| Alt Names |
Pocatello Motocross Park, Blackrock/Chinese Peak Trail, Blackrock / Chinese Peak Trail, Pocatello Off Road Vehicle Area, Caddy Canyon, Camelback Mountain |
| 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.
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| 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 |
| QUALITY |
| Pros |
free, single track trails |
| Cons |
open only during 4/15 - 11/15 |
| Rating |
Good
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| Recommended Stay |
1-2 Days Summer/Fall |
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| 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 |
| Campfires |
Some Areas |
| Alcohol |
No Restriction |
| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Firearms |
Some Areas |
| 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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| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
BLM - Pocatello Field Office 4350 Cliffs Drive Pocatello, ID 83204 (208) 478-6340 www.blm.gov
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| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
52 |
| Miles Of Trail |
40 |
| Climate Type |
Desert |
| Elevation |
4600 to 6600 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Unknown |
| Loose Dirt |
Little |
| Hard Pack |
Some |
| Sand |
Little |
| Mud |
Little |
| Dust |
Little |
| Rocks |
Little |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
None |
| Single Track |
Some |
| Roads |
Few |
| Intersections |
Some |
| Rider Traffic |
Some |
| Shade |
Few |
| Ranges/Gunfire |
Few |
| Hazards |
Few |
| Novice Terrain |
Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Little |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
5-20 Miles (NW) |
| Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (NW) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (NW) |
| Water |
5-20 Miles (NW) |
| RV Hookup |
5-20 Miles (NW) |
| RV Disposal |
5-20 Miles (NW) |
| Campground |
On Site |
| Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (NW) |
| Swim Area |
5-20 Miles (NW) |
| Water Body |
1-5 Miles (S) |
| Boat Ramp |
20-30 Miles (NW) |
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