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Buffalo Mountain ATV Trail

Wednesday, May 15, 2013
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Alt Names Buffalo Mountain Park, Buffalo Mountain, Cherokee National Forest, Horse Cove Gap Trailhead, Unicoi County, Cherokee Mountain, Pinnacle Mountain, Straight Creek, Sinking Creek, Briar Creek, Trail #29
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION

Buffalo Mountain ATV Trail (not to be confused with the Buffalo Mountain ATV Trail System in West Virginia) is located in the northern section of the Cherokee National Forest and is the only trail in this forest that is open to ATVs. The trail is about 12 miles long and starts off with a steep climb from the staging area. Trail is not recommended for beginner riders due to rocky sections, roots, tree stumps and steep climbs.

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LOCATION
Nearest City Johnson City, TN
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 From: Johnson City, TN
1) Take US-19W to exit 24
2) Turn left (west) off the exit ramp onto University Pkwy/SR-67, continue .9 miles
3) Turn left (south) on Cherokee Road, continue 2 miles
4) Turn left (south-east) on Lone Oak Road, continue .6 miles
5) Road name changes to Dry Creek Road, continue 2.8 miles
6) Staging area is on the left (east).
TYPE OF AREA
Area Trail
Land National Forest
QUALITY
Rating Rating    Good    
Recommended Stay Full Day
TERRAIN
Miles Of Trail 12
Climate Type Forest
Elevation 2400 to 3000 ft.
Trail Maintenance Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose Dirt This trail has little loose dirt.Little
Hard Pack The trail has mostly hard pack terrain.Mostly
Sand This trail has little sandy areas.Little
Mud The trail has some mud after it rains.Some
Dust The trail has some dust on typical days.Some
Rocks This trail has mostly rocks.Mostly
Trees The trail has almost all trees.All
Steep Hills This trail has some steep hills.Some
Small Jumps This trail has no small jumps.None
Large Jumps This trail has no large jumps.None
Berms The trail has few berms.Few
Sand/Gravel Pits This national forest has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This national forest has no single track trails.None
Hazards This trail has few hazards.Few (hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Easy Terrain Novice This trail has some beginner terrain.Some
Moderate Terrain Amateur This trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Difficult Terrain Expert This trail has some expert terrain.Some
REGULATIONS
Permit Required No
Dates Open March - January
Spark Arrestor Yes A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise Limit Yes (96 dB)
Night Riding No riding hours sunrise to sunset
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs No Restriction
UTVs Prohibited maximum with 50"
4x4s (registered) Prohibited
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies Prohibited
Bicycles No Restriction
Hiking No Restriction
Horseback No Restriction
Camping Prohibited
Campfires
Law Enforcement
Insurance *Disclaimer: RiderPlanet recommends that all riders obtain motorcycle insurance or ATV / UTV insurance before visiting any of the locations depicted.
FEES
Parking ($0.00)
Entry Yes ($5.00 per vehicle)
Riding No ($0.00)
Camping No ($0.00)
KEY SERVICES
First Aid First Aid 5-20 Miles (N) Johnson City Medical Center (423) 431-6111
Gasoline Gasoline 5-20 Miles (NE) Shell (423) 928-6273
Diesel Diesel 5-20 Miles (NE) Shell (423) 928-6273
Potable Water Water 5-20 Miles (SE) Rock Creek Recreation Area Campground (423) 638-4109
RV Hookups RV Hookup 5-20 Miles (SE) Nolichucky Gorge Campground (423) 743-8876
RV Dump Station RV Disposal 5-20 Miles (SE) Rock Creek Recreation Area Campground (423) 638-4109
Primitive Camping Campground 5-20 Miles (SE) Rock Creek Recreation Area Campground (423) 638-4109
Convenience Store Conv Store 5-20 Miles (NE) Shell (423) 928-6273
Swimming Swim Area 5-20 Miles (SE) Rock Creek Recreation Area Campground (423) 638-4109
Body of Water Water Body On Site Straight Creek, Briar Creek
Boating Launch Boat Ramp 5-20 Miles (NE) Winged Deer Park Boat Ramp (423) 283-5815
CONTACTS
Contact Info Cherokee National Forest - Unaka Ranger District
4900 Asheville Hwy SR70
Greenville, TN 37743
(423) 638-4109
www.fs.usda.gov
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