| Alt Names |
Edison, Edison Butte OHV Trails, Deschutes National Forest, mt. Bachelor, Sheridan Mountain, Kwolh Butte, Little Lake, Lava Lake, Tot Mountain |
| DESCRIPTION |
This area offers miles of two way traffic trails that wind through a dense ponderosa pine and hemlock forest. The terrain consists largly of loose and lava ridges and can be technical in some sections. There are two ski shelters to discover that offer scenic mountain views. The trail system is open to OHV use April 1 - November 30 but the best time to visit is June through October. Overnight camping and ample parking space for large RVs or trailers can be found at the Edison Sno-Park parking lot.
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Bend, OR |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 43º 56.408' W 121º 36.217' |
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From: Bend, OR
1) Take CR-46 west (Cascade Lakes Hwy) about 16 miles toward the Sunriver exit
2) Turn left (south) onto NF-45 (Edison Ice Cave Rd), continue about 4 miles
3) Look for the Edison Sno-Park parking signs, stage here. |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| Land Type |
National Forest |
| QUALITY |
| Rating |
Good
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| Recommended Stay |
Full Day
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| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
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| Dates Open |
April 1 - November 30 |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
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| Night Riding |
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| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
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| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| UTVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
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| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
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| Bicycles |
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| Hiking |
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| Horseback |
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| Camping |
No Restriction |
| Campfires |
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| Law Enforcement |
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| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Deschutes National Forest 1001 SW Emkay Drive Bend, OR 97702 (541) 383-5300 www.fs.fed.us
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| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
50 |
| Miles Of Trail |
25 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
5000 to 7200 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Unknown |
| Hazards |
Few |
| Novice Terrain |
Little |
| Amateur Terrain |
Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Some |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
Bend, OR |
| Gasoline |
Bend, OR |
| Diesel |
Bend, OR |
| Water |
Bend, OR |
| RV Hookup |
Bend, OR |
| RV Disposal |
Bend, OR |
| Campground |
Bend, OR |
| Conv Store |
Bend, OR |
| Swim Area |
Bend, OR |
| Water Body |
Bend, OR |
| Boat Ramp |
Bend, OR |
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