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Browns Camp OHV Area
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Alt Names Brown's Camp, Rogers Camp, Horse Camp, University Falls, Forest Grove, Tillamook State Forest, Scoggins Creek Rd, Beaver Dam Rd, Lyda Camp, Firebreak Five, Stagecoach Horsecamp
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION
This is the eastern most OHV campground in the Tillamook State Forest and is the recommended staging area for novice and amateur OHV riders.

The area provides many types of fun trails, secluded campsites right on the banks of the creek and plenty of shade. The creek that flows through the campground is shallow and sometimes a little muddy/cloudy, and although the sharp rocks don't make it very suitable for swimming, it's deep enough do a little wading to cool off. (There is a popular swimming area down the road at the entrance to Diamond Mill OHV Area)

Most of the trails here are looped, and are marked and rated for difficulty, but bring a GPS/Radio unit anyway. There are a number of runs that are twisty and narrow, and most would also be plenty wide enough for ATVs. The trails also seemed split when necessary to offer an easy way around the deep rutted or technical spots. Our only complaint might be that most of the turns are not well banked, so the trails didn't have a very good flow for faster riding, but that may have changed since we last visited and overall it was still very fun. Browns Camp is a great choice if you like easy woods riding. Call (503) 359-7463 for trail conditions and closure info.


***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (September 2010)
LOCATION
Nearest City Forest Grove, OR
GPS Coordinates N 45º 37.231' W 123º 22.628'
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 From: Portland, OR

1) US 20 west toward Forest Grove
2) State Hwy 6 west to mile post 33
3) Just past mile post 33 turn left (south) on Beaver Dam Rd.
4) Follow signs to Browns Camp or Rogers Camp

Browns Camp: has camping & day use areas and is mostly OHV users. 29 campsites $10/day all along the creek w/ picnic tables & fire rings

Rogers Camp: multiple users including horseback & mountain bikers
AREA TYPE
Area Type Trail
Land Type State Forest
QUALITY
Pros secluded, campsite right on the bank of the creek, easy trails, most trails loop, all trails marked
Cons trails not banked well, not good flow, lots of sharp loose rocks
Rating Rating    Very Good
Recommended Stay 1-2 Days
Spring/Fall
TERRAIN
Square Miles 31
Miles Of Trail 50
Climate Type Forest
Elevation 1500 to 2500 ft.
Trail Maintenance Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained
Loose Dirt This trail has some loose dirt.Some
Hard Pack The trail has mostly hard pack terrain.Mostly
Sand This trail has no sandy areas.None
Mud The trail has some mud after it rains.Some
Dust The trail has mostly dust on typical days.Mostly
Rocks This trail has some rocks.Some
Trees The trail has almost all trees.All
Steep Hills This trail has few steep hills.Few
Water Crossings The trail has some water crossings.Some all crossings have bridges, no riding in creeks
Small Jumps This trail has few small jumps.Few
Large Jumps This trail has no large jumps.None
Berms The trail has some berms.Some
Sand/Gravel Pits This state forest has few sand or gravel pits.Few
Single Track This state forest has few single track trails.Few mostly ATV trails 4 feet wide
Roads This state forest has some roads.Some
Intersections This trail has few intersections.Few
Rider Traffic The state forest has few rider traffic on typical days.Few
Shade This state forest has many shaded areas.Many
Ranges/Gunfire This state forest has few shooting ranges or gunfire.Few
Hazards This trail has few hazards.Few (hazards not marked)
Beware of cliffs.
deep ruts, but mostly avoidable
Novice Terrain This trail has some beginner terrain.Some
Amateur Terrain This trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Expert Terrain This trail has no expert terrain.None
Comment mostly moderate & easy trails, all trails marked & rated, some one-way trails
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes OSP stickers required
Dates Open spring, summer, fall (Riding is discouraged during rainy season. Call (503) 359-7463 for trail conditions and closure info.)
Spark Arrestor Yes A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise Limit Yes (99 dB) OSP noise limits apply (all vehicles limit 99 dB)
Night Riding Yes Not Recommended
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs No Restriction
UTVs No Restriction
4x4s (registered) Some Areas not much available for 4x4 play
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies Some Areas OSP stickers required
Bicycles Some Areas
Hiking Some Areas
Horseback Some Areas
Camping Some Areas (camp in developed sites only)
Campfires Some Areas (permitted in developed campsites only)
Alcohol No Restriction
Fireworks Prohibited
Firearms Some Areas
Law Enforcement Few/Periodic Jeep/SUV Patrol
Comment some trails closed periodically for logging, maintenence, or fire season
FEES
Parking Fee No ($0.00)
Entry Fee No ($0.00)
Riding Fee No ($0.00)
Camping Fee Yes
Tent: $10.00
RV: $10.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $2.00
Comment self-pay stations
KEY SERVICES
First Aid Nearest City hospital
Tillamook County General Hospital 1000 3rd St, Tillamook, OR
Gasoline NSL
Diesel NSL
Water On Site potable water
water available at campground
RV Hookup Nearest City
RV Disposal Nearest City
Campground On Site 29 campsites, each with picnic tables & fire grate
Conv Store NSL
Swim Area Forest Grove, OR
Water Body Forest Grove, OR Devils Lake Fork Wilson River
Boat Ramp 20-30 Miles (SE) Henry Hogg Lake
CONTACTS
Contact Info Oregon Department of Forestry - Forest Grove District
801 Gales Creek Rd
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-2191
(503) 359-7401
awhite@odf.state.or.us
wauble@odf.state.or.us
egov.oregon.gov
Contact Info Oregon ATV Safety Education Card
(877) 772-3359
atv.info@state.or.us
www.rideatvoregon.org
GPS POINTS

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Browns campground.
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Trying to climb this gravel pit is quite the challenge.
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Most of the trails are fairly smooth.
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During the summer months this is an active quarry.  Most other times it's used as a shooting range, so avoid this area.
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