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John's Peak OHV Area
Alt Names Jacksonville, Cane Creek Road, Jackson Creek, Jacksonville Reservoir, Mra, Boise Cascade, Timber Mountain, Johns Peak, John's Peak OHV Area
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION
This system of trails offers over 14,000 acres of motorcycle loops of varying degrees of difficulty. With lots of single track, and very little traffic, this secluded area offers some decent scenery. The trails are not marked, but most trails loop back to the main road. Keep your eye out for hidden log cabins, abandoned mines, old lumbermills, deer, coyote, bears, and cougers.

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LOCATION
Nearest City Jacksonville, OR
Address Jacksonville Reservoir Road,
Jacksonville, OR
GPS Coordinates N 42º 19.144' W 123º 00.076'
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Street Map
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From: Medford, OR

1). Take 238 West to Jacksonville
2). After passing through downtown area, turn right on Jacksonville Reservoir Rd (same intersection as "Pair A Dice Rd", except take the dirt road that runs diagnally)
3). Follow the road (bear right at any forks) about 3 miles to staging/parkling
AREA TYPE
Area Type Trail
Land Type BLM, Private
QUALITY
Pros lots of trails, much single track on narrow stuff, little traffic, secluded, decent scenery
Cons dry & hard in many spots, huge ruts, no signs to lead you to staging area
Rating Rating    Very Good
Recommended Stay Full Day
TERRAIN
Square Miles 22
Miles Of Trail 600
Climate Type Forest
Trail Maintenance Not Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained
Loose Dirt This trail has some loose dirt.Some
Hard Pack The trail has some hard pack terrain.Some
Sand This trail has little sandy areas.Little
Mud The trail has mostly mud after it rains.Mostly lots & lots of ruts - must get muddy there
Dust The trail has little dust on typical days.Little
Rocks This trail has little rocks.Little
Trees The trail has many trees.Many
Steep Hills This trail has some steep hills.Some
Water Crossings The trail has few water crossings.Few
Small Jumps This trail has some small jumps.Some
Large Jumps This trail has few large jumps.Few
Berms The trail has few berms.Few
Sand/Gravel Pits This BLM land has few sand or gravel pits.Few
Single Track This BLM land has many single track trails.Many
Roads This BLM land has few roads.Few
Intersections This trail has few intersections.Few
Rider Traffic The BLM land has few rider traffic on typical days.Few
Shade This BLM land has many shaded areas.Many
Ranges/Gunfire This BLM land has few shooting ranges or gunfire.Few
Hazards This trail has few hazards.Few (hazards not marked)
narrow trails, deep ruts
Novice Terrain This trail has some beginner terrain.Some
Amateur Terrain This trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Expert Terrain This trail has some expert terrain.Some
Comment many deep ruts, narrow trails
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes OSP stickers required
Dates Open closed for fire season (Aug-Oct)
Spark Arrestor Yes
Noise Limit Yes (99 dB) OSP noise limits apply (all vehicles limit 99 dB)
Night Riding Unknown Not Recommended
trails are very narrow and have a lot of ruts
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs No Restriction
4x4s (registered) No Restriction
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies Some Areas OSP stickers required
Bicycles No Restriction
Hiking No Restriction
Horseback No Restriction
Camping No Restriction
Campfires No Restriction
Alcohol No Restriction
Fireworks Some Areas
Firearms Some Areas
Law Enforcement None
FEES
Parking Fee No ($0.00)
Entry Fee No ($0.00)
Riding Fee No ($0.00)
Camping Fee No ($0.00)
primitive camping
KEY SERVICES
First Aid Nearest City hospital
Gasoline NSL
Diesel NSL
Water NSL potable water
RV Hookup NSL Covered Wagon Trailer Park 541-899-1022
RV Disposal NSL Covered Wagon Trailer Park 541-899-1022
Campground On Site primitive onsite camping, nearby: Covered Wagon Trailer Park
Conv Store NSL
Swim Area Jacksonville, OR
Water Body 1-5 Miles (N) Jacks Reservoir
Boat Ramp 5-20 Miles (N) Rogue River
CONTACTS
Contact Info Oregon Motorcycle Riders Association
(503)572-1400
www.omraoffroad.com
Contact Info Motorcycle Riders Association Of Medford, Oregon
P.O. Box 1471
Medford, OR 97501
www.motorcycleridersassociation.org
Contact Info atv.info@state.or.us
GPS POINTS

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

There are a few steep sections, but since most trails form a loop you don't have to go back up the same way.
John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

Most of the single track is very tight and narrow.
John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

Most of the single track is very tight and narrow.
John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

John's Peak OHV Area Trail Photo

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