Todd

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Year Started:
2007
Off-Road Style:
Overlanding
My Garage:
  • 2008 Jeep Wrangler (4 door) (2.5" lift, 35" tires)
  • 2021 Jeep Wrangler (4 door) (3" lift, 35" tires)
Todd is an avid wheeler who loves to explore new trails whenever and wherever possible. They say necessity is the mother of all invention, which is true for Todd. His want and desire to find passable trails and new nooks and crannies of the Great American west to explore were his reasons behind starting Trails Offroad. On any given day, you can find Todd on an obscure 4x4 trail, curating Trails Offroad guides, or using his legs to hike to an alpine lake.

My Garage (2)

2008 Jeep Wrangler (4 door)

Lift Size: 2.5"
Tire Size: 35"

2021 Jeep Wrangler (4 door)

Lift Size: 3"
Tire Size: 35"
3.0 EcoDiesel with the Ursa Minor top. 3" AEV Dual Sport lift with High Capacity Springs

My Trail Reviews (107)

(within last 6 months)
Grassy Gap Road (03/28/2023)
As others have reported, this road is temporarily closed. We are looking for more information as to a possible re-open.
Shafer Trail (03/25/2023)
The temp closure was lifted.
Long Canyon (03/24/2023)
The trail was listed as impassable by the Park due to ice in the shadow sections, it is now listed as passable with mud.
Fish Creek Trail - Anza Borrego (02/27/2023)
The rock formations through 4-7 were fascinating. I also enjoyed the very far end past Olla Wash, which seemed like it didn't get as much traffic and was very interesting.
Hapaha Flat Road (02/27/2023)
What a hidden GEM!!!! I ran this after Pinyon Mountain, and honestly, I could have spent all day on Hapaha Flat. I am sure with a little more time and exploring, one could find some really neat things out there! The landscape is striking, and it has plenty of Ocotilla and Agave on it.
Pinyon Mountain Road (02/27/2023)
Really glad I did this trail! I have to admit, I was a bit nervous about Heart Attack Hill and worried about fitting the JL with an Ursa Minor Top through the Squeeze, but good spotting got me through. The views leading up the Canyon were spectacular as it was green, the campsites looked amazing, and coming down from Heart Attack Hill to Hapaha Flat was even better. I would recommend this one to anyone, but don't do this one alone, you will feel really out there, and spotting is going to be really helpful through the Squeeze.
Oriflamme Canyon (02/25/2023)
If off-camber shelf roads that are a little rutted are not your thing, avoid this road lol. The first half is up a rutted shelf road and off-camber in spots. Once you crest and start working your way back down towards Banner, you are met with oak trees! Overall, it's a good trail, but this one may get on your nerves if you don't like shelf roads.
Font's Point (02/25/2023)
I had to try, and yes, the view is great looking into the Badlands; however, I liked Vista del Malpais a bit better since it was not as crowded.
Peters Mill Run (01/15/2023)
Closed for the season. The trail will open back up in March. See you all then!
Elephant Hill (01/04/2023)
The weather closure is now lifted.
Elephant Hill (12/22/2022)
Closed temporarily due to ice.
Bartlett Wash Road (12/22/2022)
I drove this road a few days before Christmas and had it to myself. I always find this road to be relaxing and an easy way to get from area of Moab to another. Please note, I changed the guide to reflect current conditions.
Shafer Trail (12/16/2022)
Closed temporarily due to icy conditions.
Devil's Canyon (12/15/2022)
Closed for the season! See you all in about July!
Point Sublime (11/26/2022)
Closed for the season
Crystal Lake (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Forest Lake (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Adams Corral (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Plywood Camp Road (11/24/2022)
Impassable to 4wd for the season.
Swamp Lake (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Cobble Creek (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Dip Hollow (Old Ephraim's Grave) (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Mary Ellen Gulch (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Sierra Buttes Lookout (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Millville Canyon (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Mineral Basin (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Peru Creek (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Baker Fork Road (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Divide (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
North Skyline Drive (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Sydney Basin (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Homestake Collection System Road (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Kanabownits Road (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Denali Highway (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Providence Canyon (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
McClellan Mountain (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Santiago Mine (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Bethel Overlook (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
NF-324 (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Kelly Flats (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Logan Peak (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Roaring Ridge (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Peter Sinks Trail (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Coffee Pot Road (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Paradise Divide (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
SOB Hill (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Lower Mill Canyon (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Marie Spring Trail (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
CJR’s Hideout (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Mill Gulch Trail (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Tip-Over (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Palmer Creek Road (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Mt. Defiance (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Frost Mountain (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Billings Lake (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Grizzly Jeep Trail (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Temple Fork (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Strawberry Lake Trail (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Cabin Creek (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Bethel Ridge (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Mt. Walker (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Crystal City (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Sawtelle Peak (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Libby Flats (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Deer Park Road (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Tub Ridge (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Rampart Ridge (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Wildcat Gulch (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Bear Lake Summit Trail (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Mann Butte (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Van Epps Loop (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Temple Canyon (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Schofield Pass (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
FR 119 (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
FR 5484 (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Goat Peak East (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Roaring Ridge Lookout (11/24/2022)
Closed for the season! See you next year!
Willow Springs Road (11/23/2022)
Seriously one of my favorite spots for sunset
Jericho Mountain Green Trail - East (11/11/2022)
Closed for the season!
Jericho Mountain Green Trail - West (11/11/2022)
Closed for the season!
High Rock Bay (11/11/2022)
Impassable for the season for 4WD.
Silver Lake Sand Dunes (11/11/2022)
Closed for the season!
Los Pinos - Cebolla Pass (11/11/2022)
Seasonal closure :)
Kistler Memorial Highway (Old NC 105) (11/10/2022)
I picked a terrible day to drive this road weather-wise, as a hurricane was coming up from Florida and directly into this area. I had a few hours before the bulk of the rain started dropping. The good news is that I could get into all but one of the campsites because there was not a soul on the road. I would imagine the views are stunning on a clear day, so I will have to go back, darn!
Bearwallow 45: Deadfall (11/06/2022)
This a neat little trail! I don't think it deserves the Most Difficult Double rating, as really a good driver in a stock vehicle could accomplish it. Just a little on the short side!
Bearwallow 23 (11/06/2022)
I am giving this a higher star rating for the scenic value, not the wheeling. Its a tame road, but it is unique in this park section. I would recommend at least checking it out!
Bearwallow: Outer Green Loop (11/06/2022)
If I rated all the green trails separately, I would say the section that follows trail 20 would be the best. The entire route, though, felt a little long and repetitive. I enjoyed the whole route, but the blues and the blacks in the park are way more interesting.
Bearwallow 76: The Cooler (11/06/2022)
Loved this one! Super fun wheeling with unique obstacles, and the Cooler... well it doesn't get much more cool than ice-cold air blowing out the side of the mountain!
Shafer Trail (11/04/2022)
FYI: Shafer Trail Road will close for required maintenance November 7–8 (Monday through Tuesday).
Stone Camp (11/02/2022)
This was an absolute blast. At one point, I saw John's blue 2 door climbing over an obstacle, and with the naked trees, I could see he had only about 10-15' of either side of him where the terrain went straight down. Following the razer edge, the rocks and water holes made this trail very exciting!
Union Springs (11/02/2022)
The ridgeline at the top, I thought was awesome, and the hill climbs to get to it were fun. If you liked Skidmore Fork/Dunkle Hollow, you will probably like this one too, and its a bit smoother. Combing this with Stone Camp, and Flagpole Knob will make for one very epic trip!
Flagpole Knob (11/01/2022)
5-stars for the view from the knob, but two stars for the trail. The trail was fairly boring. If you want to see the knob and take a more exciting way in, try going in via Dunkle Hollow or Union Springs to Stone Camp!
Skidmore Fork/Dunkle Hollow Road (11/01/2022)
Driving it as written in this guide, once past the lake, the trail turns really nice, more of a two-track and narrow road with tons of camping and opportunities to see running water. The climb out of the hollow seems to take forever, and it's narrow and slightly off camber with small embedded rocks sticking out. The terrain change is pretty striking as you climb out, and fall is probably the best time to really see it.
Kingston Peak (10/31/2022)
Closed for the season!!!
Rausch Creek Off Road Park: 11 (10/29/2022)
Super fun trail and very scenic. We ran it twice while visiting the park. The JL on 37s had zero issues on this trail. The twisty obstacle was the fun!
Potts Mountain Jeep Trail (10/29/2022)
Loved every minute of this trail. The fog and late fall foliage added a whole new ambiance to the trail.
Rausch Creek Off Road Park: Crawler Ridge (10/28/2022)
Tough tough tough but a rock crawlers dream with all the options!
Rausch Creek Off Road Park: Crawl Daddy (10/28/2022)
For a short trail, its a blast! We took a 2023 JL with a 2.5" lift and 37s up this trail. We couldn't complete the obstacle, but the bypass was still fun and challenging.
Holly Oaks ORV Park: Lower Main Loop (10/26/2022)
What a fun exploratory route through the park! There are other more challenging aspects on this loop we didn't get to try due to the weather, so I look forward to returning when it's dry!
Holly Oaks ORV Park: North 60 Loop (10/23/2022)
We enjoyed a quick romp through the north 60, which is a new portion of the park. You can choose from mild to wild on this route! The Catwalk and Troubled Road were my favs!
Mojave Road (10/17/2022)
Still issues from the monsoon damage: Washout on east side of Paiute Range (35.0905677, -115.0028316) make road impassible to all vehicles. Basically: CLOSED at Soda Lake and Paiute Gorge. Other portions of the road are open.
Dripping Springs (10/16/2022)
I can't believe I have never driven this road until now. After visiting all the points along the Green River in the north, we took this road to move further south and check out the river from those points. This road was a nice surprise. It is one of the few roads in the Labyrinth Rim area where you can be in the trees. You can see the recent rains have really rough the trail up.
Loch Lomond (10/15/2022)
The upper gate closes on 10/15/22.
Yankee Hill Road (10/10/2022)
We have updated the rating to better reflect the current conditions. It is going from a 3-3 to a 4-5. A new and updated trail guide for this will also be coming out by 10/30/22. Otherwise, air those tires down and enjoy before all the snow flies!
White Rim (10/07/2022)
The slide has been cleared and open all the way through now.
Shafer Trail (10/06/2022)
Be advised: Shafer Trail Road will close for routine maintenance October 24–27, October 31–November 3, and November 7–10 (Mondays through Thursdays). During this time, the road will reopen for public use at 4 pm Thursdays and remain open through weekends, closing again at 7:30 am Monday morning.
White Rim (10/06/2022)
open via Potash or Shafer Trail Road only; closed via Mineral Bottom Road. Expect delays and large equipment on the west side as road crew makes repairs (October 11-14 and 17-20). Exercise caution and expect more difficult than normal driving conditions due to mud and washouts

My Trails (111)