Black Mountain, Black Mountain Recreation Park, Black Mountain OHV Park, Evarts Trailhead, Putney Trailhead, Harlan County
Last Known Status
Open
DESCRIPTION
This brand new OHV trail system is open year-round to all vehicles. There are two trailheads to access this area, the Putney Trailhead to the north and Evarts Trailhead to the south.
The northern trailhead is located at Harlan County Campground and is $5 to park. The southern access which has no fee to park and is located near the general store which carries basic camping supplies, maps and permits.
Primitive campgrounds, cabin rentals and full RV hookups are also available throughout the area. A zipline has been recently installed and arrangements can be made by calling the Black Mountain Off-Road Adventure Area And General Store at (606) 837-3205.
From: Harlan, KY
1) Take SR-38 east about 8 miles
2) Turn left (north-east) on SR-2430/Kelly Street, continue .6 miles
3) Turn left (north) on Bailey Creek Road, continue about .5 miles toward Evarts Trailhead.
For Harlan County Campground/Putney Trailhead:
4) Take US-421 north about 1 mile
5) Bear right (north-east) on US-119, continue 8 miles
6) Campground entrance is on the right (south).
TYPE OF AREA
Area
Trail
Land
County Land
QUALITY
Rating
Very Good
Recommended Stay
1-2 Days
TERRAIN
Square Miles
12
Miles Of Trail
150
Climate Type
Forest
Elevation
1200 to 3300 ft.
Trail Maintenance
Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained
Single Track
Some
Hazards
Few
(hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Novice
Mostly
Amateur
Some
Expert
Little
REGULATIONS
Permit Required
Yes
Black Mountain General Use Permit
Dates Open
Year-Round
Spark Arrestor
Yes
A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise Limit
Night Riding
Yes
vehicles must have front and rear lights
Flags
Not Required
Two Strokes
No Restriction
Cross Country
Prohibited
ATVs
No Restriction
UTVs
No Restriction
4x4s (registered)
Some Areas
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies
Prohibited
Bicycles
Hiking
Horseback
Camping
Some Areas
(camp in developed sites only)
Campfires
Some Areas
(permitted in developed campsites only)
Alcohol
Prohibited
Fireworks
Prohibited
Firearms
Prohibited
Law Enforcement
Many
Insurance
*Disclaimer: RiderPlanet recommends that all riders obtain motorcycle insurance or ATV / UTV insurance before visiting any of the locations depicted.
FEES
Parking
Certain Areas ($5.00) applies only at Putney Trailhead
Entry
No ($0.00)
Riding
Yes ($20.00 per OHV) good for one month
Camping
Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $15.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 North Evarts RV Park and Campground Fees