NTX Region: Northwest Region
Local Club:
DORBA
Trail Contact:
johnsonbranch@dorba.org,
940-637-2294
Trail Description
Located at the northern-most portion of Ray Roberts State Park, the Johnson Branch unit on the northern shores of Lake Ray Roberts features almost 9 miles of intermediate to expert-level technical trails. There is approximately 760 feet of climbing on a full lap. Beginner riders are encouraged to bypass some of the more technical sections—particularly the experts only Red Loop—by taking the fire road to the start of the Yellow Trail
You’ll need a Texas State Parks annual pass to enter, or pay $7 per person at the main gate.
It’s highly recommended you do not ride this trail alone. Most riders do not receive adequate cell service.
To find the main trailhead, enter the park from County Road FM 3002 and drive to the first campground entrance on the right—Dogwood Canyon. The trailhead is clearly marked—look for a wooden kiosk in the northeast corner of the parking lot.
You can view the official Texas Parks and Wildlife map here: https://tpwd.texas.gov/publications/pwdpubs/media/park_maps/pwd_mp_p4503_0153b.pdf
Trail Details
Trail Type:
cross country
loop
singletrack
Advanced
Expert
Intermediate
Trail Length:
8.9 miles 
Open/Closed Status:
DORBA Trail Status
Climbing: hard
Trail Dogs Allowed? leashed only
Available Facilities:
camping available
drinking water
grills
kiosk
paved parking
pavilion
picnic area
playground
restrooms
Loop/Segment Details
Intermediate)
—
0.34 miles long
,
26 ft climbing Intermediate)
—
0.6 miles long
,
28 ft climbing Intermediate)
—
0.66 miles long
,
66 ft climbing Intermediate)
—
1 mile long
,
75 ft climbing 
Beginner)
—
0.89 miles long
,
97 ft climbing Advanced)
( Expert)
—
3 miles long
,
398 ft climbing Intermediate)
—
1 mile long
,
95 ft climbing
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