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Rattlesnake Bay ATV Trail
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | De Soto National Forest, De Soto Ranger District, Camp Shelby |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This area offers three separate loops for dirt bikes and ATVs less than 50 inches wide. The terrain is mostly smooth and fast with light to moderate elevation changes. Amenities are limited but there is a vault toilet and self pay kiosk at the staging area.
Riders should be aware that this area is located in the special use area for Camp Shelby and millitary training exercises for tanks and other wheeled vehicles may be encountered between May though September. For more information call Camp Shelby Range Control at (601) 584-2709.
The trails are open year-round but may close on short notice due to inclement weather, so call first before heading out. Camping is permitted but is limited to seven days.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate and narrow terrain |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) 1" max tread |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 16 (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | No mudding. Tires with tread depth exceeding 1 inch are prohibited. | |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($10.00 per rider) Annual Pass - $60 |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | New Augusta, MS | ||
| From: Hattiesburg, MS
1) Take I-59 South to Exit 59 2) Merge onto US-98 east, continue about 15 miles 3) Turn right (south) onto SR-29, continue 2.4 miles 4) Turn left (east) onto FS 312, continue 1.8 miles 5) Staging area is on the left (north). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | De Soto National Forest - De Soto Ranger District 654 West Frontage Road Wiggins, MS 39577 (601) 528-6180 mailroom_r8_mississippi@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Camp Shelby Range Control (601) 584-2709 |
| Comment | contact for millitary training schedule |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 300 acres | |
| Miles Of Trail | 32 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 180 to 220 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust |  Some | |
| Rocks |  None | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills | None | |
| Small Jumps |  Few | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | None |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | New Augusta, MS | |
| Diesel | New Augusta, MS | |
 Water | New Augusta, MS | |
 RV Hookup | New Augusta, MS | |
 RV Disposal | New Augusta, MS | |
| Campground | New Augusta, MS | |
 Conv Store | New Augusta, MS |
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