| Alt Names |
Brown Mountain ATV Trails, Pisgah National Forest, Parks Creek, Carroll Creek, Pearcey Creek, Lenoir, Grandfather Ranger District |
| DESCRIPTION |
This popular trail system offers about 34 miles of marked and maintained OHV and single-track trails with challenges ranging from easy to difficult.
The main entrance road is RV accessible and the staging area offers ample parking opportunities. Primitive camping is permitted but the area is very busy during the weekends.
Interestingly, nearby Brown Mountain has a mysterious reputation for unexplained light orbs which have been reported on moonless nights.
(Recommend Rino or other comms.)
Trail Map... Directions... Nearby Trails...
***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (May 2012)
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Collettsville, NC |
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From: Hickory, NC
1) Take US-321 north towards the town of Lenoir, about 17 miles
2) Turn left (south) on N. Main St., continue .3 miles
3) Turn right (west) on SR-90, continue about about 9 miles
4) Turn left (south) on Adako Rd., continue about 4 miles
5) Turn right on FS 299. Continue towards the staging area. |
| QUALITY |
| Rating |
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| Recommended Stay |
Full Day
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| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
April 1 - January 1 |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
Yes (99 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 |
Prohibited |
| Bicycles |
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| Hiking |
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| Horseback |
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| Camping |
Some Areas |
| Campfires |
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| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Law Enforcement |
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| Insurance |
| FEES |
| Parking |
($0.00)
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| Entry |
($0.00)
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| Riding |
Yes ($5.00 per rider) season pass - $30 |
| Camping |
Yes Tent: $5.00 RV: $5.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
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| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Pisgah National Forest - Grandfather Ranger District 109 East Lawing Dr. Nebo, NC 28761 (828) 652-2144 (828) 257-4200 bit.ly
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| Brown Mountain OHV Trails Photo |
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| Photo Submitted 3/1/2012 (Thanks!) |
| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
13 |
| Miles Of Trail |
34 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
1100 to 2500 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Marked, Rated, Lightly Maintained |
| Loose Dirt |
Some |
| Hard Pack |
Some |
| Sand |
Little |
| Mud |
Little |
| Dust |
Little |
| Rocks |
Some |
| Trees |
Many |
| Steep Hills |
Few |
| Water Crossings |
Few |
| Small Jumps |
Few |
| Large Jumps |
None |
| Berms |
Some |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
None |
| Single Track |
Some |
| Roads |
Some |
| Intersections |
Few |
| Rider Traffic |
Some |
| Shade |
Many |
| Ranges/Gunfire |
None |
| Hazards |
Few |
Novice |
Some |
Amateur |
Mostly |
Expert |
Some |
| KEY SERVICES |
First Aid |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (NW) |
Diesel |
Collettsville, NC |
Water |
Collettsville, NC |
RV Hookup |
1-5 Miles (S) |
RV Disposal |
1-5 Miles (S) |
Campground |
1-5 Miles (S) |
Conv Store |
1-5 Miles (NW) |
Swim Area |
1-5 Miles (S) |
Water Body |
Collettsville, NC |
Boat Ramp |
Collettsville, NC |

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