Utah OHV Trails CD-ROM

UTAH DIVISION OF STATE PARKS AND RECREATION

2008 Version

Welcome to the Utah OHV Trails CD-ROM. The Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation has produced this disk to help OHV riders and enthusiasts find enjoyable trails and riding opportunities. Users of this disk should be aware that this is not a complete collection of OHV opportunities in Utah, but is only a guide to some of the great riding to be found here. These maps should be used for planning only. Some routes may not be accurate enough for GPS navigation. Riders are encouraged to contact the various federal, state, and county land managers for information on additional riding opportunities. Contact information can be found on the Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation website at www.stateparks.utah.gov

Whether you’re riding the salmon-colored sands of Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park or cruising along the winding dirt trails of Wasatch Mountain State Park, the Utah State Parks Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) program wants you to ride safely and protect your riding privilege.

Growth of our sport requires riders to practice and advocate safe and ethical use of our trails and dunes. This responsibility includes properly registering machines, learning and obeying OHV safety laws and rules, sharing trails with other users, and staying on designated routes.

The goal of Utah’s OHV Program is to educate OHV users about laws and rules to promote public safety and protect natural resources. Your OHV registration fees go directly back into the sport. Of the $20.00 collected from each registration, $13.50 is dedicated to the improvement of summer and winter OHV opportunities. $2.00 from each registration is used for safety and responsible riding education; $2.50 goes to the Division of Motor Vehicles to cover administrative costs, $1.50 to School Trust Lands, and $.50 goes to fund search and rescue efforts.

While primarily designed for ATV users, most routes are open to motorcycle and SUV use. Some trails shown on this disk, however, will not accommodate larger vehicles. Where this information is known, it is displayed on the maps.

This disk is provided free of charge, and is funded by OHV registration revenues. The information contained here can also be found on the Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation website: http://www.stateparks.utah.gov/. Trail information will be updated annually or as conditions change.

The Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation wishes to acknowledge the cooperation of National Geographic in this project. The maps on this disc were created using the excellent National Geographic TOPO! Software. For more information about this software package, please visit www.nationalgeographic.com/topo

HOW TO USE THIS DISK

This disk contains a series of files. The files contain maps in two distinct formats, JPEG and TOPO. Most computers will have software to open the JPEG files. You will not be able to open the TOPO files unless the National Geographic TOPO! software has been installed on your computer. This program can be purchased in many retail stores or online.

Accessing the maps is simple. When you have finished reading the instructions, close this document. Click on the file labeled “Maps.” In this file you will find seven map folders, and seven JPEG images that will serve as an index to the maps in the folders. For purposes of this disk, the state has been divided into seven regions as follows:

North West: north of I-80 and west of I-15

West Central: west of I-15, south of I-80 and north of U.S. Hwy 50/6

South West: west of I-15 and south of U.S. Hwy 50/6

North East: east of I-15 and north of U.S. Hwy 40

East Central: east of I-15, south of I-80 to Silver Creek Jct. south of U.S. Hwy 40 and north of I-70

South Central: south of I-70, east of I-15 and west of the Green River/ Lake Powell

South East: south of I-70 and east of the Green River/ Lake Powell

To get started, open the JPEG image that represents the region that interests you. Enlarge the map using the zoom control on the tool bar. When you find a trail you would like to view, close the JPEG image and open the folder that corresponds to that region of the state. Locate the trail name in the list of maps and open the map. You may zoom in and out of the map to get the appropriate scale. You may print a copy of the map for personal use directly from the JPEG image.

We have also provided a National Geographic Topo file that contains all the data (routes) shown on the disk. This file is for those who have the National Geographic TOPO! program installed on their computer. With this file and the TOPO! program you can customize your maps as to size and map scale, add GPS tracks, add GPS coordinates, points of interest, etc. You can download or upload routes using your GPS, and produce your own maps for private use.

UNDERSTANDING THE ROUTE MARKINGS

In order to distinguish between routes of different types, a solid line represents routes open to full-size, four-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs and off-highway motorcycles. A dashed line represents routes open to ATVs and motorcycles, but closed to full size vehicles.

Most of the routes have also been evaluated for difficulty. The difficulty rating is subjective and can change due to weather conditions, season of the year. Riders are strongly cautioned to always ride within their own ability and within the capability of their equipment.

Green lines shown on the map are considered by the raters to be the “easiest” routes in the area. Blue lines are considered to be “more difficult” or intermediate in difficulty as compared to other routes in the area. Black lines are the “most difficult” or advanced routes and should only be attempted by skilled and experienced riders. The following provides a generalized overview of the criteria used in evaluating the difficulty of the routes.

DIFFICULTY RATING

Easiest (green line) Gravel or dirt surfaces that are relatively flat and wide. Generally wide enough for an ATV to pass a full-sized vehicle. May be dusty but are relatively smooth throughout with no rocks or roots protruding more than three inches above the surface.

More Difficult (blue line) Loose gravel, sandy, rocky or slick rock surface. May have short sections that are narrow. Can have blind turns, steep or roller coaster grades, minor drop-offs, dust, ruts and frequent changes in riding surfaces. Occasional obstacles may strike the frame.

Most Difficult (black line) Rocky surfaces, sharp turns, switchbacks, steep grades, narrow passages, low overhangs, ledges and large rocks. Can be slippery and muddy when wet. May have tree stumps, limbs or other debris. Machines with low ground clearance may strike or high center on obstacles. Some riders may be more comfortable using four-wheel drive machines.

OTHER MAPS

In addition to this disk, the Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation, in partnership with the United States Forest Service, the United States Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the various counties of the state has produced numerous paper maps. The following OHV trail and trail system maps cover some of the routes included in this disk. Riders are encouraged to get a copy of the map covering areas they intend to ride. These maps can be acquired at local BLM, Forest Service, Utah State Parks and Recreation, county and local government offices.

Large System Maps

Arapeen OHV Trail System (Free)

Gooseberry ATV Trails (Free)

Markagunt ATV System (Reasonable Cost)

Panguitch Loop

Paunsagunt OHV Trail Map (Reasonable Cost)

San Rafael Motorized Route Designations (Free)

Shoshone Trail (Free)

Strawberry OHV Trail System

Small System and Trail Maps (Free)

Amasa Basin One-Day Ride

Burbank Hills One-Day Ride

Casto Canyon/Lime Kiln One-Day Ride

Conger Mountain One-Day Ride

Cricket Mountains One-Day Ride

Forshea/Table Mountain One-Day Ride

Haycock Mountain/Black Rock One-Day Ride

Henry Mountains North One-Day Ride

Little Valley/Cottonwood Canyon One-Day Ride

Mill Canyon One-Day Ride

Outlaw Trail One-Day Ride

Other Maps

Garfield County ATV & OHV Route Maps (Free)

Sovereign Trail System

IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION

The routes on these maps are graphical representations to be used for travel planning purposes only. Because of the possibility for error, we do not recommend that the TOPO files be downloaded to your GPS receiver for navigational purposes. Most of the routes are of varying widths and surface types and receive little or no regular maintenance. Weather and other natural occurrences can and will change conditions. Riders should not assume routes will always be passable. Please obtain current information prior to travel.

Every effort was made to ensure the accuracy of this map. To the best of our knowledge, it complies with federal and state land management plans and county OHV ordinances. However, riders should be cautioned that land management and travel plans may change at any time. Riders should always consult the land managing agency with jurisdiction over the area in which they plan to ride.

This map does not display all existing roads and trails open for OHV use. The Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation recommends the mapped routes to introduce riders an area and to help them have a great recreational experience.

USE RESTRICTIONS

The Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service are currently revising resource and travel management plans. Once the revision processes are complete, there may be changes to OHV area designations and routes. This could result in future changes to the information shown on these maps

Where routes go through towns, trailheads and designated routes may be established to provide access to services. Use only the designated routes in these towns.

Regulations can vary between agencies and by seasons including: fire regulations, camping permits, group size limits, and campsite designation. Collection of natural objects (plants and animal material, rocks, fossils, petrified wood, and minerals) requires a special permit on most public lands. Some OHV routes are restricted to vehicles with 50-inch maximum width. Each rider is responsible for knowing the rules that apply to the lands they are using. It is important to be informed before riding. You can get information on regulations from agency websites, agency brochures and publications, or at the visitor centers in the areas you travel.

Routes shown on these maps may cross private land. Stay on the road and do not remove or disturb any property on adjacent lands. Please leave gates as you find them, and avoid harassment of livestock or wildlife.

NEVER RIDE ALONE AND ALWAYS WEAR YOUR HELMET

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FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, OR FOR ASSISTANCE IN USING THIS DISK, PLEASE CALL TOLL FREE AT 1-800-OHV-RIDE.

ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS MAY BE SENT TO:

OHV Trails CD

Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation

P.O. Box 146001

1594 West North Temple, suite 116

Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6001