Upper Tellico OHV Area, Murphy, North Carolina

Mention the name Tellico around an experienced Jeeper and you’re bound to get a story or two. Upper Tellico OHV Area is one of the world’s most famous and challenging off road trails. Each year, thousands of off road enthusiasts flock to this legendary 8,000-acre North Carolina playground.

Located near Murphy, North Carolina in the Nantahala National Forrest, Tellico winds through the Unicoi Mountains spanning 40 miles of the most technical trails you’ll ever experience.

Tellico features numerous trails, each with varying degrees of difficulty. Among them, you’ll find legendary obstacles like Guardrail, Helicopter Pad, Slick Rock and School Bus.

Upper Tellico Trail List:

1. Tipton Creek Road
2. Tipton Knob Trail
3. Bear Pen Trail
4. Fain’s Ford Road
5. Tellico River Trail
6. State Line Loop
7. Peckerwood Connector
8. Bob Creek Trail
9. Mistletoe Connector
10. ATV Trail
11. Chestnut Mountain Trail

Overall, the Tellico OHV area is comprised of steep winding terrain populated with rock piles, stream beds and some gnarly tree roots and stumps.

You can access the park on the Tennessee side through Tellico Plains and on the North Carolina side from Murphy. Either way entrance to the park is just $10 per vehicle (a bargain at 10 times that price).