TRAIL DESCRIPTION
Backside of the “Sergent” : N38 35’ 24.04” W112 15’ 53.17” This trail starts out in the bottom of Dry Wash, or FS trail #476. It will wind through a narrow canyon. There is a small ledge with a quick left turn. Watch out for “Larry’s Rock” it is right after the small ledge and it will get your rear quarter panel if you’re not careful. The trail winds through a narrow canyon that will make you wonder if your mirrors will touch the canyon walls. This is where fullsizes will need to take extra care. The trail then opens up an then it is some steep hills littered with loose rock. The trail then tops out and you can see the entire clear creek canyon and the sevier valley. The trail winds through the quakies where you may see pine hen, deer, and maybe even some elk. The trail comes to an intersection at twin lakes and Sergent lake. Here the trail turns right and stays on the main trail down the canyon. There are several stream crossings on the way down. This trail is frequented by ATV’s so be on the lookout for them and share the trail. This trail ends inside the Fremont Indian Park. There is a bathroom and trashcans at the end of the trail. From the park you can head back into town to clean up for dinner. This trail requires at least 31 inch tires. It is fairly easy, but has some challenging narrow trail driving.
Dairy Canyon to Flat Canyon: N38 45’ 39.57” W112 06’ 13.24” This is a local favorite. This trail starts at the sawdust pits and begins by climbing a rocky backbone ridge and then goes along the south rim of Dairy Canyon. There are several ledges, hill climbs, and off camber sections. Then the trail drops into the canyon bottom. There are some rock ledges you can either go around or drop off of. Then there is the gate keeper, a large rock on the passenger side of your vehicle. If you have enough lift or are fullsize, you can go over the rock. The other choice is that you go high and to the left and then turn back in just before hitting the tree. The rest of the canyon if filled with more twists and turns filled with rocks. You then begin the hill climb out of the canyon. Follow the ridge line and then come to a stop at the top of the ridge. The trail then goes south and drops into flat canyon. There are several hill climbs that everyone can attempt. The trail follows the canyon down and then ends just north of the town of Elsinore. Because of the obstacles on this trail it is required that vehicles have a minimum of 33 inch tires and at least one locker.
The Twist: N38 47’ 57.78” W111 59’ 08.46” This trail does what it’s name implies, it twists your vehicle in every manner possible. The twist is several dry washes that will test every part of your suspension. It will start out north of the town of Glenwood on the Black Knolls road. It will climb up a drywash where you will practice your vehicle ability to straddle the bottom of the wash. The trail will then wind through the hills and will bring you past the oil fields that are being worked in the kings meadow area. The trail will follow the powerlines and then you will begin the decent into the Twist. This portions twists and turns in every direction. It will test the limits of your vehicles articulation. Bring your camera, because at some point you will have a tire in the air. The trail consist mostly of a soft clay dirt with some shale and gypsum mixed in. Because of the way the trail causes your vehicle to articulate, 31 inch tires and a locker is recommended. Vehicles without any lift may become high centered and will quickly loose traction.
The “NS” Road: N38 57’ 27.78” W111 50’ 58.30” This trail begins in the town of Salina at the rodeo grounds. Take highway 118 north from Richfield to Salina, continue through Salina to the 4 way stop and then continue East until you come into the parking lot near the rodeo grounds. The trail will then climb through the old quarries. Here there are several hill climbs in the hard packed red clay and some in the loose sand. The trail then goes starts up the trail towards the “NS” on the hill that represents North Sevier High school located in Salina. There are several loose rock sections in the sand as you weave in and out of the pinon pine. You will climb over the top of the “NS” hill and then drop down into Willow creek. There are some large boulders to navigate along with more pinon pine. After crossing the wash you will come out onto the county road. As you come back into Salina look for some of the old mines and exploration mines on both sides of Salina Canyon. Due to the loose material of the trail, a locker is recommended to help aid in forward motion.
Broadhead lakes: N38 44’ 11.56” W111 50’ 58.30” This trail will go East from Richfield past the town of Glenwood and will leave the highway at the willow patch. The trail goes across Durphy’s homestead and will drop down a shale ridge. Once you go between the trees and start down the trail there is no turning back. You will ease down the ridge and drop into the canyon bottom by going down the yellow sandstone ledge. The trail then goes along lost creek to where it meets up with trail 053. This trail takes us to the Broadhead Lakes turnoff. At this point you may need to put it in 4 wheel drive due to washed out road conditions and the steepness of the trail. The trail goes through some meadows and one water crossing at Broadhead lakes. The trail goes through a second meadow and at the far end of the meadow is where the fun begins. Large boulders and loose rocks make the accent difficult. The trail begins climbing and follows and old trail that goes to the top. At the Sweetwater Springs troughs a break will be taken to allow vehicles to cool off. The trail is narrow for only a little ways further. At the top you will be given views to the south of the Koosharem valley, Monroe mountain, Fishlake hightop, Sawtooth Ridge, and Hilgarde. The trail become easy and is good. Because of the trail conditions it is required that all vehicles have 31 inch tires and a locker is preferred.
Fishing Trip: N38 42’ 36.60” W111 53’31.55” The fishing trip will start out going East from Richfield going towards Fishlake. The trail will turn off at the Sandledges and follow the sweetwater road over into Seven mile near Lost Creek res. The group will then travel North and go over the summit by following the Niotche pass. We will then go to Gates Lake. The road is a bit rough but shouldn’t be too difficult to get to the lake. However, you will need 4 wheeldrive to climb back up the switchbacks. Gates Lake will be one of the stops for fishing. The next stop will be Farsworth res. or any of the other small ponds and reservoirs in the area. You will be responsible to get yourself back to Richfield in time for dinner. Most of the roads into each of the lakes are not improved and can be rough. 4 wheel drive will be needed. Stock vehicles will not have any problems. These lakes are mostly stocked with rainbow trout and some native brook trout so plan your tackle box accordingly.
Clay Hill and Old Dump Road: N38 35’ 20.32” W112 15’ 25.46” This is a combination of local roads and old power line roads. These trails include some off-camber side-hilling. The trail will start at the “Million Dollar Outhouse.” Going South from Richfield to Elsinore, then along the old highway into Joseph and Sevier. The trail will start on some private property and then climbs quickly through pinon pine and several rocky sections. Then to the Clay Hill, you will want to make sure you don’t get too close to the edge, it’s a long ways to the bottom. It’s not that bad, but just the way it looks will cause your knuckles to turn white. The trail is rough in some sections, a locker will help, but is not required. 33 inch tires are required. Do not be afraid of getting close to the trees.
Multi-Cache: All right you GPS aficionados, this is the one for you. For once you will be the trail guide, a list of 10 geocaches from all over the Sevier valley will be provided for you before you leave the fair grounds. The caches will vary from easy to difficult, and that isn’t talking about the terrain. The terrain will vary from 2 wheel drive to needing lockers and lift to get to them. If you have any questions or need help with your GPS, make sure you get with the trail master to help you out.
Crazy “8”: N38 46’ 30.67” W112 05’ 47.07” This trail is for the extremists, or the people who live by the creed “If you’re not living on the edge, you’re taking up too much space.” This is the trail for the hardcore rigs. The trail group will leave from the fair grounds and go north on main street to 300 North and then go West. The trail will be guided by Shawn Winn, who has competed in UROC competitions. This trail will follow the CCC road over into Little Valley where the fun begins. This trail is less than ½ mile long of the rough stuff. The trail crosses in and out of itself going up and over ledges, down water falls and general just having hardcore fun. The last obstacle may require a winch if you don’t want body and rock to get together. MANDATORY: FRONT AND REAR LOCKERS, 35” TIRES OR BIGGER. A WINCH IS SUGGESTED. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE MANDATORY ITEMS YOU WILL ONLY BE ABLE TO WATCH!!