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Railroad Buttes
Sunday, February 18, 2024
| Other Names | Buffalo Gap National Grasslands, Fall River Ranger District, Rail Road Buttes, Farmingdale, Rapid Creek, Creston Road, Spring Creek, Railroad Buttes, Cheyenne River |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This large open area offers miles of trails, play areas with plenty of hill climbs, makeshift motocross tracks and beautiful views of the surrounding hills and grasslands.
Most of the terrain is hardpacked and smooth but can get a bit dusty during dry weather. There are some rugged hillclimbs for those looking for a challenge, and some singletrack can be found at the top of the hillclimbs which follow the ridgetops.
The staging area offers plenty of space for large RVs and trailers and primitive camping is permitted. There is no charge to ride or camp but there is no shade or water so bring your own.
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 | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Some Areas | |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, MX Track |
| Land | National Forest |
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Farmingdale, SD | ||
| Address | Farmingdale-Folsom Road, Caputa, SD 57725 | ||
| From: Rapid City, SD
1) Take SR-44 East about 21 miles 2) Turn right (south) onto 160th Ave/Farmingdale-Folson Road, continue about 3.5 miles 3) Staging area is on the right (west). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Buffalo Gap National Grassland - Fall River Ranger District 1801 Highway 18 Truck Bypass Hot Springs, SD 57747 (605) 745-4107 nnf_info@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
Railroad Buttes OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 11/2/2016 (Thanks!)
Railroad Buttes OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 11/2/2016 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,745 acres (3 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 50 | |
| Climate Type | Plains | |
| Elevation | 2700 to 3200 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Little | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  Few | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings |  None | |
| Small Jumps |  Many | |
| Large Jumps | Some | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Some | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) Beware of cliffs. |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (N) | Country Corner (605) 393-8094 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (N) | Country Corner (605) 393-8094 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Heartland RV Park & Cabins (605) 255-5460 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Heartland RV Park & Cabins (605) 255-5460 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Heartland RV Park & Cabins (605) 255-5460 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Heartland RV Park & Cabins (605) 255-5460 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (N) | Country Corner (605) 393-8094 |
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