15-20 mile stretch, but some great areas. Great drive, some great views, and lots of fun for dogs off leash. I didn't want to tear up the trail so I switched to 4x4. Cheaha Wilderness Very easy to drive, fun, several area to take pictures. As for the vehicles that are usually used on this trail, ATVs and 4WDs are quite popular. Crestview Area Regardless of which type of vehicle youll use foroff roading in NC, there are intermediate to difficult level trails to conquer. Southeastern Cave Conservancy Linville Gorge Wilderness Dahlonega A 10-mile portion of the Horsepasture road is open year-round and has 4 designated camp sites. For an unforgettable adventure, you can have a long run on this trail. This would make a day hike to the Horsepasture River possible. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (sc.gov). Feb 12, 2019 at 7:00 PM #152 #152. Citrus Wildlife Management Area A few notes: spoke with a lifelong hunter (Dan) up there. Is it more challenging? November 2017 years ago and need to get back up there to see the rest of the trail. Brown Mountain OHV area is the only trail system within Pisgah National Forest that allows all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and 44 off-road driving. Pittman Center Joyce Kilmer Slickrock Wilderness Hit a 19deg pitch on one spot. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Another one I ran out of momentum and walked the last few steps through the stream. Sebring Area Great moderate 4wd trail, we had a 2014 f-150 super crew with the 6.5ft bed, everything stock. The gates will be locked until further notice. Trail gets pretty narrow on the back half and I really had no business being there in a burb but I do on occasion like to send it. https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/ga-weekly-getting-outdoors.596215/page-37#post-22079490, https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/stuck-in-nc-gamelands-anyone-around.648129/, Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics, Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world, Post your own photos in our Members Gallery. Grundy Forest State Natural Area Looking forward to going back to do some more of the side roads up into NC. If youre looking for off road trails in NC, this article provides some of the best places to ride. The trail closes January 2nd. Another one I ran out of momentum and walked the last few steps through the stream. Bradenton This road was recently improved with fist sized rock in many places, especially steep sections. Nobody is required to make a reservation to travel this trail. This was done Wednesday January 29. Great drive, some great views, and lots of fun for dogs off leash. The 77-mile Foothills Trail straddles the North Carolina and South Carolina border for much of its trek through the Southern Blue Ridge Escarpment. We saw a waterfall covered in rhododendron near Bear Creek Road. Frozen Head State Park I was struck by the solitude and peacefulness of the pools beneath the falls that flow into Bearcamp Creek. Newport Obwohl sich der Weg bestens zum Angeln, Wandern und Offroad-Fahren eignet, trifft man hier nur selten andere Abenteurer an. Maggie Valley It is a seasonal road (all roads will continue to be open seasonally beginning September 15 through January 2 and during the month of April). Cohutta Wilderness Well just drive two hours to get there only to find out the trail is only open during hunting season and theyve restricted all travel otherwise. Crossed over a couple creeks. The gravel terrain is generally dog-friendly, so there's no need to worry. Skid plate a must! Mark Oleg OzboydI'm an avid outdoor explorer and a hobbyist landscape photographer. November 2019 June 2017 West Virginia Hit a 19deg pitch on one spot. This trail is great for fishing, hiking, and off-road driving, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. As of Monday afternoon, the road was still covered in ice and snow. Rembert C. Dennis Building,1000 Assembly Street,Columbia, SC 29201 New River Gorge National Park Sarasota Area @synaps3 did a write-up here, so I put mine . Talladega National Forest One of the best things about trail systems in national forests like the Badin Lake area is the presence of well-developed and safe campsites. This is most definitely a 4 wheel drive trail. Four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicles and Jeeps can also be used, but theyre only allowed in some areas. Like the Wash Creek Road because of the river, light traffic, and easy dirt-gravel terrain, the Bent Creek Road is an excellent destination for off-road adventures without a 4WD and nature treks. Scenic Views May 2016 Throughout the years that followed, as I slowly ran out of popular hiking trails in my area, I began to search for and hike in more seldom-visited areas. Mission accomplished! Unaka Mountain Wilderness This is a great set of trails when its its open. Benton Mackaye Trail Registered Agent Changes History Reliance This trail ends at a foot hiking trail that leads to the shoreline. The gravel road is only open in the month of April, and from September 15 through January 2. Fun trail! GTM Reserve This waterfall is best seen after a period of heavy rain. Reflecting on the day, I continue to be thankful for the visionaries who preserved this area and who continue to work tirelessly to protect this special, special place in our state and our country. A very rough ATV road - used mainly by hunters - called Musterground Road, is open during hunting seasons. No reservations and no permitting req'd. Lineville Great Smoky Mountains National Park A gentle rain cooled us off, reminding me that we were in the only temperate rain forest east of the Rockies. Privacy Policy. FOIA | Florida We spent an awesome weekend offroading and camping. Palatka Lithia Springs Southern Nantahala Wilderness Lookout Mountain Battlefield Great day in the woods! Pittsburg Ridge Runners SC Annual Turkey Feed - January 28, 2023 - Pittsburg, NH. I didn't get out to Musterground Mtn, but followed a side trail south. Gotta do the horse pasture one. Greenville, SC 29601, 864.327.0090 There are steep slopes and slightly big rocks in the area if you want some ATV challenges. Virgin Falls State Natural Area Done in a Jeep wrangler. Hillsborough River State Park Hinson Conservation & Recreation Area First half of trail easy 2nd half moderate. Unfortunately it was dark when we were in this area. Tate City Fort Mountain State Park Snowbird Backcountry Area And, if youll explore more carefully, youll find a beautiful grassy section. Please get out and enjoy the outdoors and let me tag along! If I ever do this again, it will be in a motorized vehicle. Accessibility Cornelia SEASONAL CLOSURE: This area is subject to seasonal closure from January to September. April 2017 There is a gate at the beginning of the road. Parrish Mentone 4WD is necessary for this road in places. Not due to traction issues but centered slightly a couple of times due to length. Alfred A. We used this road to access Foothills Trail and Hilliard Falls. Approximately 13 miles in length, the Musterground trail is neither too easy nor too hard to pass through. We were fortunate that we had no equipment malfunctions. A previous poster reported the same situation. Myron B. Hodge City Park Bankhead National Forest Chiefland Area Vogel State Park Drove all the way to the end on 4/16/2022 after it rained that morning and camped at Hunt Camp 5 (at the end of Musterground Road for vehicle traffic). The "arrow" at the bottom is NOT drawn, its where I actually drove trying to explore tails :-) There is also a trail that runs north to Gorges State Park. Jul 25, 2016 #7. . Well just drive two hours to get there only to find out the trail is only open during hunting season and theyve restricted all travel otherwise. April 2018 If I ever do this again, it will be in a motorized vehicle. White Springs Was hard to find since highway 101 has a road closer. It was not as muddy as I was expecting. Camp Adger Road at US 178, which goes to the Franklin Gravely Monument, has not yet reopened but SCDNR officials expect it to reopen later this week. Six miles deep into the rugged Jocassee Gorges, we pulled over to the left at Line Rock Gap and found the red gate at the trailhead. I now attend Washington & Lee University and am exploring Virginia and West Virginia. Then hiked down to the end of the road on the foot trail (maybe like 3-4 miles) to a nice private beach on Jocassee. Cool trail with several camping spots, but doesn't lead to too many views except for a nice river and wide view of Lake Jocassee. http://www.dnr.sc.gov/managed/wild/jocassee/management8.htm About the Gorges State Park (3/23/12 - New Information from Randall below) : .Info on the Gorges State Park area in NC. Duncan Ridge Trail For information on the road to Sassafras, call the Pickens County Sheriffs Office at (864) 898-5500. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 17 min to complete. Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area Cumberland Trail The trail starts from Elk City in Idaho, goes through a vast, undeveloped, Read More Magruder Corridor OHV Road Guide: Montana & IdahoContinue, Arkansas is known for its splendid scenery, vast terrain, and wildlife. Little Frog Wilderness We would have enjoyed finishing the trail with our Jeep but there were too many hunters ! This is most definitely a 4 wheel drive trail. May 2018 The segment of the Foothills Trail between the Bad Creek Trailhead and Rocky Bottom has intrigued me for a long time. High Falls State Park Just remember to be responsible for your trash. Bucks Pocket State Park Big South Fork National Recreation Area Great moderate 4wd trail, we had a 2014 f-150 super crew with the 6.5ft bed, everything stock. "It's open two times during the year, March 20-May 10 and September 15-January 1.". Riders can also buy a map with complete details so they can maximize their itinerary. There is such camaraderie on the trail and I was happy for the five-minute rest as we stopped to chat with them. Fun trail! Some hikers use a boat shuttle across Lake Jocassee to split the segment, but that was not really an option in my case, because I would likely finish the hike after the shuttling service closes for the night. Is Musterground road open? based on 18 tracks & routes | #44 hike out of 100 in Sumter National Forest | DIFFICULT smartphoneSave Hike View Photos ( 24) fullscreen link Copy Link share Share directions Driving Directions file_download GPX/KML 10.1 mi Distance 5 hrs 5 min Time terrain 1,001 ft Elev Gain Overview This is a difficult one way trail in Sumter National Forest. Camel's Hump State Park Chestnut Mountain Rd. Wartburg It is not designed for mountain biking. February 2014, All Grandfather Mountain State Park We were able to bring the dog, kids and find a great pull off to camp. Mark Trail Wilderness We got lucky and the road was open. This was such a fun 4x4 trail! Hiawassee Originally based out of Atlanta, Georgia, I started out by occasionally hiking short trails throughout well-known Georgia State Parks. UPCOMING EVENTS: Pittsburg Ridge Runners' 9th Annual Snowmobile Blessing, - January 14, 2023 - Pittsburg, NH. Nice views of the lake below and some white water rapids. Jocassee Gorges interior roads are scheduled to remain open until Jan. 15, and Hall said the inclement weather closings should not affect that schedule. Chattanooga Oconee State Park Eastpoint Thomaston My favorite stop was about five miles in right before we crossed The Thompson River. If youre also planning to go to the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Bent Creek Roads endpoint is just below it. Check the SCDNR social media outlets, or call (864) 868-0281 for Jocassee Gorges road management updates. Check the South Carolina DNR website for hunting season dates. We strolled along a beautiful sandy bank to get a great view of the extremely unique bridge over the Thompson built from old boilers, drainpipes, or something of their likeness! And right again, that is Bad Creek. One of my favorite resources when exploring is my DNR Jim Timmerman Natural Resources Area at Jocassee Gorges map. Virginia Outdoors Foundation Here's a link to the DNR site http://www.dnr.sc.gov/managed/wild/j.anagement8.htm There's a point where it gets beyond gravel and becomes double track with a couple rough spots. August 2019 Seen references to Musterground area, can anyone tell me about this trail? Still really enjoyable! We would have enjoyed finishing the trail with our Jeep but there were too many hunters ! Weeki Wachee Preserve This free map can be found at many of the State Parks in this area, and is a must for anyone wanting to discover the riches of the Gorges. Flickr photos, groups, and tags related to the "musterground" Flickr tag. We got lucky and the road was open. December 2018 Pigeon Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area Chunky Gal Trail Sylva Tate's Hell State Forest A few spots were slick. Its also one of the largest US states, leaving, Read More 14 Best Dirt Bike Trails in TexasContinue, The Magruder Corridor is a 113-mile OHV road connecting Idaho and Montana. The road is actually open now until April or may. Aight! I didn't want to tear up the trail so I switched to 4x4. On the left is a trailhead for the Bad Creek Spur hiking trail. will not be able to view the application with this browser and these settings. Three years later and after doing some research, I discovered that one of the trailheads to Hilliard Falls is Line Rock Gap which can be accessed via Musterground Road at Duke Energys Bad Creek Facility. DeSoto State Park Magruder Corridor OHV Road Guide: Montana & Idaho, Alpine Loop Colorado Difficulty (Off-Road Tips), Crystal Mill Colorado: Off-Road Guide and Tips. EricL, Feb 12, 2019 #151. We started at Musterground Road in the parking lot for Foothills Trail Lower Falls. You will only be about 60 miles away from Tail Of The Dragon. Unfortunately it was dark when we were in this area. Appalachian Trail January 2017 It includes eight trails that are within the easiest to the most challenging range. As for the vehicles that are usually used on this trail, ATVs and 4WDs are quite popular. June 2019 Kind of a long truck for this trail, but we managed to make it about half way along the trail before having to back down a hill and turn around. What a wonderful gift it was to be heading to our destination with no time limits! Gate was open! No longer a v-strom owner but a Stromtrooper at heart. Maybe a forum issue cause they work if I copy and paste them. Bakersville Smithgall Woods State Park Elizabethton In all, the round-trip hike was 4.4 miles. Nice easy trail with some pretty lake views. Too late in the day for the hike. Blairsville Pumpkintown February 2017 North Carolina SC Rangers will close the gate on Jan 2 (after hunting season). Kept it in 2WD until after a big turnaround maybe 5 miles in. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. OffRoadingPro.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Sweetwater Creek State Park We walked uphill and very steep downhill. Opposite Gorges State Park on the NC/SC border is Musterground Road. We started at Musterground Road in the parking lot for Foothills Trail Lower Falls. Collier-Seminole State Park Florida Trail Ring Park Prentice Cooper State Forest Musterground Road Falls Waterfall GPS: 35.02873, -82.98523 Water source: Unmapped tributary Waterfall height: approximately 25-20 feet This waterfall is roadside along Musterground Road (Bad Creek access), which is open seasonally. Rosman Greeneville First-time ATV users can learn the basics there, making it an excellent spot for families. "Road closure will protect soil and water quality, road integrity and help avoid public safety issues," said Mark Hall, SCDNR Jocassee Gorges land manager. Only a few mud puddles that were easy to ride around. In 2018, I fulfilled a goal when I hiked the 77-mile Foothills Trail with my husband, Neil, and our friend and neighbor, David Delahunty. This road provides access to the Foothills Trail several miles east of the traditional Lower Whitewater Falls Trailhead. Dan said it is a 15-20 mile stretch, but some great areas. Slow going so be prepared! Texas, the Lone Star State, is known for its hot weather, great BBQ, and live music. We crossed the Iron Bridge at the Horsepasture River. June 2014 Vehicles can easily handle the size and depth of the puddles. Please remove "SC.GOV" from your compatibility view listings using your settings in the Internet Explorer options. A forum community dedicated to all Suzuki Strom owners and enthusiasts. Closed due to previous weather condition and fallen trees. Joined: I took my 2022 Colorado ZR2 with 31" tires and 10" of ground clearance and had no problem. Built explicitly for ATV enthusiasts, the Carolina Backwoods is a fun destination. Franklin Enter your email address to subscribe for trail reports: March 2021 Crossing Whitewater and Thompson Rivers was a thrill that provided first-class views. However, its only around four miles, which is much shorter than the former option. Alabama This goes for all the forest service roads. The gravel road is only open in the month of April, and from September 15 through January 2. The gate, which is near the intersection with Glady Fork Road and is managed by Pickens County in inclement weather, is about a mile from the Sassafras Mountain Overlook. Nice views of the lake below and some white water rapids. Kind of a long truck for this trail, but we managed to make it about half way along the trail before having to back down a hill and turn around. Peaks Of Otter Recreation Area Lula Lake Land Trust Erkunde diese 12,8-Meilen lange Strecke in der Nhe von Sapphire, North Carolina. Trail gets pretty narrow on the back half and I really had no business being there in a burb but I do on occasion like to send it. Very small beach but the dog loved it and it was some beautiful views. March 2015 Jocassee Gorges, acquired by SCDNR in 1998, is also home to rare and unusual plants and animals. Drove part of it two (?) We were able to bring the dog, kids and find a great pull off to camp. Orlando Area Reed Bingham State Park SAISONALE SCHLIEUNG: Dieser Bereich unterliegt von Januar bis September einer saisonalen Schlieung. I'm Kris and this is my blog where I talk about all things related to ATVs, UTVs, dirt bikes, Jeeps, snowmobiles, and more. Oconee Station Historic Site We rode our bikes when we could and walked the rest. Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park Jackson Still really enjoyable! Musterground Road on the Oconee County side of Jocassee Gorges, which was already scheduled to close for the season Jan. 15, will remain closed until its seasonal opening date of March 20. I think Musterground Rd is part of this area. 2022 All rights reserved. October 2014 Foothills Trail March 2016 Saluda Other than the fact that AT tires are designed for off-road places, theyre also better at handling impact from the occasional bumps in this area. No lift. This trail ends at a foot hiking trail that leads to the shoreline. Spring City The prettiest part was probably a few miles east of the Thompson River to the ATV parking area, a few miles from the Bad Creek parking lot. All outdoor activities, especially off-trail hiking, are done at your own risk. April 2015 Waynesville This was done Wednesday January 29. No lift. That's badass. Drove part of it two (?) Hiking to the Lower Whitewater Falls - Final Stretch There was a good bit of elevation but nothing that our easy and steady pace couldnt handle. This goes for all the forest service roads. Was hard to find since highway 101 has a road closer. For more information, contact the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Communications Office by emailing [email protected]. Despite the risky terrain, a lot of people still visit this location. Its also a forest road but with moderate difficulty for different kinds of activities. Triple Creek Preserve Topsail Hill State Park Bonus - the leaves were at peak today. A few spots were slick. Too late in the day for the hike. Art Loeb Trail Have a stock unlimited, not ready to scratch it up or break it yet, so JavaScript is disabled. A previous poster reported the same situation. Anybody know if the gate is still open? Watch carefully for the gate as it is easily missed! All are first come, first serve. We drove over from northeast Georgia, only to find the gate locked. We rode through 3 streams. SEASONAL CLOSURE: This area is subject to seasonal closure from January to September. Mistletoe State Park Several people even used minivans. Lastly, dont miss the campsites andof coursethe views of Lake Jocassee. for this quest. Access to the road to the Sassafras Mountain Overlook, F. Van Clayton Highway, is managed by Pickens County and may be subject to closure as well. We crossed the Iron Bridge at the Horsepasture River. Cleevland November 2015 Wide trail and lots of scenery. Took stock Jeep JK 2dr and made it. Too late in the day for the hike. Gainesville Area The entrance to Horsepasture Road is on US 178 about a mile north of Rocky Bottom community. You The prettiest part was probably a few miles east of the Thompson River to the ATV parking area, a few miles from the Bad Creek parking lot. Its subtropical climate and abundance of greenery make it an excellent destination for off-road, Read More 15 Best Off Road Parks in ArkansasContinue, If youve ever dreamed of completing historic, epic trails on your 44, then the Alpine Loop in Colorado must be on your bucket list. July 2015 Naples Area Cool trail with several camping spots, but doesn't lead to too many views except for a nice river and wide view of Lake Jocassee. Most of Chestnut Mountain Road was a steep decent on fist sized gravel. Sky Valley Not due to traction issues but centered slightly a couple of times due to length. We drove over from northeast Georgia, only to find the gate locked. Drove all the way to the end on 4/16/2022 after it rained that morning and camped at Hunt Camp 5 (at the end of Musterground Road for vehicle traffic). We saw no one all day. Great trail! Mount Rogers National Recreation Area Jasper There is much work to be done, and the time is now! Privacy Policy. The last option that I was left with was to try to use an ATV road mainly used by hunters - Musterground Road - to get to a point on the Foothills Trail several miles east of Bad Creek. Most of Chestnut Mountain Road was a steep decent on fist sized gravel. Virginia We were able to bring the dog, kids and find a great pull off to camp. July 2019 June 2016 Discussion in 'South East' started by EricL, . which made me think how refreshing it would feel in the heat of the summer. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. One of my favorite resources when exploring is my "DNR Jim Timmerman Natural Resources Area at Jocassee Gorges" map. Overall, it was an excellent day out in nature, maintaining our social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak. We drove a stock Toyota Tacoma and it did fine but taller and better tires would have been useful on some sections. Very small beach but the dog loved it and it was some beautiful views. Tracy City Enota Retreat Clarkesville Musterground Mountain Information Coordinates: 35.0117601N, -82.9584775W Approx. Die beste Zeit fr einen Besuch dieser Route ist von September bis Dezember. There are many steep up and steep down sections. Like the trail system weve discussed earlier, camping is also allowed in the Daniel TR 390 area. Fort Payne Basinger A few spots were slick. Brasstown Wilderness We rode our bikes when we could and walked the rest. Just as we where driving back out a Ford Ranger (small one) came up and stopped to ask, "How's the trail up ahead?" Econfina Creek Wildife Management Area Gainesville Welcome to Off-Roading Pro. Took stock Jeep JK 2dr and made it. I used my brakes almost the whole way with a frequent threat of skidding out. Always find out if the gate is unlocked ahead of time! Sparta This is a road designed for 4WD and ATVs. Please remove "SC.GOV" from your compatibility view listings using your settings in the Internet Explorer options. All stock and only use my 4x2. Signal Mountain Ridge Runners) - January 28, 2023 - Berlin, NH. I fell in the water on the first one. Gotta do the horse pasture one. St. Marks Area My only regret was not taking the spur trail to Hilliard Falls, which is arguably one of the most elusive and remote falls in the Carolinas. Townsend September 2017 Gate was locked when we finally found it. We drove over from northeast Georgia, only to find the gate locked. Gatlinburg And just like that, it was time to head back. If youre worried about the possibility of muddy grounds, the soil isnt too mushy when wet. Bradenton Beach There were rock outcroppings and small waterfalls. Still really enjoyable! As far as technicality, I wouldn't suggest going through without a lift and AT tires. 46 Sluder Branch Road, Candler, 28715: John Jewell Esq: 2022-08-12: Asheville Refrigeration Company LLC: 1465 Sand Hill Rd Ste 1034, Candler, NC 28715: Mark P Sundara: 2022-08-02: OMNI Hawk USA Inc. 123 Liberty Road Unit B, Candler, NC 28715: The Bottom Line Accounting Services LLC: 2022-09-27: Green's Home Improvement LLC: 123 Lost Trail Dr . Not under this specific thread subject, but are there cool roads to ride in Sumter forest north of cola? Did this in an 02 Suburban. On the hike out, we ran into some thru-hikers from North Carolina looking for some guidance on campsites. This was my first mountain biking adventure. April 2016 St. George Island State Park 11/24/20 - great offroad trip! Highlands Scenic Highway Crossed over a couple creeks. Cashiers Some tight turns the further in you go. Raven Cliffs Wilderness I was thinking about going to Uwharrie this weekend, but I may make this run instead just to do it before they put the gate back up. there are multiple camp sites. The "arrow" at the bottom is NOT drawn, its where I actually drove trying to explore tails :-) There is also a trail that runs north to Gorges State Park. It's open two times during the year, March 20-May 10 and September 15-January 1. Looking forward to going back to do some more of the side roads up into NC. Occasionally my feet slipped going downhill on the large gravel. Helen Amicalola Falls State Park Even shorter than the Bent Creek Road, Rockhouse Creek Road is almost three miles only. Ugh. De Soto National Memorial The Jocassee Gorges, which includes the Franklin L. Gravely Wildlife Management Area, is in northern Pickens and Oconee counties along the North Carolina border and surrounds Lake Jocassee. Historic Sites Hwy 11 southwest, right on Hwy 130, enter Bad Creek Area on right, go downhill, make first left. The business number is #1205584. Benton Has anyone been down this road or have any info about the area? 507 Pettigru St Disclosure: We may get commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Trail gets pretty narrow on the back half and I really had no business being there in a burb but I do on occasion like to send it. September 2019 Berry College Trail System I have worked with Glenn through our service on the Board of Upstate Forever, which deepened my desire to see this waterfall! Okaloacoochee Slough State Forest 98 Casey DR, Candler, NC 28715 Overview Sleepy Sheep Mobile Home Park LLC is business registered with North Carolina Secretary of the State (SOS). September 2014 2023 Annual Winter Cookout (White Mtn. 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