| Alt Names |
Black Springs OHV Park, Black Springs Area, Stanislaus National Forest, Calaveras Ranger District, Middle Fork Mokelumne River, Hermit Spring, Bailey Ridge, Flagpole Point, Motley Meadow, Cottonwood Gulch, Hay Gulch, Middle Gulch, Thompson Meadow, Bear Trap Basin, Corral Meadow, South Fork Mokelumne River |
| DESCRIPTION |
This large network of over 100 miles of connecting forest roads is best for ATVs and novice riders. Most roads are fast, wide and smooth, with some rocky sections here and there, but you can cover a lot of ground quickly. There are no services at the main staging area, but the campsites are decent and there is no fee.
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Cottage Springs, CA |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 38º 22.475' W 120º 11.504' |
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From: Stockton, CA
1) Take Hwy 4 east toward the town of Cottage Springs, about 80 miles
2) About 2 miles past Cottage Springs turn left on Black Springs Rd
3) Continue .4 miles, campground will be on your left. Stage here. |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| Land Type |
National Forest |
| QUALITY |
| Pros |
not crowded, decent campsites, no fees, nice scenery, large area |
| Cons |
no services at main staging area, mostly forest roads, some sections are very rocky |
| Rating |
 Good
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| Recommended Stay |
1-2 Days
Spring |
| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
65 |
| Miles Of Trail |
100 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
5500 to 8000 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Marked, Rated, Lightly Maintained |
| Loose Dirt |
 Mostly |
| Hard Pack |
 Little |
| Sand |
 None |
| Mud |
None |
| Dust |
Mostly |
| Rocks |
 Some |
| Trees |
 All |
| Steep Hills |
 Few |
| Water Crossings |
Few |
| Small Jumps |
Few |
| Large Jumps |
None |
| Berms |
Few |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
None |
| Single Track |
None |
| Roads |
Mostly |
| Intersections |
Some |
| Rider Traffic |
Few |
| Shade |
All |
| Ranges/Gunfire |
None |
| Hazards |
Few |
| Novice Terrain |
Mostly |
| Amateur Terrain |
Some |
| Expert Terrain |
Little |
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
Year-Round |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
Yes (96 dB) |
| Night Riding |
Yes |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
No Restriction |
| Cross Country |
Prohibited |
| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
No Restriction |
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
Some Areas |
| Bicycles |
No Restriction |
| Hiking |
No Restriction |
| Horseback |
No Restriction |
| Camping |
Some Areas |
| Campfires |
Some Areas |
| Alcohol |
No Restriction |
| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Firearms |
Prohibited |
| Law Enforcement |
Few/Periodic |
| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Water |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| RV Hookup |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| RV Disposal |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Campground |
On Site |
| Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Swim Area |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Water Body |
1-5 Miles (N) |
| Boat Ramp |
5-20 Miles (NE) |
| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Stanislaus National Forest - Calaveras Ranger District
5519 Highway 4, P.O. Box 500
Hathaway Pines, CA 95233
(209) 795-1381
www.fs.fed.us
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