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Musselshell OHV Area
Alt Names Old Musselshell Trail #854, Musselshell Creek, Deer Gulch, Brown Creek Ridge, Clearwater National Forest, Lolo Creek Rd
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION
Located in the Clearwater National Forest, the Musselshell OHV area offers single-track motorcycle trails and deep forest scenery. Moose, mule deer, gray wolves and bears are among the many types of wildlife that can be seen here. Note that this area is only open for a short period of time each year, from July 1 through the end of September.

LOCATION
Nearest City Weippe, ID
GPS Coordinates N 46º 22.530' W 115º 47.585'
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From: Pierce, ID

1) Take Route 11 south toward Weippe, about 12 miles
2) Turn left (east) on E. Pierce St
3) Proceed about 12 miles to the trailhead (E. Pierce St turns into Musselshell Rd and NF 100)
AREA TYPE
Area Type Trail
Land Type National Forest
QUALITY
Pros single track, deep forest scenery, wildlife viewing opportunities
Cons access is seasonal, open 7/1 - 9/30
Rating Rating    Very Good
Recommended Stay 1-2 Days
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes Idaho ORV 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
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs No Restriction
UTVs No Restriction
4x4s (registered) Some Areas
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies No Restriction
Bicycles No Restriction
Hiking No Restriction
Horseback No Restriction
Camping
Campfires
Alcohol No Restriction
Fireworks Prohibited
Firearms Some Areas
Law Enforcement Few/Periodic
FEES
Parking Fee No ($0.00)
Entry Fee No ($0.00)
Riding Fee No ($0.00)
Camping Fee No ($0.00)
CONTACTS
Contact Info Clearwater National Forest
12730 Hwy 12
Orofino, ID 83544
(208) 476-4541
www.fs.fed.us
TERRAIN
Square Miles 10
Miles Of Trail 12
Climate Type Forest
Elevation 3000 to 3400 ft.
Trail Maintenance Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained
Loose Dirt This trail has some loose dirt.Some
Hard Pack The trail has some hard pack terrain.Some
Sand This trail has no sandy areas.None
Mud The trail has some mud after it rains.Some
Dust The trail has little dust on typical days.Little
Rocks This trail has little rocks.Little
Trees The trail has almost all trees.All
Steep Hills This trail has few steep hills.Few
Water Crossings The trail has few water crossings.Few
Small Jumps This trail has few small jumps.Few
Large Jumps This trail has few large jumps.Few
Sand/Gravel Pits This national forest has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This national forest has some single track trails.Some
Roads This national forest has few roads.Few
Intersections This trail has some intersections.Some
Rider Traffic The national forest has some rider traffic on typical days.Some
Shade This national forest has many shaded areas.Many
Ranges/Gunfire This national forest has few shooting ranges or gunfire.Few
Hazards This trail has few hazards.Few (hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Novice Terrain This trail has some beginner terrain.Some
Amateur Terrain This trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Expert Terrain This trail has little expert terrain.Little
GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES
First Aid 30+ Miles (NW) Clearwater Valley Hospital & Clinic (208) 476-4555
Gasoline 30+ Miles (SW) Kamiah
Diesel 30+ Miles (SW) Kamiah
Water 5-20 Miles (W) Weippe
RV Hookup 5-20 Miles (SW) Lewis & Clark Resort (208) 935-2556
RV Disposal 5-20 Miles (SW) Lewis & Clark Resort (208) 935-2556
Campground 30+ Miles (SE) Apgar Campground
Conv Store 5-20 Miles (SW) Cloningers Harvest Foods (208) 935-2151
Swim Area 30+ Miles (N) Dworshak Reservoir
Water Body On Site Musselshell Creek
Boat Ramp 30+ Miles (N) Dworshak Reservoir

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