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Pocatello ORV Area
Alt Names Pocatello Motocross Park, Blackrock/Chinese Peak Trail, Blackrock / Chinese Peak Trail, Pocatello Off Road Vehicle Area, Caddy Canyon, Camelback Mountain
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION
Just minutes away from Pocatello, the Pocatello ORV area offers plenty of recreational activities for the outdoor enthusiast. Single track trails, an onsite campground, picnic area and a hang gliding area are among the many things to discover. Keep in mind that this area is only open from April 15 to November 15. Marinas and boat ramps can be found at the nearby American Falls Reservoir.

LOCATION
Nearest City Pocatello, ID
GPS Coordinates N 42º 47.973' W 112º 20.446'
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From: Pocatello, ID

1) Take I-15 south about 5 miles
2) Turn left (north) on N. Blackrock Canyon Rd
3) Parking area will be on your right
AREA TYPE
Area Type Trail
Land Type BLM
QUALITY
Pros free, single track trails
Cons open only during 4/15 - 11/15
Rating Rating    Good
Recommended Stay 1-2 Days
Summer/Fall
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes ID Permit Laws
Dates Open 4/15 - 11/15
Spark Arrestor Yes
Noise Limit Yes (96 dB)
Night Riding Unknown
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs Some Areas
UTVs Some Areas
4x4s (registered) Some Areas
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies Some Areas
Bicycles No Restriction
Hiking No Restriction
Horseback No Restriction
Camping Some Areas (camp in developed sites only)
Campfires Some Areas (permitted in developed campsites only)
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 BLM - Pocatello Field Office
4350 Cliffs Drive
Pocatello, ID 83204
(208) 478-6340
www.blm.gov
TERRAIN
Square Miles 52
Miles Of Trail 40
Climate Type Desert
Elevation 4600 to 6600 ft.
Trail Maintenance Unknown
Loose Dirt This trail has little loose dirt.Little
Hard Pack The trail has some hard pack terrain.Some
Sand This trail has little sandy areas.Little
Mud The trail has little mud after it rains.Little
Dust The trail has little dust on typical days.Little
Rocks This trail has little rocks.Little
Sand/Gravel Pits This BLM land has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This BLM land has some single track trails.Some
Roads This BLM land has few roads.Few
Intersections This trail has some intersections.Some
Rider Traffic The BLM land has some rider traffic on typical days.Some
Shade This BLM land has few shaded areas.Few
Ranges/Gunfire This BLM land 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 5-20 Miles (NW) Portneuf Medical Center (208) 239-1800
Gasoline 5-20 Miles (NW) Pocatello
Diesel 5-20 Miles (NW) Pocatello
Water 5-20 Miles (NW) Pocatello
RV Hookup 5-20 Miles (NW) Cowboy RV Park (208) 232-4587
RV Disposal 5-20 Miles (NW) Cowboy RV Park (208) 232-4587
Campground On Site
Conv Store 5-20 Miles (NW) Oasis Food Mart (208) 233-4819
Swim Area 5-20 Miles (NW) American Falls Reservoir
Water Body 1-5 Miles (S) Portneuf River
Boat Ramp 20-30 Miles (NW) American Falls Reservoir

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