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Prairie City SVRA
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Hangtown MX, Rancho Cordova, Prairie City, Sac OHV Park, Prairie City State Vehicular Recreation Area Trails, McGills Cycle Park |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Home of the well known Hangtown MX track, this state recreation area is host to one round of the AMA Nationals motocross series each summer. For the remainder of the year, however, the recreation area is open for public riding.
The large open fields and small rolling hills offer a web of easy to moderate trails packed into a relatively small area (see "Trail Map"). There is a 4x4 designated area, and there are multiple motocross practice tracks. Amenities include shaded parking with picnic tables and BBQ pits plus a small parts store located at the edge of the main parking area.
This is a gated, pay to ride, heavily regulated park, which caters more to track riders, and offers just a handful of trails. It's proximity to Sacramento makes it a decent choice for short day trips with the kids.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | CA OHMVR stickers required |
| Dates Open | Open Daily 8-dusk (Closed Wednesdays) | CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted from 10/1 to 4/30 |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Yes | Residents of any state not listed must purchase a Nonresident OHV Use Permit. (AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, IA, ID, IN, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI, WY) |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB) |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 ATVs | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 UTV & SXS | Some Areas | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Some Areas | designated area for 4x4's |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Some Areas | CA OHMVR stickers required designated area for 4x4's |
| 2 Stroke Engines | Certain Times | CA OHMVR restrictions apply |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | helmets required by state law |
 Camping | Prohibited | closes at dusk |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | no trailblazing |
| Alcohol | No Restriction | CA open container law & OHMVR regulations apply |
| Rule Enforcement | Strict | On-Site Office/Station Gate Inspection |
| Comment | Green Sticker - year round, out of state - year round
all regulations & OHMVR enforced at gate and throughout park | |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 836 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 10 | |
| Climate Type | Urban/man-made | |
| Elevation | 240 to 350 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud |  Some | the back area gets pretty muddy when it rains |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Few | |
| Steep Hills |  None | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Few | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Intersections | Some | |
| Rider Traffic |  Many | busy on weekends, especilly in Fall |
| Shade | Many | dozens of gazebo parking/picnic areas |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | prohibited, enforced |
| Hazards | None | |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, MX Track, Gravel Pit |
| Land | State Recreation |
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | 500 cc Max |
| Min Engine Size | 90 cc Min |
| Comment | practice track, open to MC's & ATV's, over one mile long |
| Features | Public, Starting Gate |
| Max Engine Size | 80 cc Max |
| Min Engine Size | 50 cc Min |
| Comment | Mini Track 1 |
| Features | Public, Watered, Starting Gate, Pro AMA |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
| Comment | Hangtown MX, watered on weekends, groomed |
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | 80 cc Max |
| Min Engine Size | 50 cc Min |
| Comment | Mini Track 2 |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (N) | Chevron (916) 985-6379 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (N) | Chevron (916) 985-6379 |
 Water | On Site | potable water spigot available free, bring your own hose |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Sacramento Shade RV Park (916) 922-0814 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Sacramento Shade RV Park (916) 922-0814 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (N) | Beals Point Campground (800) 444-7275 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (N) | Chevron (916) 985-6379 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($5.00 per vehicle) Annual Pass - $50 |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Certain Times Tent: $0.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Camping permitted during races/special events. |
RATINGS
| Pros | shaded parking, many tracks, fire pits, concessions, parts & gear, store on site |
| Cons | all easy to moderate terrain, heavily regulated, strictly enforced, all trails 2-way |
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Rancho Cordova, CA | ||
| Address | 13300 White Rock Road, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 | ||
| From: Sacramento, CA
1) U.S. 50 E 20 miles to Prairie City exit 2) Right off exit ramp, follow to end 3) Right on White Rock Road, go 1.5 miles 4) Entrance on left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Prarie City SVRA 13300 White Rock Road Rancho Cordova, CA 96570 (916) 985-7378 (916) 985-8521 ohvinfo.ohv@parks.ca.gov ohv.parks.ca.gov |
| Contact Info | Dirt Diggers North Motorcycle Club P.O. Box 620338 Orangevale, CA 95662 info@hangtownmx.com hangtownmx.com |
| Contact Info | Mud Mart 13300 White Rock Road Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 (916) 878-6165 contact@mudmart.com |
| Contact Info | Enjoy the Mountain Off Road Adventures 29121 Hook Creek Road Cedar Glen, CA 92321 (844) 386-6691 info@enjoythemountain.com www.enjoythemountain.com |
| Comment | Guided ATV tours and rentals. |
Prairie City OHV Area Photo
The main track is annual host to the pro AMA nationals.
Prairie City OHV Area Photo
Ricky Carmichael at the 2004 motocross nationals.
Prairie City OHV Area Photo
Prairie City OHV Area Photo
Prairie City OHV Area Photo
The main staging area has picnic tables, shade ramadas and barbeque grills. There is also a parts store and concession stand.
Prairie City OHV Area Photo
Prairie City OHV Area Photo
Downhill view of the Hangtown MX track.
Prairie City OHV Area Photo
Carmichael leading the way.
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