A detour is where some of the best stories begin. Veer off-course in the best way possible with the all-new Detour-Worthy Trail Collection brought to you in partnership with Toyota Trucks. Built for the desert dwellers, beachcombers, and mountain folk, this carefully curated list of trails is intended to satisfy your adventurous spirit, no matter where you like to roam.
You won’t find hundreds of detailed online reviews or crowds at the trailhead of these rarely visited routes. Instead, these lesser-known gems invite you to step into unexplored territory and embrace spontaneity.
With Toyota Trucks as your adventure partner, you can wander beyond the end of the asphalt. Summit faraway mountains, discover secret hideaways on the coast, or travel deep into the desert on five featured trails from the collection below, or head to AllTrails to see the full list.
Beachfront Backpacking Trail
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, Virginia
Set out to discover a rare, undeveloped part of the Atlantic shoreline on the Beachfront Backpacking Trail at the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Home to wild ponies, marine birds, and pods of dolphins, this 15.7-mile stretch of Assateague Island offers hikers a magical coastal experience.
Trail Details
- AllTrails Rating: 4.6 stars
- Level: Hard
- Length: 15.7 miles
- Elevation gain: 68 feet
Recommended Ride
Toyota 4Runner
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Desert View Loop
Goblin Valley State Park, Utah
Designed for mountain biking, the Desert View Loop gives riders an up-close look at the region’s unique rock formations. Pedal along the valley floor past sandstone hoodoos on 7.1 miles of mellow, beginner-friendly terrain. Because this trail is fully exposed, start your ride early to avoid the heat of the afternoon sun.
Trail Details
- AllTrails rating: 4.8 stars
- Level: Easy
- Length: 7.1 miles
- Elevation gain: 541 feet
Recommended Ride
Toyota Tacoma
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Mount Coe via OJI Trail
Baxter State Park, Maine
Hike to the summit of Mount Coe via the OJI Trail for stunning views of the famous Katahdin — the highest peak in Maine at 5,269 feet and the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. This 10.3-mile route starts at Foster Field, traveling about a mile over flat, boggy terrain. Then, the trail ascends to Mount Oji before the final scramble to the top of Mount Coe. This final stretch of trail is very exposed, which makes for great views of the park.
Trail Details
- AllTrails Rating: 4.7 stars
- Level: Hard
- Length: 10.3 miles
- Elevation gain: 3,375 feet
Recommended Ride
Land Cruiser
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The Tunnel of Trees Scenic Heritage Route
Harbor Springs, Michigan
Best explored by bike or car, the Tunnel of Trees Scenic Heritage Route offers a unique take on the road less traveled on the shore of Lake Michigan. Along this 20.4-mile section of M-119, the roadway narrows to less than two lanes as it winds through dense trees arching over the pavement like a living tunnel. Be sure to leave time to stop at historical markers and scenic overlooks of the lake along the way.
Trail Details
- AllTrails Rating: 4.4 stars
- Level: Easy
- Length: 20.4 miles
- Elevation gain: 790 feet
Recommended Ride
Toyota Sequoia
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Hungry Joe Overlook via Gunners Ridge Trail
Makoshika State Park, Montana
Head to Makoshika State Park, the largest state park in Montana, to explore the region’s badlands on the Gunners Ridge Trail to Hungry Joe Overlook. The 4.4-mile trail starts in the coulee — a box-shaped valley with a flat floor. About half a mile in, you’ll begin your ascent to the ridge. From this vantage, you’ll have views of the park’s unique geological features.
Trail Details
- AllTrails Rating: 4.6 stars
- Level: Moderate
- Length: 4.4 miles
- Elevation gain: 738 feet
Recommended Ride
Toyota Tundra
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