Skid roads, also known as skid trails or skid paths, are typically narrow off-road paths used for hauling timber by hand or machine. These paths are created by dragging logs along the ground, which often causes damage to the surrounding vegetation and terrain. Another synonym for skid roads is "haul roads," which refers to the primary access routes used by loggers to transport timber to the main road or processing facilities. Other similar terms include "yarder roads," "landing roads," and "camp roads." Each of these terms describes a different type of road used in the logging industry, but they all revolve around the transportation of timber.