1562N

This short single track starts at the intersection with dirt bike trails 1562 and Trail A. It begins as a narrow single track through the pine trees. The trail goes on what looks like an old shelf road, following the edge of a mountain that has, over time, become overgrown and turned into a single t...

When to go: Summer and Fall typically offer the best window.

Vehicles: ATV, Dirt Bike, Jeep/Truck. Standard offroad prep applies: appropriate tires, ground clearance, and a basic recovery kit.

Southwest Idaho context

Southwest Idaho splits across the Snake River. South of the river is Owyhee high desert — sage flats, slickrock canyons, and a million-plus acres of BLM. North is the Boise National Forest, with mining-era roads, ponderosa, and quick out-of-Boise access. Most weekend trips work off Boise, Mountain Home, Marsing, or McCall.

Best for drivers who understand their vehicle and the cost of a mistake in remote country.