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Coal Mine Road

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Other Names

Rangeview Lake, Ken's Pond, Coal Mine #5 Lake, Mt. Moffit, Mt. Hayes, Dick's Pond, Donnelly Dome, Paul's Pond, Lake Lake, Backdown Lake, Brodie Lake, Delta River, Granite Mountains, Jarvis Creek

Last Known StatusOpen

The Coal Mine Road is a rugged 4x4 trail that goes by eight small lakes and offers excellent mountain views plus decent fishing. The trail is usually not passable until mid summer and large trailers are not recommended.

Cabin rentals are available near Ken’s Pond and Coal Mine #5 Pond. There is no fee charged but reservations are required and must be made at least six months in advance.

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REGULATIONS

Permit Required
Dates OpenYear-Round
Other ATV Stickers AcceptedUnknown
Spark ArrestorYesA spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise LimitYes
Whip FlagsNot Required
Maximum Vehicle WidthNo Restriction
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesPermitted
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers Four WheelersPermitted
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSPermitted
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates 4x4 & Jeeps (registered)Permitted
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)
Permitted
2 Stroke EnginesNo Restriction
Camping / Overnight RV Parking CampingNo Restriction(camp anywhere)
Campfire Restrictions Campfires
Night RidingUnknown
Trail BlazingProhibitedkeep on designated trails
Rule Enforcement
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TYPE OF AREA

AreaMotorized Trails
LandBLM, AK Department of Fish and Game

FEES & PASSES

Parking(None)
Entry(None)
Riding(None)
Camping(None)

RATINGS

Our RatingRatingGood
Recommended StayFull Day
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityDelta Junction, AK
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Trail MapGo To Trail Map
From: Fairbanks, AK
1) Take the Richardson Hwy South about 100 miles
2) Turn left (east) at Mile Post 242.1 onto gravel road, continue about 1.5 miles
3) Veer right at the fork. Trail starts here.

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact InfoBLM - Glennallen Field Office
P.O. Box 147
Glennallen, AK 99588
(907) 822-3217
ak_gfo_generaldelivery@blm.gov
www.blm.gov
Contact InfoAlaska Department of Fish And Game
P.O. Box 605
Delta Junction, AK 99737-0605
(907) 895-4632
www.adfg.alaska.gov

RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS

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Coal Mine Road Trail

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TERRAIN

Approx Size10,000 acres (16 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail7
Climate TypeForest
Elevation2400 to 3500 ft.
Trail MaintenanceMarked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose DirtThis trail has little loose dirt.Little
Hard PackThe trail has little hard pack terrain.Little
SandThis trail has no sandy areas.None
MudThe trail has mostly mud after it rains.Mostly
DustThe trail has no dust on typical days.None
RocksThis trail has little rocks.Little
TreesThe trail has many trees.Many
Steep HillsThis trail has some steep hills.Some
Water CrossingsThe trail has some water crossings.Some
Small JumpsThis trail has no small jumps.None
Large JumpsThis trail has no large jumps.None
BermsThe trail has no berms.None
Sand/Gravel PitsThis BLM land has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single TrackThis BLM land has no single track trails.None
HazardsThis trail has few hazards.Few(hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Easy Terrain NoviceThis trail has some beginner terrain.Some
Moderate Terrain AmateurThis trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Difficult Terrain ExpertThis trail has little expert terrain.Little

GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline Gasoline30+ Miles (S)Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151
Diesel Diesel30+ Miles (S)Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151
Potable Water Water30+ Miles (S)Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151
RV Hookups RV Hookup30+ Miles (S)Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151
RV Dump Station RV Disposal30+ Miles (S)Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151
Primitive Camping Campground30+ Miles (S)Paxson Lake Campground (907) 822-3217
Convenience Store Conv Store30+ Miles (S)Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151
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