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Humbug OHV Area

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Other Names

Klamath National Forest, Oak Knoll Ranger District, Humbug Creek, Kennebec Gulch

Last Known StatusTemporarily Closed  (due to McKinney and Yeti Fires Forest Order)

This offroad area opened to the public around 2013 and offers 14 miles ATV trails, level parking with primitive camping, vault toilets and a youth training area. We took a spin through the area during summer 2018 and found most of the amenities in good condition but it's clear that this spot doesn't receive much use. The main staging area was graveled and fenced in but the youth training area and loading ramps were overgrown with tall grass and weeds. The staging area had two primitive campsites, each with a picnic table and fire ring that still looked fairly new.

There is a short hill to climb from the staging area but as you go up in elevation the trails become lined with mostly pine trees and blackberry bushes. Most of the trails are bordered with nice wooden fencing and are marked and rated. The terrain is mostly hard packed with the occasional rut and loose chunk rock, but nothing too challenging.

The drive in is a little longer than you'd expect and while the main entrance road is wide and maintained, there are a couple sharp hairpin turns to get through. The drive is easy, just know that GPS and cell phone coverage is weak to non-existent as you head up into the mountains, so go over or print out the driving directions before heading out.

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REGULATIONS

Permit RequiredYesCA OHMVR stickers required
Dates OpenYear-RoundCA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted year round
Other ATV Stickers AcceptedYesResidents 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 ArrestorYesA spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise LimitYes (96 dB)CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB)
Whip FlagsNot Required
Maximum Vehicle WidthYes (50 inches)has entrance gate or posts
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesPermittedCA OHMVR stickers required
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers ATVsPermittedCA OHMVR stickers required
(maximum width 50 inches)
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSPermittedCA OHMVR stickers required
(maximum width 50 inches)
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates SUVs & Jeeps (registered)Prohibited
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)
ProhibitedCA OHMVR stickers required
2 Stroke EnginesNo RestrictionCA OHMVR restrictions apply
MX Helmet RequiredYeshelmets required by state law
Camping / Overnight RV Parking CampingSome Areas(camp in developed sites only)
Campfire Restrictions CampfiresSome Areas(permitted in developed campsites only)
call and check for fire restrictions
Night RidingUnknownNot Recommended
Trail BlazingProhibitedstay on trail
Rule EnforcementNone
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TERRAIN

Approx Size2,560 acres (4 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail14
Climate TypeForest
Elevation2800 to 3500 ft.
Trail MaintenanceMarked, Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose DirtThis trail has little loose dirt.Little
Hard PackThe trail has mostly hard pack terrain.Mostly
SandThis trail has no sandy areas.None
MudThe trail has no mud after it rains.None
DustThe trail has little dust on typical days.Little
RocksThis trail has little rocks.Little
TreesThe trail has many trees.Many
Steep HillsThis trail has few steep hills.Few
Water CrossingsThe trail has no water crossings.None
Small JumpsThis trail has few small jumps.Few
Large JumpsThis trail has no large jumps.None
BermsThe trail has some berms.Some
Sand/Gravel PitsThis national forest has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single TrackThis national forest has few single track trails.Few
RoadsThis national forest has no roads.None
IntersectionsThis trail has few intersections.Few
Rider TrafficThe national forest has no rider traffic on typical days.None
ShadeThis national forest has some shaded areas.Some
Ranges/GunfireThis national forest has few shooting ranges or gunfire.Few
HazardsThis trail has no hazards.None
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

TYPE OF AREA

AreaMotorized Trails
LandNational Forest

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline Gasoline5-20 Miles (SE)USA Gas (530) 842-6539
Diesel Diesel5-20 Miles (SE)USA Gas (530) 842-6539
Potable Water Water5-20 Miles (SE)Yreka RV Park (530) 841-0100
RV Hookups RV Hookup5-20 Miles (SE)Yreka RV Park (530) 841-0100
RV Dump Station RV Disposal5-20 Miles (SE)Yreka RV Park (530) 841-0100
Primitive Camping Campground5-20 Miles (NE)Tree of Heaven Campground (530) 842-6131
Convenience Store Conv Store5-20 Miles (SE)USA Gas (530) 842-6539

FEES & PASSES

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

RATINGS

Prosfree, nice staging area, quiet
Conslong way in, no cell or internet, GPS signal sketchy
Our RatingRatingGood
Recommended StayFull Day
Comments(Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments)

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityYreka, CA
AddressHumbug Creek Road, Yreka, CA 96097
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From: Yreka, CA
1) Take CA-263 North about 1 mile
2) Turn left (north-west) onto Hawkinsville Humbug Road, continue 2.2 miles
3) Veer right at fork to stay on Hawkinsville Humbug Road (should see sign for Humbug OHV Area), continue 3.7 miles (first sharp uphill turn after sign)
4) After crossing bridge turn left (west) onto Humbug Creek Road, continue 2.6 miles
5) Veer right (west) to stay on Humbug Creek Road (you will see a sign for Hawkinsville/Klamath River), continue .2 miles
6) Staging area is on the right (north).

**Note: The main entrance road is wide and maintained but has a few sharp switchbacks. Wide trailers are not not recommended.

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact InfoKlamath National Forest - Oak Knoll Ranger District
63822 Highway 96
Happy Camp, CA 96039-0377
(530) 493-2243
klamathinfo@usda.gov
www.fs.usda.gov

RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS

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Humbug OHV Area Trail

The staging area has gravel parking, vault toilets, informational kiosk, loading ramps and two designated campsites.

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Humbug OHV Area Trail

This is a good place to bring the dirt bikes for some decent woods riding.

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Humbug OHV Area Trail

This area has 14 miles of designated ATV trails that form several loops through a mixed pine tree forest.

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Humbug OHV Area Trail

A picnic table is located near the youth training area.

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The is the main entrance sign off Humbug Road. Turn here.

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There are some decent mountain views to be found.

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During the summer months the trails can get a little dusty.

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A scenic view taken a few miles in off Humbug Road.

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There is plenty of room to park at the staging area.

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This is the shallow creek that you will pass over when crossing the short bridge. After the bridge turn left (west) at the intersection.

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There are several picnic tables scattered throughout the area.

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The trails are in decent condition and appear to be regularly maintained.

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Another view of the loading ramps.

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The loading ramps were a little overgrown with weeds and tall grass during the summer of 2018.

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There are several short but narrow hill climbs near the staging area.

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A view of of the vault toilet from one of the trails.

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One of the short but rugged hill climbs near the campground.

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Another view of an ATV trail winding through a mixed pine tree forest.

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Humbug OHV Area Trail

A view of an ATV trail winding through some pine trees and a section of blackberry bushes.

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Humbug OHV Area Trail

The two campsites each have a picnic table and fire ring. There is some shade here provided by the pine trees.

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Most of the area is fenced in and marked with brown carsonite trail markers.

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Humbug OHV Area Trail

Most of the trails are hard packed and windy.

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Humbug OHV Area Trail

Brown carsonite markers can be found throughout the trail system. The trails here are open to machines less then 50 inches wide.

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Humbug OHV Area Trail

The staging area and campground are surrounded by wooden fencing.

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There are several short but rugged hill climbs to tackle.

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A view inside the vault toilet at Humbug OHV Area.

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The youth training area is fenced off but was a little overgrown with tall grass and weeds when we visited.

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One of the short but narrow hill climbs.

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This is a good view of the type of terrain that you will find here.

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Another view of the ATV trails. There are some light to moderate elevation changes for all skill levels.

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Most of the trails have shade due to the various mature pine trees.

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