The Trails
All of these trails are accessible via a four wheel drive. They are fun recreational areas and you don’t have to trailer a vehicle anywhere as you can go directly from the property. There are miles of trails on the ranch perfect for short ATV rides or spending all day exploring the land.
The Canyons
Dry Canyon
Dry Canyon is one of the favorite canyons for riding four wheelers and horses. It is a dramatic canyon with thick vegetation. The trail starts behind the main residence at approximately 5,850 feet in elevation. It then winds around and rises nearly two-thousand feet higher. For the adventurous soul, you can ride four wheelers to the end of the trail and then hike up to the top of Bald Knoll, which is the highest point on the ranch at 9,163 feet in elevation.
Berryport Canyon
Berryport Canyon extends approximately 1.7 miles from the Berryport Pond to the north end of the ranch. There is a well-groomed trail ideal for four wheelers but large enough for a side-by-side. It is a wonderful leisurely trail rising only about 500 feet in elevation. Large mature trees line the majority of the stream bed and the many side canyons are perfect for short hikes. This is also a great canyon for mountain bikes.
Packard Canyon
Packard Canyon is a narrower canyon with more dramatic terrain. It is located near the eastern portion of the ranch and from the entrance you can look down into the main Hobble Creek Canyon. Not far from the mouth of the canyon is a lovely pond surrounded by beautiful trees. Near the northern boundary of the ranch, the road splits and you can continue into forest service lands or you can take a trail that winds back around the mountain to reveal commanding views of the entire ranch. It’s a really fun ride on a four wheeler.
Whittemore Canyon
Whittemore Canyon is on the extreme western edge of the property. This is a high alpine canyon that leads up to the base of the towering Freedom Peak, 10,801 feet in elevation. If you like adventure, you can hike back into this area from the end of the Dry Canyon trail. The easier option is to drive around into the neighboring Upper Whittemore cabin development where dirt roads lead back to the lots owned by Hobble Creek Ranch and provide a more convenient starting location for a hike.