Off-Road Trails in Tennessee
7 trails ranging from easy scenic drives to expert-only rock crawling across Tennessee.
Windrock Park
72,000-acre private off-road park on old coal mining land atop the Cumberland Plateau near Oliver Springs, Tennessee. 300+ miles of trails run from easy forest roads to extreme rock crawling.
Great Smoky Mountains Backcountry
Forest roads skirting the edge of America's most visited national park. Misty mountain valleys, old-growth hardwood forest, and black bear country define this Appalachian classic.
Cherokee National Forest
The Cherohala Skyway gets all the press, but the forest roads flanking it are the real prize. Water crossings, mountain gaps, and Appalachian charm without the crowds.
Cherokee National Forest Trails
650,000 acres of Appalachian forest roads along the Tennessee-North Carolina border. Stunning fall foliage, cascading waterfalls, and ridgeline roads with valley views.
Royal Blue Wildlife Management Area
Former coal mine turned OHV playground in the mountains of northeast Tennessee. Rocky ridgeline trails offer sweeping views of the Cumberland Mountains and remote forest riding.
Land Between the Lakes
170,000-acre national recreation area between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley. Easy forest roads wind past lakeshores, elk and bison ranges, and deep woods camping.
Cumberland Plateau Trails
Gentle forest roads across Tennessee's elevated plateau, featuring rocky creek crossings, sandstone gorges, and lush hardwood canopy. Perfect for beginners seeking Appalachian scenery.