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Clay Pit SVRA

Tuesday, May 14, 2013
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Alt Names Oroville, Feather River Valley, Thermalito, Clay Pits SVRA
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION
This 220 acre riding area was created in the depression left from where clay was excavated to build the Lake Oroville Dam. And depression, is what you are going to feel if you drive more than 30 miles to get there. This is no vacation destination. It's a small, flat practice area, where the average 2WD car could tackle 90% of the terrain. The are a few trees and a couple of small pop-up jumps, and when we say a couple, we mean... one. Ok, we're sorry. It's a great place for the local kids, for giving ATV lessons, or for breaking in a new top end, and as riders we are greatful to for any public land we have. The area is lightly patrolled, with one hazard that is clearly marked, and no services.  Riding Area Map...  Directions...  Nearby Riding Areas...  
LOCATION
Nearest City Oroville, CA
Address Larkin Road, Oroville, CA 95965
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 From: Sacramento, CA
1) Take Highway 70 North to exit 46
2) Turn left (west) onto Oroville Dam Blvd, continue 2 miles
3) Turn left (south) on Larkin Road, continue 2 miles
4) Park entrance is on the left (south-east).
TYPE OF AREA
Area Gravel Pit, area is a large open pit
Land State Recreation
QUALITY
Pros not very busy, not patrolled, good for novices, good place to learn or fix bike, have picnic, all hazards are clearly marked
Cons no services, no challenging terrain
Rating Rating    Fair    
Recommended Stay Half Day
TERRAIN
Miles Of Trail 3
Climate Type large clay pit
Trail Maintenance Not Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained
Loose Dirt This riding area has no loose dirt.None
Hard Pack The riding area has almost all hard pack terrain.All
Sand This riding area has no sandy areas.None
Mud The riding area has some mud after it rains.Some
Dust The riding area has some dust on typical days.Some
Rocks This riding area has some rocks.Some lots of loose baseball sized sharp rocks
Trees The riding area has few trees.Few
Steep Hills This riding area has no steep hills.None
Water Crossings The riding area has few water crossings.Few couple crossings irrigation/drainage ditch aprox 12ft wide
Small Jumps This riding area has few small jumps.Few
Large Jumps This riding area has no large jumps.None
Berms The riding area has no berms.None
Sand/Gravel Pits This state recreation area has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This state recreation area has no single track trails.None
Roads This state recreation area has mostly roads.Mostly
Intersections This riding area has some intersections.Some
Rider Traffic The state recreation area has few rider traffic on typical days.Few
Shade This state recreation area has few shaded areas.Few adequate - 10-20 shady parking spots from trees
Ranges/Gunfire This state recreation area has no shooting ranges or gunfire.None prohibited, but firing range adjacent (to the south)
Hazards This riding area has few hazards.Few (hazards not marked)
Easy Terrain Novice This riding area has almost all beginner terrain.All
Moderate Terrain Amateur This riding area has little intermediate level terrain.Little
Difficult Terrain Expert This riding area has no expert terrain.None
Comment easy terrain - novice
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes CA OHMVR stickers required
Dates Open Year-Round CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted from 9/1 to 6/30
Spark Arrestor Yes A spark arresting 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)
Night Riding No riding hours 8am to sunset
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes Certain Times CA OHMVR restrictions apply
Cross Country Permitted
ATVs No Restriction CA OHMVR stickers required
UTVs No Restriction CA OHMVR stickers required
4x4s (registered) No Restriction
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies Some Areas CA OHMVR stickers required
Bicycles No Restriction
Hiking No Restriction Not Recommended
Horseback No Restriction
Camping Prohibited
Campfires Prohibited
Alcohol Some Areas CA open container laws
Fireworks Prohibited
Firearms Some Areas firing range adjacent
Law Enforcement None
Insurance *Disclaimer: RiderPlanet strongly recommends that all visitors get insurance for their ATV, UTV or motorcycle before visiting any of the locations shown on this website.
FEES
Parking No ($0.00)
Entry No ($0.00)
Riding No ($0.00)
Camping No ($0.00)
prohibited
KEY SERVICES
First Aid First Aid 5-20 Miles (NE) Oroville Hospital (530) 533-8500
Gasoline Gasoline 5-20 Miles (NE) Jiffy Food Stores (530) 534-5015
Diesel Diesel 5-20 Miles (NE) Valero Gas Station (530) 533-3560
Potable Water Water 5-20 Miles (NE) River One RV Park (530) 533-8679
RV Hookups RV Hookup 5-20 Miles (NE) River One RV Park (530) 533-8679
RV Dump Station RV Disposal 5-20 Miles (NE) River One RV Park (530) 533-8679
Primitive Camping Campground 1-5 Miles (S) Oroville Wildlife Area Campground (530) 538-2236
Convenience Store Conv Store 5-20 Miles (NE) JIffy Food Stores (530) 534-5015
Swimming Swim Area 5-20 Miles (NE) North Forebay Swimming Beach (530) 538-2219
Body of Water Water Body 5-20 Miles (E) Lake Oroville Recreation
Boating Launch Boat Ramp 5-20 Miles (E) Lake Oroville Recreation
CONTACTS
Contact Info Clay Pit SVRA
400 Glen Drive
Oroville, CA 95966-9222
(530) 538-2200
www.parks.ca.gov
Contact Info California State Parks OHMVR Division
1725 23rd Street
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 324-4442
ohvinfo@parks.ca.gov
www.ohv.parks.ca.gov
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Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
Plenty of open space to teach a beginner.
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Example of terrain at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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OHV at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
One of the few pop-up jumps in the area.
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OHV at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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OHV at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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OHV at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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OHV at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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Scenery at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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OHV at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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Some terrain at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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A trail at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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OHV at Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
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Scenic view of Clay Pit SVRA Riding Area
The only "real" hazard.
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