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Written by:
Aaron Grant
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Iowa Off-roading/4x4 Guide
First of all, we want to thank ALL of the Offroaders and 4x4 Enthusiasts out there
who have been such an integral part of our company, brand, and customer base!
And thank you for purchasing this Off-roading Trail Guide!
We wanted to collect all the information one would need to decide the most
valuable off-roading trail that are in their state – to make an educated decision
and prevent any surprises. (What do you mean ATV’s aren’t allowed on these
trails?!)
We have included important information such as:
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Are permits required?
What Climate Type?
How Many Miles are these trails (according to their websites)
What times of the year are they open?
Is there a standing entry fee? If so, How much?
What other vehicles are allowed on these trails?
UTVs? SXS? ATVs? SUV/Jeeps? Dune Buggies? Sand Rails?
And contact information, with a small blurb about the trial itself,
highlighting any important things to keep in mind such as: Are there
bathrooms available, garbage service, etc.
I) A Star-rating, on a scale from 1-5, on the overall value of the trail
With all of that information, we feel that all of our valued customers in Iowa will
be able to make an informed decision as to where to spend their precious “Offroad Time”.
If any information in this book becomes outdated due to new policies, and you
happen to catch it, please feel free to contact [email protected] and I
will place an edit on the book. And of course, if you are in need of any
suspension parts, truck accessories, and much much more, feel free to check
out our full catalogue at http://www.sdtrucksprings.com – or call us directly at
1(877) 774-6473 and speak to one of our specialists directly!
Bluff Creek ATV Park (Combo)
(Eddyville, IA)
(641-969-4214)
This abandoned strip mine consists of about 20 miles of trails, steep hill climbs, deep pits and four
motocross tracks. One track is for beginners and novices and one very challenging track is known as
"Gravity Cavity”. The park is open year round but will close temporarily during and after bad weather.
Riding is allowed from dawn to dusk and primitive camping is permitted. The campground has 13 sites
and amenities includes two water spigots,
Permit
Required?
Climate Type
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
Yes
Forest
20
Daily- Year
round
Nope
Other Vehicles?
UTV/SXS?
Motorcycles
Prohibited
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
restrooms with flush toilets and shower stalls.There is no fee required to ride or camp, but all vehicles
must display a current Iowa DNR Sticker. Trails are well maintained and marked with some cool bridge
crossings, thanks to the Bluff Creek Riders Association and the Iowa OHV Association.
Cambridge OHV Park
(Cambridge, IA)
(515- 299-0508)
This 30 acre OHV park is open to ATVs, UTVs and motorcycles. The park features a kids area, and MX
area,
Permit
Required?
Climate Type
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
Yes
Urban/Manmade
Not
specified
Daily- Year
round
Nope
Other Vehicles?
Motorcycles
UTV/SXS?
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
a flat track and some wooded trails. A current DNR registration sticker and club membership is required
Gypsum City OHV Park
(Fort Dodge, IA)
(515-281-8385)
Once an old mining area, this property is now open to ATVs and dirt bikes. The park has about 15 miles
of woods trails, several motocross tracks including a 1.5 mile main track, a safety training area,
beginners area and ample parking. The park is roughly 300 acres however there are plans to expand to
1500 acres. Overnight parking is currently not permitted but there are plans to add a campground which
should be completed by Spring 2015.
Permit
Required?
Climate Type
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
Yes
Forest
25
Daily- Year
round
Nope
Other Vehicles?
Motorcycles
UTV/SXS?
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
The campground will have 33 sites, each with water and electric hookups, BBQ grills and picnic tables.
Other amenities that will be added are restroom and shower facilities, dump station and a park
office.The trails are generally open daily year-round but may close temporarily during and after bad
weather, so call before heading out or check the Iowa DNR park status page
Lakeview OHV Park (Combo)
(Solon, IA)
(515-281-8385)
Open to ATVs, UTVs and motorcycles daily, this area offers miles of woods and sand trails, hill climbs,
mud bogs and ravines along with two motocross tracks. There is no fee to ride this area however a
current Iowa registration sticker is required and DNR officers regularly patrol the.
Permit
Required?
Yes
Other Vehicles?
Motorcycles
Climate Type
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
Forest
Not
specified
Daily- Year
round
Nope
UTV/SXS?
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
area.Camping is not permitted however nearby MacBride Reservoir offers numerous boat ramps,
camping and swimming opportunities. Be sure to thank the Lakeview Off Road Riders for maintaining
this park
Nicholson-Ford OHV Park
(Marshalltown, IA)
(641-751-5246)
This offroad park offers 120 acres of tight woods and river bottom trails, small hills and dry creek beds
to explore. The property has a large and flat staging area with a vault toilet and signage marking the
trails. The trails are open year-round but can get very muddy during and after wet weather, and make
take a few days to dry out.
Permit
Required?
Climate Type
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
Yes
Forest
20
Daily - Year
around
Nope
Other Vehicles?
Motorcycles
UTV/SXS?
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
There is no fee to ride however vehicles must display a current Iowa DNR sticker.The park is only open
for day use but camping can be found at nearby Union Grove State Park or at Tama County OHV Park
Rathbun OHV Park (Combo)
(Centerville, IA)
(641-647-2464)
This 125 acre riding area offers about 10 miles of woods trails, a tot lot and a practice track. The trails
consist mainly of dirt and rock and wind with the flow of the land through the trees and along the shores
of Rathbun Lake. Park amenities include a vault toilet, two shelters with picnic tables, an
unloading/loading dock, and a water faucet that is available April through November.
Permit
Required?
Climate Type
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
Yes
Forest
10
Daily - Year
around
Nope
Other Vehicles?
Motorcycles
UTV/SXS?
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
Camping is not permitted at the OHV park itself however the lake has several full service
campgrounds.ATVs, dirt bikes and side by sides are permitted as long as they have a current Iowa
registration.The park is open year round except during spring thaw and after heavy precipitation. For
current park status check the Iowa DNR Web page
River Ridge Trails
(Spragueville, IA)
(563-357-3784)
Located at the beautiful Whispering Meadows Resort, this brand new park has about 10 miles of woods
trails that border the scenic Maquoketa River with future plans to include adding more ATV trails. The
area is open from 9am to dusk daily however.
Permit
Required?
Climate Type
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
No
Forest
10
Daily - Year
around
Nope
Other Vehicles?
Motorcycles
UTV/SXS?
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
reservations are required and can be made by calling (563) 357-3784. The property also offers cabin
rentals, electric hookups for RVs, mountain bike and hiking trails and fishing holes
River Valley OHV Park
(Council Bluffs, IA)
(402-478-8701)
Open daily from 7am to dusk, this 300 acre park sits on the banks of the Missouri River. Terrain mainly
consists of loose dirt and sandy ATV trails with some whoops and several small sand hills. Due to
flooding, the park recently opened back up in March 2012 thanks to the hard work of the River Valley
Trail Riders.
Permit
Required?
Climate Type
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
Yes
Forest
10
Daily - Year
around
Nope
Other Vehicles?
Motorcycles
UTV/SXS?
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
The park may close temporarily for trail maintenance work days so be sure to check the park hotline at
(402) 478-8701 or website before heading out
Riverview OHV Park (Combo)
(Waterloo, IA)
(319-240-5034)
Bordered by the Cedar River, this 400-acre property offers miles of wooded trails and two natural
terrain motocross tracks. Amenities include a large flat and paved parking lot, vault toilets, a kiosk with a
map of the trails plus a nice shaded picnic shelter.
Permit
Required?
Climate Type
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
Yes
Forest
5
Daily - Year
around
Nope
Other Vehicles?
UTV/SXS?
Motorcycles
Prohibited
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
The park is open daily year-round but may close temporarily due to inclement weather so call first
before heading out. Overnight parking is not permitted but camping can be found a few miles south at
Deerwood Park
Tama County OHV Park (Combo)
(Tama, IA)
(641-484-4236)
This 300 acre park has about 15 miles of narrow woods trails with moderate elevation changes and a
motocross track. The trails form nice long loops and winds near the scenic Iowa River. The terrain is
mostly hard packed and smooth with some cool bridge crossings. The property has a
Permit
Required?
Yes
Other Vehicles?
Motorcycles
Climate Type
Forest
UTV/SXS?
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
15
Daily - Year
around
Nope
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
large staging area plus a campground with 10 sites with electric and water and 13 primitive sites.The
park is open daily, year-round to ATVs, UTVs and dirt bikes, and all machines must display a current Iowa
DNR sticker. Be sure to say thanks to Club S.P.O.R.T. for maintaining the property
Timber Ridge Ranch and Winery
(Mapleton, IA)
(712-353-6600)
This 300 acre park has about 15 miles of narrow woods trails with moderate elevation changes and a
motocross track. The trails form nice long loops and winds near the scenic Iowa River. The terrain is
mostly hard packed and smooth with some cool bridge crossings. The property has a
Permit
Required?
Climate Type
Miles Long
Dates Open
Entry Fee?
Yes
Forest
Not
specified
Daily - Year
around
Nope
Other Vehicles?
UTV/SXS?
ATV?
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Motorcycles
large staging area plus a campground with 10 sites with electric and water and 13 primitive sites.The
park is open daily, year-round to ATVs, UTVs and dirt bikes, and all machines must display a current Iowa
DNR sticker. Be sure to say thanks to Club S.P.O.R.T. for maintaining the property
New Hartford Racing (Combo)
(Shell Rock, IA)
(319-885-6469)
Operated by the Rambling Wheels Motorcycle Club, this property hosts motocross races and hare
scramble events during select dates. The area has several miles of hare scramble trails, a motocross
track and oval flat track
Permit
Required?
No
Climate Type
Forest
Other Vehicles?
UTV/SXS?
Motorcycles
Prohibited
Miles Long
Dates Open
Check website
Not
specified
ATV?
Entry Fee?
Nope
SUV/Jeep?
Dune Buggy and
Sand Rail?
Prohibited
Prohibited
l Free primitive camping is permitted during race weekends. Check Facebook for current schedule