Did this in an 02 Suburban. Took stock Jeep JK 2dr and made it. September 2016 This was done Wednesday January 29. April 2014 Pigeon Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area We drove over from northeast Georgia, only to find the gate locked. Pigeon-Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area Primitive camping is permitted along the Foothills Trail, Eastatoee Creek Heritage Preserve Spur or the Palmetto Trail year-round and no permits are required. Duke Energy has closed Bad Creek Hydro Project and Musterground Road in Oconee. cool trail, great scenery and well maintained. We drove a stock Toyota Tacoma and it did fine but taller and better tires would have been useful on some sections. Lake Placid Blood Mountain Wilderness EricL, Feb 12, 2019 #151. Nobody is required to make a reservation to travel this trail. Historic Sites Did ya make it out this weekend? 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 . Eastpoint We walked uphill and very steep downhill. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Sweetwater Creek State Park Tennessee Bird watching, hiking, fishing and hunting are traditional uses on Jocassee. Jocassee Gorges interior roads are scheduled to remain open until Jan. 15, and Hall said the inclement weather closings should not affect that schedule. "Road closure will protect soil and water quality, road integrity and help avoid public safety issues," said Mark Hall, SCDNR Jocassee Gorges land manager. Clarkesville Musterground Trail is also suitable for your pet if you want your companion to join you. Anybody know if the gate is still open? Venice We were also fortunate that it did not rain. Newbie here, loving all the info I can glean shared by y'all. 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. No reservations and no permitting req'd. Gate was locked when we finally found it. Sparta I wonder which trail he is talking about that goes to Gorges, if it's the one that is typically closed. As far as technicality, I wouldn't suggest going through without a lift and AT tires. To summarize, these locations have the best off road trails in North Carolina: Finally, you can now have a concrete plan to explore NC as soon as you take our suggested locations to heart. Lake Wales Ridge State Forest Originally based out of Atlanta, Georgia, I started out by occasionally hiking short trails throughout well-known Georgia State Parks. February 2019 If youre looking for off road trails in NC, this article provides some of the best places to ride. Chillhowee Recreation Area We used this road to access Foothills Trail and Hilliard Falls. We used this road to access Foothills Trail and Hilliard Falls. Tray Mountain Wilderness 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. There were a few steep grades and a couple of wash outs that required a little planning but she made it and turned out to be a great day. Pigeon-Crockford Wildlife Management Area Covington Cornelia Leffis Key Preserve This hike occurred on Saturday, April 30, 2016. 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. Elk Park Great drive, some great views, and lots of fun for dogs off leash. The entrance to Horsepasture Road is on US 178 about a mile north of Rocky Bottom community. SEASONAL CLOSURE: This area is subject to seasonal closure from January to September. Just remember to be responsible for your trash. Its also quite unpredictable since it includes hills, muddy sections, and bodies of water. Mentone This is most definitely a 4 wheel drive trail. 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. 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. Feb 12, 2019 at 7:00 PM #152 #152. Ocala Area Did you know you can find out when the gates are locked/unlocked! November 2014 Great trail for Jeeps. A forum community dedicated to all Suzuki Strom owners and enthusiasts. Dont go off directions on this app cause it will bring you to a subdivision for some reason. For an unforgettable adventure, you can have a long run on this trail. is 3.5 miles. Some tight turns the further in you go. Tallulah Falls This goes for all the forest service roads. Brevard Texas, the Lone Star State, is known for its hot weather, great BBQ, and live music. July 2015 Reed Bingham State Park Sale Creek Drove part of it two (?) Since parking is also essential, the Cotton Place Trailhead will always be available for vehicles that successfully reach the Daniel TR 390 trails most challenging area. South Carolina Department ofNatural Resources Because I was familiar with the road from the Whitewater River bridge to the Bad Creek parking, we rode our bikes in the dark with headlamps. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Great moderate 4wd trail, we had a 2014 f-150 super crew with the 6.5ft bed, everything stock. Adel Local leaders share perspectives on conservation and economic development, Recently Protected: Tyger River Confluence at Nesbitt Shoals, 864.250.0500 It is not designed for mountain biking. Its the most challenging section. Art Loeb Trail Glasgow 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. "It's open two times during the year, March 20-May 10 and September 15-January 1.". Explored at length the BC area and didn't find the open gate leading to NC. 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! Florida Caverns State Park Jones Gap State Park It is not designed for mountain biking. 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. Nice views of the lake below and some white water rapids. Foothills Trail The Jocassee Gorges entrance at Shooting Tree Ridge Road, which is on Cleo Chapman Highway in Eastatoe Valley, will remain open, but the road will be gated and closed at Cane Creek. Great drive, some great views, and lots of fun for dogs off leash. Rock Creek Gorge Scenic Area September 2017 Disclosure: We may get commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Vehicles can easily handle the size and depth of the puddles. 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. This road provides access to the Foothills Trail several miles east of the traditional Lower Whitewater Falls Trailhead. There were many mini waterfalls along the way that tempted us to stop and savor. This is Musterground Road. The Jocassee Gorges is in northern Pickens and Oconee counties along the North Carolina border and surrounds Lake Jocassee. Drove part of it two (?) St. George Island State Park 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. We drove Musterground until we reached the left turn for Auger Hole. The Jocassee Gorges trail has terrain with lots of rocks, hence the rough surface. Whether you want an easy or hard trail, the Badin Lake system has it all. I love to explore earth's natural terrain and share my experience. 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. December 2016 will not be able to view the application with this browser and these settings. July 2014 Its only open during hunting season. Adventures on this trail are even better for beginners if their vehicle uses all-terrain (AT) tires. Tea Creek Wildlife Management Area February 2017 Adirondack Park 201 E. Broad St. Suite 1C 11/24/20 - great offroad trip! This is most definitely a 4 wheel drive trail. It's 13 miles one way. We started at Musterground Road in the parking lot for Foothills Trail Lower Falls. January 2015 Chiefland Area 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). Let's ride! Very small beach but the dog loved it and it was some beautiful views. Always find out if the gate is unlocked ahead of time! Lula Lake Land Trust Will bring the naked wee back to this trail. #1 Whitehall April 2018 We got lucky and the road was open. We were able to bring the dog, kids and find a great pull off to camp. Most of the Brown Mountain system trails are ideal for all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and trail bikes. Kept it in 2WD until after a big turnaround maybe 5 miles in. August 2014 29 October 2022 OHV/Off-road driving This was such a fun 4x4 trail! Ugh. Unfortunately it was dark when we were in this area. This goes for all the forest service roads. See some more details on the topic Are the uwharrie OHV trails open? Great Smoky Mountains National Park A forum community dedicated to Jeep Wrangler owners and enthusiasts. Great trail! This is a great set of trails when its its open. Sebring Area I'm 21 years old and have been hiking since 2011. A previous poster reported the same situation. August 2016 Kept it in 2WD until after a big turnaround maybe 5 miles in. We drove over from northeast Georgia, only to find the gate locked. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (sc.gov). FOIA | Ducktown Was hard to find since highway 101 has a road closer. Hiking to the Lower Whitewater Falls - Final Stretch Robinson Preserve Its also an impressive location for nature lovers, social media users, and photographers because of the lush forest within and different bodies of water near the area. Joyce Kilmer Slickrock Wilderness I would return the same way. We drove over from northeast Georgia, only to find the gate locked. Jasper Is Musterground road open? Talladega National Forest Dahlonega And, if youll explore more carefully, youll find a beautiful grassy section. Black Bear Wilderness Sylva Wide trail and lots of scenery. You August 2018 I'm Kris and this is my blog where I talk about all things related to ATVs, UTVs, dirt bikes, Jeeps, snowmobiles, and more. Cherohala Skyway 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. Mccaysville Long Trail @synaps3 did a write-up here, so I put mine . The road to Sassafras Mountain Overlook, the F. Van Clayton Highway, is still closed. The gates will be locked until further notice. Sarasota There were a few steep grades and a couple of wash outs that required a little planning but she made it and turned out to be a great day. Gruetli-Laager For more information on Jocassee Gorges, visit South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (sc.gov). Pisgah Civitan Park Lookout Mountain went up with a 94 cherokee rwd no problem even in the wet! 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. Occasionally my feet slipped going downhill on the large gravel. 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. 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. Panama City Area 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. A little higher than stock due to larger tires. Salem Youll see more picturesque spots if you extend your trip to Blue Ridge. Highlands 2015 JK Hard Rock Red 9.5 Warn Winch with factory bumper. I used my brakes almost the whole way with a frequent threat of skidding out. Its only open during hunting season. December 2014 Musterground Road is to the right. Citico Creek Wilderness 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. De Soto National Memorial One of my favorite resources when exploring is my "DNR Jim Timmerman Natural Resources Area at Jocassee Gorges" map. Fort Yargo State Park The year-round roads include Horsepasture Road from the Laurel Valley entrance on US 178 to Jumping Off Rock. The segment of the Foothills Trail between the Bad Creek Trailhead and Rocky Bottom has intrigued me for a long time. Regardless of which type of vehicle youll use foroff roading in NC, there are intermediate to difficult level trails to conquer. Sarasota Area The gravel road is only open in the month of April, and from September 15 through January 2. Open again March 20th. Most of Chestnut Mountain Road was a steep decent on fist sized gravel. Registered Agent Changes History Did you know you can find out when the gates are locked/unlocked! Some tight turns the further in you go. Pinhoti Trail LaFayette February 2021 Ring Park 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. This goes for all the forest service roads. St. Augustine October 2014 July 2019 If I ever do this again, it will be in a motorized vehicle. I fell in the water on the first one. Young Harris. Newport Benton Mackaye Trail Little River Canyon National Preserve The lower Tater Hill road (off Hwy 130) should also continue to be opened seasonally. Difficult? Oh there's great Wee-Strom gravel all over the place. It has such pretty lake views. Hit a 19deg pitch on one spot. Bulow Creek State Park Is it more challenging? Cashiers Great day in the woods! Dan said it is a 15-20 mile stretch, but some great areas. Florida Trail Dec 29, 2017 (Edited) Wide trail and lots of scenery. In this essay,originally published in the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources'Jocassee Journal, Emelyn reflects on her experience hiking to Hilliard Falls, located off the Foothills Trail. CC Putnam State Forest First half of trail easy 2nd half moderate. Despite the risky terrain, a lot of people still visit this location. Chattanooga Valley This is a road designed for 4WD and ATVs. 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. There is such camaraderie on the trail and I was happy for the five-minute rest as we stopped to chat with them. The water temperature was a cool 58 degrees (yes, I carry a water thermometer in my backpack!) We turned right on to Auger Hole Road. June 2014 Whitewater Falls to Whitewater River Trail, Bad Creek Trailhead to Upper Whitewater Falls, Lower Whitewater Falls Via Foothills Trail, Bad Creek Trailhead to Lower Whitewater Falls Observation Deck, Foothills Trail: Whitewater Falls to Oconee State Park, Foothills Trail: Bad Creek to Hilliard Falls and Lower Whitewater Falls, Foothills Trail: Upper Whitewater Falls to Burrell's Ford Rd, Foothills Trail: Bad Creek A7 to Bear Gap, Coon Branch via Bad Creek to Foothills Trail, Foothills Trail: Upper Whitewater Falls to F Van Clayton Hwy, https://www.dnr.sc.gov/managed/wild/jocassee/management8.htm. Aska Trail System I didn't get out to Musterground Mtn, but followed a side trail south. Rembert C. Dennis Building,1000 Assembly Street,Columbia, SC 29201 Fun trail! Tracy City Resort Address: 27625 Gables Road Webster, WI 54893 Campground : 715-544-7398 Bar Address: 27622 Gables Road Webster, WI 54893. Green River Game Lands We walked uphill and very steep downhill. 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. Will go again. November 2016 Riding off-highway vehicles at Black Swamp OHV Trail on the Croatan National Forest requires a pass sold only on Recreation.gov. And the best part? 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. Smithgall Woods State Park 276 Location: atlanta or Yellowstone I am living a little south of Musterground Rd in northweast SC. We were also fortunate that it did not rain. Saluda Fun trail! Chattahoochee National Forest Apopka Mission accomplished! Fort Payne Upstate Forever is seeking a Land Stewardship Coordinator to join our Land Stewardship and Restoration Team in early 2023. Dan said it is a 15-20 mile stretch, but some great areas. This was done Wednesday January 29. You'll definitely need 4 wheel drive to get to hunt camp 5 and you might end up with a little desert pin-striping. Alabama We drove AHR until it turned into Chestnut Mountain and rode that all the way back to the parking lot for Turtleback Falls. We'll update this page if and when it reopens. You You'll definitely need 4 wheel drive to get to hunt camp 5 and you might end up with a little desert pin-striping. Crossing Whitewater and Thompson Rivers was a thrill that provided first-class views. Jocassee road closures will remain in effect until Monday, Jan. 11. The road is actually open now until April or may. Lake June-in-Winter State Park I was struck by the solitude and peacefulness of the pools beneath the falls that flow into Bearcamp Creek. Enter your email address to subscribe for trail reports: March 2021 Bonus - the leaves were at peak today. Jefferson National Forest Not under this specific thread subject, but are there cool roads to ride in Sumter forest north of cola? The Daniel TR 390 is open even during rainy days, which will only increase the level of thrill for adrenaline junkies. We got lucky and the road was open. July 2017 Not sure if this is accurate, and maybe someone can correct me, but I found these dates online before visiting after reading all of the reviews of it being closed. 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. Elkins Hwy 11 southwest, right on Hwy 130, enter Bad Creek Area on right, go downhill, make first left. I used my brakes almost the whole way with a frequent threat of skidding out. Boone Florida If you need to camp out, its not hard to find the right areas. This was such a fun 4x4 trail! Happy for my crash bars! We packed lots of water and fruit, and set off to Musterground Road in Neils Jeep Gladiator and yes, you do need a 4x4 high clearance vehicle (and a keen sense of adventure!) Looking forward to going back to do some more of the side roads up into NC. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 17 min to complete. I didn't want to tear up the trail so I switched to 4x4. Not due to traction issues but centered slightly a couple of times due to length. There were rock outcroppings and small waterfalls. Even shorter than the Bent Creek Road, Rockhouse Creek Road is almost three miles only. A few notes: spoke with a lifelong hunter (Dan) up there. No lift. Crew-land-and-water-trust Blue Ridge Parkway Neal Preserve Linville Pumpkintown 2023 Back Lake Shoot Out - February 4, 2023 . I highly recommend. Discussion in 'South East' started by EricL, Mar 2, 2018. Bryson City We were also fortunate that it did not rain. Schade, die Route ist gesschlossen. "It's open two times during the year, March 20-May 10 and September 15-January 1.". It was not as muddy as I was expecting. Georgia Cleevland We were able to bring the dog, kids and find a great pull off to camp. We turned right on to Auger Hole Road. Because I was familiar with the road from the Whitewater River bridge to the Bad Creek parking, we rode our bikes in the dark with headlamps. Eagle's Rest Park 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. 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). Allegheny Trail A few notes: spoke with a lifelong hunter (Dan) up there. Done in a Jeep wrangler. All Rights Reserved|Privacy Policy|Site by A-LINE Interactive. Bar Phone: 715-866-4509 First half of trail easy 2nd half moderate. 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. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, troubleshooting, purchasing, reviews, accessories, maintenance, and more! A group of the Georgia guys are planning on going Saturday morning. Monongahela National Forest Don't take that trail. Peaks Of Otter Recreation Area Virgin Falls State Natural Area Nice easy trail with some pretty lake views. Dawsonville I didn't get out to Musterground Mtn, but followed a side trail south. Topsail Hill State Park July 2018 2022 All rights reserved. Weeki Wachee Preserve Tate's Hell State Forest Greeneville Mountain City Gotta do the horse pasture one. June 2018 I now attend Washington & Lee University and am exploring Virginia and West Virginia. June 2015 The gravel road is only open in the month of April, and from September 15 through January 2. Toccoa October 2018 Lastly, dont miss the campsites andof coursethe views of Lake Jocassee. Absolutely! Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter, Whitewater Falls to Whitewater River Trail, Bad Creek Trailhead to Upper Whitewater Falls, Lower Whitewater Falls Via Foothills Trail, Bad Creek Trailhead to Lower Whitewater Falls Observation Deck, Foothills Trail: Whitewater Falls to Oconee State Park, Foothills Trail: Bad Creek to Hilliard Falls and Lower Whitewater Falls, Foothills Trail: Upper Whitewater Falls to Burrell's Ford Rd, Foothills Trail: Bad Creek A7 to Bear Gap, Coon Branch via Bad Creek to Foothills Trail, Foothills Trail: Upper Whitewater Falls to F Van Clayton Hwy, 2023 AllTrails, LLC Alle Rechte vorbehalten, https://www.dnr.sc.gov/managed/wild/jocassee/management8.htm. Ugh. Phone Numbers | Overall, it was an excellent day out in nature, maintaining our social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak. A few spots were slick. Big South Fork National Recreation Area Pass through the gate. We drove a stock Toyota Tacoma and it did fine but taller and better tires would have been useful on some sections. We were fortunate that we had no equipment malfunctions. I went on a ride to musterground mountain in the jocassee area. Apalachicola Bluffs And Ravines Preserve January 2018 No reservations and no permitting req'd. November 2015 Ormond Beach Flickr photos, groups, and tags related to the "musterground" Flickr tag. Myron B. Hodge City Park Was pretty much at it max capabilities on the second half of the trail. For more information, please visit, Whitewater Falls to Whitewater River Trail, Bad Creek Trailhead to Upper Whitewater Falls, Lower Whitewater Falls Via Foothills Trail, Bad Creek Trailhead to Lower Whitewater Falls Observation Deck, Foothills Trail: Whitewater Falls to Oconee State Park, Foothills Trail: Bad Creek to Hilliard Falls and Lower Whitewater Falls, Foothills Trail: Upper Whitewater Falls to Burrell's Ford Rd, Foothills Trail: Bad Creek A7 to Bear Gap, Coon Branch via Bad Creek to Foothills Trail, Foothills Trail: Upper Whitewater Falls to F Van Clayton Hwy, https://www.dnr.sc.gov/managed/wild/jocassee/management8.htm. Lithia Springs Done in a Jeep wrangler. Bonus - the leaves were at peak today. Salt Springs Nantahala National Forest 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. Chatsworth Jocassee Gorges, acquired by SCDNR in 1998, is also home to rare and unusual plants and animals. Riders can also buy a map with complete details so they can maximize their itinerary. So gear-up and get ready for an adventure. A previous poster reported the same situation. Crossed over a couple creeks. We drove a stock Toyota Tacoma and it did fine but taller and better tires would have been useful on some sections. Wakulla Springs 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). Benton 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.
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