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Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System

Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Alt Names Sheridan Mountain, Sheridan Mountain / Smith Mesa, Camp Wood, Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System, Cottonwood Mountain, Stinson Mountain, Connell Mountains, BT Butte, Sheriden Mountain, Cedar Mesa, Sycamore Rim, Sycamore Mesa, Jones Mountain, Sheridan Mt. / Smith Mesa, Prescott National Forest, Chino Valley Ranger District
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION

This forested area offers some long and challenging ATV double-track loops with great panoramic views. Most of the trails are very manageable, but a few of them are relentlessly chunky so be prepared for a little bit of a bashing.

In addition to the trails, it is also possible to do long cruising loops on the smooth forest service roads which take you past some interesting old corrals and through a couple of shallow stream crossings.

With about 40 miles of trails, this is a great area for a full day ride, or two days of exploration, but the trails are generally more suited to ATVs than motorcycles. If you enjoy mountain views and you don't mind going slower on the rockier parts, you'll really enjoy this ride. Camping is permitted at Camp Wood staging area but there are no services.

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LOCATION
Nearest City Prescott, AZ
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From: Prescott, AZ
1) Take CR-5 (Williamson Valley Road) north 22.1 miles
2) Turn left (west) on NF-21, continue 15.5 miles
3) Turn right (north) on NF-95, continue about 100 feet. Campsite/staging is on the right
4) Or continue .25 miles further along NF-95 to the larger staging area (recommended for RV's).
TYPE OF AREA
Area Trail
Land National Forest
QUALITY
Pros free camping, long trail loops, great scenery
Cons lots of sharp rocks, no services, trail loops are long, very long access road - 15 mile dirt access road - is graded but long and slow, no single track motorcycle trails
Rating Rating    Good    
Recommended Stay 1-2 Days
Spring/Fall
TERRAIN
Square Miles 130
Miles Of Trail 40
Climate Type Forest
Elevation 3500 to 6500 ft.
Trail Maintenance Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose Dirt This trail has little loose dirt.Little
Hard Pack The trail has mostly hard pack terrain.Mostly
Sand This trail has no sandy areas.None
Mud The trail has no mud after it rains.None
Dust The trail has little dust on typical days.Little
Rocks This trail has almost all rocks.All
Trees The trail has many trees.Many
Steep Hills This trail has some steep hills.Some
Water Crossings The trail has few water crossings.Few
Small Jumps This trail has few small jumps.Few
Large Jumps This trail has no large jumps.None
Berms The trail has few berms.Few
Sand/Gravel Pits This national forest has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This national forest has no single track trails.None Mostly ATV double track trails
Roads This national forest has few roads.Few
Intersections This trail has few intersections.Few
Rider Traffic The national forest has few rider traffic on typical days.Few
Shade This national forest has many shaded areas.Many
Ranges/Gunfire This national forest has no shooting ranges or gunfire.None
Hazards This trail has few hazards.Few (hazards not marked)
sharp rocks, some steep banks
Easy Terrain Novice This trail has little beginner terrain.Little only novice terrain is the foresert service roads, no play areas
Moderate Terrain Amateur This trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Difficult Terrain Expert This trail has some expert terrain.Some
Comment rocks, rocks and more rocks
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes AZGFD sticker required
Dates Open Year-Round
Spark Arrestor Yes A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise Limit Yes (96 dB)
Night Riding Unknown Not Recommended
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs No Restriction maximum width 50"
UTVs Prohibited maximum width 50"
4x4s (registered) Prohibited maximum width 50"
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies Prohibited maximum width 50"
Bicycles No Restriction Not Recommended
Hiking No Restriction
Horseback No Restriction Not Recommended
Camping Some Areas permitted at Camp Wood
Campfires Some Areas
Alcohol No Restriction
Fireworks Prohibited
Firearms Prohibited
Law Enforcement Few/Periodic
Insurance *Disclaimer: RiderPlanet strongly recommends that you have medical insurance and carry motorcycle insurance or ATV insurance before taking your vehicle to any of the locations depicted here.
FEES
Parking Yes ($5.00)
day use area fee
Entry No ($0.00)
Riding No ($0.00)
Camping No ($0.00)
KEY SERVICES
First Aid First Aid 30+ Miles (SE) Yavapai Regional Medical Center (928) 445-2700
Gasoline Gasoline 30+ Miles (SE) Circle K (928) 776-1271
Diesel Diesel 30+ Miles (SE) Prescott
Potable Water Water 30+ Miles (SE) Prescott
RV Hookups RV Hookup 30+ Miles (SE) Wilow Lake RV Park & Campground (928) 445-6311
RV Dump Station RV Disposal 30+ Miles (SE) Wilow Lake RV Park & Campground (928) 445-6311
Primitive Camping Campground 30+ Miles (SE) Wilow Lake RV Park & Campground (928) 445-6311
Convenience Store Conv Store 30+ Miles (SE) Prescott
Swimming Swim Area 30+ Miles (SE) Watson Lake
Body of Water Water Body 30+ Miles (SE) Watson Lake
Boating Launch Boat Ramp 30+ Miles (SE) Watson Lake
CONTACTS
Contact Info Prescott National Forest - Chino Valley Ranger District
735 N. Hwy 89
Chino Valley, AZ 86323
(928) 777-2200
www.fs.usda.gov
Contact Info Arizona Game & Fish Department
(602) 942-3000
www.azgfd.gov
Comment OHV Decal Info
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Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System Photo

Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System

We couldn't get enough of these gorgeous mountain views from almost every hilltop.  We stopped many times to take it all in.
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The trails are an even mixture of woods and desert vegetation.  This photo was taken somewhere near the staging and camping area.
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This is one example of one of the many interesting little climbs and rock steps to be found on the main loop.
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There was nothing too extreme on the main loop, but there were enough rocks to make you feel a little bit weary by the end.
Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System Photo

Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System

Coming down one of the many short hills.  We didn't encounter anything very steep.
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There are some rock steps like this scattered throughout but nothing we encountered seemed too scary or dangerous.
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Posing in front of the old corral.  There were a number of little photo opportunities like this along the main forest service roads.
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This was a pretty good ride for sight seeing.
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RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System

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