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Alabama Hills offers a unique off-road motorcycling experience characterized primarily by wide and hard packed 4x4 roads, making this area best explored in a jeep or dual sport motorcycle. The terrain favors adventure and dual-sport riders over traditional dirt bike enthusiasts, with most routes consisting of well-maintained fire roads and access paths rather than technical singletrack. There is a designated multiple use trail located west of the Arch Loop Trailhead that is open to dirt bikes, mountain bikes and hikers, providing a dedicated option for those seeking more traditional trail riding. The marked but unrated pathways require minimal technical skill, making them accessible to novice and intermediate riders while offering full-day exploration opportunities through the expansive terrain.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Eastern Sierra Nevada, this motorized recreation area provides riders with an extraordinary visual journey through a landscape dotted with distinctive rounded granite formations and sweeping vistas of Mount Whitney. The region's cinematic heritage adds cultural intrigue to the riding experience, as motorcyclists can explore the famous "Movie Road" and encounter filming locations from countless westerns and contemporary blockbusters. Camping is restricted to designated developed sites only, and riders should be prepared for lightly maintained conditions throughout the trail network, emphasizing the importance of self-sufficiency and proper preparation for desert riding conditions.Dirt Bike Trail System
Alabama Hills
AKA: Movie Road, Mt. Whitney, Lone Pine Creek
Lone Pine, CA
Off-Road Trails
Trail System Statistics
Braaply Rating
Good
Approximate Size
30,000 acres (47 sq mi)
Miles of Trail
20 miles
Elevation Range
4500 to 4800 ft.
Operating Season
All Year
About Alabama Hills
Alabama Hills offers a unique off-road motorcycling experience characterized primarily by wide and hard packed 4x4 roads, making this area best explored in a jeep or dual sport motorcycle. The terrain favors adventure and dual-sport riders over traditional dirt bike enthusiasts, with most routes consisting of well-maintained fire roads and access paths rather than technical singletrack. There is a designated multiple use trail located west of the Arch Loop Trailhead that is open to dirt bikes, mountain bikes and hikers, providing a dedicated option for those seeking more traditional trail...
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Terrain Details
Surface Types
Loose Dirt
Little
Hard Pack
Mostly
Sand
Few
Rocks
Few
Natural Features
Trees
None
Steep Hills
Few
Water Crossings
Few
Trail Features
Small Jumps
None
Large Jumps
None
Berms
None
Pits
None
Trail Types
Singletrack
Few
Roads
Mostly
Traffic & Safety
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
Mostly
Amateur Terrain
Few
Expert Terrain
Little
Terrain Difficulty
Terrain for a variety of skill levels.
Trail Maintenance
Trails are marked, though not rated for difficulty, and somewhat maintained.
Terrain Hazards
Watch out for a few areas with hazards (assumed marked but use caution).
Getting Here & Info
Parking
No parking fees reported.
Camping
Camping is allowed in developed sites only.
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
CA OHMVR stickers required
Operating Season
All Year
Trailhead Coordinates
36.5987077, -118.1160444
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