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Spillway Cycle Area

Saturday, December 23, 2023

Other Names

Tuttle Spillway Cycle Area, Spillway OHV Area

Last Known StatusOpen

Located on the southeastern portion of Tuttle Creek Lake, this area offers several miles of trails that range in difficulty from novice to expert. Most of the terrrain is a mix of narrow but twisty hard packed trails but there are a couple play areas with small jumps and hillclimbs to check out.

The staging area has plenty of room for parking but shade is limited. Amenities include a loading ramp, vault toilets and a few picnic tables located under some large shade trees.

The park is only open during daylight hours but River Pond State Park and other campgrounds are just a few minutes away.

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REGULATIONS

Permit RequiredNo
Dates OpenYear-Round
Other ATV Stickers AcceptedUnknown
Spark ArrestorYesA spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise LimitYes
Whip FlagsNot Required
Maximum Vehicle WidthYes (65 inches)has entrance gate or posts
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesPermitted
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers ATVsPermitted
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSPermitted(maximum width 65 inches)
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates SUVs & Jeeps (registered)Prohibited
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)
Prohibited
2 Stroke EnginesNo Restriction
MX Helmet RequiredYes
Camping / Overnight RV Parking CampingProhibited
Campfire Restrictions CampfiresProhibited
Night RidingNoriding hours 9am-sunset
AlcoholProhibited
Rule Enforcement
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TERRAIN

Approx Size90 acres
Miles Of Trail5
Climate TypeForest
Elevation1100 to 1200 ft.
Trail MaintenanceMarked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose DirtThis trail has mostly loose dirt.Mostly
Hard PackThe trail has some hard pack terrain.Some
SandThis trail has little sandy areas.Little
MudThe trail has little mud after it rains.Little
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 some steep hills.Somesteep hill climbs in the lower pit area
Water CrossingsThe trail has few water crossings.Few
Small JumpsThis trail has some small jumps.Some
Large JumpsThis trail has no large jumps.None
BermsThe trail has some berms.Some
Sand/Gravel PitsThis USACE land has no sand or gravel pits.None
RoadsThis USACE land has no roads.None
HazardsThis trail has few hazards.Few(hazards assumed marked but use caution)
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
LandArmy Corps of Engineers

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline Gasoline1-5 Miles (SW)Hop-N-Skip (785) 539-2862
Diesel Diesel1-5 Miles (SW)Hop-N-Skip (785) 539-2862
Potable Water Water1-5 Miles (W)River Pond State Park (785) 539-8511
RV Hookups RV Hookup1-5 Miles (W)River Pond State Park (785) 539-8511
RV Dump Station RV Disposal1-5 Miles (W)River Pond State Park (785) 539-8511
Primitive Camping Campground1-5 Miles (W)River Pond State Park (785) 539-8511
Convenience Store Conv Store1-5 Miles (SW)Hop-N-Skip (785) 539-2862

FEES & PASSES

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

RATINGS

Our RatingRatingGood
Recommended StayFull Day
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityManhattan, KS
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From: Manhattan, KS
1) Take US-24 (Tuttle Creek Blvd.) north about 5 miles
2) Turn right (east) on SR-13, continue 2.2 miles
3) Turn right (south) on Dyer Road, continue about .5 miles.
4) Park entrance is on the right.

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact InfoTuttle Creek Project Office
5020 Tuttle Creek Blvd
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-8511
tuttle.creek@usace.army.mil
www.nwk.usace.army.mil

RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS

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Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Example of terrain at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Some terrain at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Terrain example at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Some terrain at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Spillway Cycle Area Trail Photo

Some terrain at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Scenic view at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Some terrain at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Spillway Cycle Area Trail Photo

Example of terrain at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Spillway Cycle Area Trail Photo

Some terrain at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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A trail at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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Terrain example at Spillway Cycle Area Trail

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