How to Find Dirt Bike Trails with the onX Offroad App

Riding on a trail is totally the opposite world as compared to riding on beautiful motorcycle roads and paved highways. Therefore, riding single-track trails on a dirt bike requires planning, preparation, and commitment.

Most GPS motorcycle apps do not show single-track trails, or they might not contain the settings. Depending on such motorcycle apps for a trail day, is not going to work out for dirt bikers. Furthermore, due to the reduced carrying capacity, dirt bike riders simply cannot carry the same amount of luggage and tools as those riding baggers, SxS or 4x4, cruisers, ATVs, or adventure motorcycles.

Finding dirt bike trails in an unfamiliar area is quite an impossible task without the assistance of some source or a local friend. But wait, there is more. You can find dirt bike trails with the onX Offroad App. In this article, you’ll get to know the steps on how to operate the onX Offroad app.

Those who ride dirt bikes may have heard of it. If not, then we have got it covered for you. onX Offroad is a GPS mapping app that covers over 900 million acres of public land and over 400,000 miles of roads and trails. This one will serve you even if your phone does not have Wi-Fi or an active internet connection.

Moreover, you will find detailed satellite imagery, open trail information, as well as data on motorcycle destinations and campsites.

onX Offroad is a must-have app for dirt bike riders. You’ll see that the primary questions this app will ask you in its interface are to select what type of vehicle you possess, filter out the trail tracking you can use, and provide you with more accurate and relevant information.

Another important factor for trail bikers is that, besides the fundamental characteristics of the roads, this app will also inform you of their status if they are open or closed.

An additional factor that makes this an even more interesting app is that it signifies the rider when facing an intersection. Because it is important to be clear where to go from there.

You will have the facility to add marks on the route. Even if you find any alternative roads, the app has the option to save that data and map photos, and send them to different friends who will be sharing the adventure with you.

Open the onX Offroad App on your mobile phone. The first thing the app will show you is your current location and Nearby trails in your area.

In order to filter out only dirt bike trails, tap the orange “Mode” button to switch the map to “Dirt Mode”.

Set the trail type to “Dirk Bike” and make sure any of the other trail types (High Clearance 4x4, Full-Width Roads, 50” Trail) are unchecked to see single-track trails only. But don’t forget to check each box to turn the roads back, so you can easily navigate to the single trail track. However, most of the time, you’ll have to search for alternative ways, like taking a full-width or 50” trail, or combination, to get your route.

Next, to locate the dirt bike trails, zoom in on the selected area and tap the “Discover” button located in the lower-left corner of the app to see nearby trails.

To find out more details about the trails, tap any trail and you’ll get land management details, and open and close dates. Tap a blue “featured trail” for photos, trail descriptions, difficulty ratings, and more.

To find out more details about the area surrounding a chosen trail, press the “Nearby Trails” button to reveal other nearby trail routes.

After determining a route and adding custom way-points, share your trail ride plans with family members and other riders in your group using the Share Button. This ensures that everyone engaged is on the same page and adds a layer of structure and security.

When you are ready to begin your trail ride, tap the “Navigate To” button to get directions to the trailhead.

That’s it! You are good to go! We hope this onX Offroad App will help you find dirt bike trails easily and help make your rides less stressful, more enjoyable, and better organized for everyone involved.

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