Seeking to start the New Year off on the right foot, the following group met on the first Saturday of 2026 for a little cabin fever busting trail ride.
Attendees:
- Ben & family– Toyota 4Runner
- Jendra & family – Jeep Wrangler JK
- Javi – Toyota FJ Cruiser
- Brian S. – Jeep TJ
- John D. & family – Jeep Gladiator
- Kirk – Toyota FJ Cruiser
- Steven – Lexus LX470
- Clinton – Jeep Wrangler JL
We met at the north end of Ridge Road to let some air out of the tires and hold our driver’s meeting.
We hit the trail expecting a rutted climb up the mountain based on past trail rides. We were a little disappointed to discover that the road had been graded and offered very little challenge. With the leaves off the trees we were able to enjoy the views of the valley below as we drove along the ridge. After a loop through the north part of the forest we stopped at the Big Flat ATV Parking Lot for lunch and a bathroom break.
After a chilly lunch stop we got back on the road for a different loop through the northern part of the forest that crossed our morning route in a few places. Since we were doing good on time we stopped at Buzzard’s Rock then a little while later Long Pine Run Reservoir to enjoy the views.
A short distance later we reached our air up spot at the Caledonia State Park Ranger station. After airing up we said our goodbyes and headed home. Overall it was a great day on some scenic easy roads.
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Trail Report written by Ben Dunkerton. Pictures contributed by Ben Dunkerton, Jendra Rambharos, and Clinton Hillard. GPS Tracks provided by Ben Dunkerton.