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Eisenhower State Park
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Ironweed OHV Trails |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Located about one hour north of Dallas, Texas, this state park has several miles of woods trails designed for mini ATVs and dirt bikes. A Texas OHV Decal is required and can be purchsed onsite at the ranger station.
The ATV area is located next to Lake Texoma which has several full service campgrounds, a boat launch, hiking and mountain bike trails. Eisenhower Yacht Club has a full service gas dock along with some basic snacks, drinks, picnic and deli items.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | TX OHV Decal |
| Dates Open | Daily 8am to sunset | |
| Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
| Noise Limit | No | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (48 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 48 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | helmets required by state law |
 Camping | Prohibited | camping not permitted in ATV area |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | No | riding permitted 8am to sunset |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep vehicle on trail |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Double riding on ATVs is prohibited unless unit is designed to carry two riders. | |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | State Park |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($5.00 per person) kids 12 and under - Free |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $15.00 RV: $23.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 nightly non-peak rates |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Denison, TX | ||
| From: Dallas, TX
1) Take US-75 North to Exit 70 2) Turn left (west) off the exit ramp onto FM-84, continue 1.6 miles 3) Turn right (north) on Lil Oil Road, continue 1.8 miles 4) Turn left (west) on FM-1310, continue about 1 mile 5) Entrance is on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Eisenhower State Park 50 Park Road 20 Denison, TX 75020 (903) 465-1956 kate.saling@tpwd.texas.gov tpwd.texas.gov |
| Comment | Extension 5 |
| Contact Info | Trey Cooksey (OHV Program Manager) Texas Parks And Wildlife 4200 Smith School Road Austin, TX 78744 (512) 389-8743 trey.cooksey@tpwd.texas.gov tpwd.texas.gov |
| Comment | Texas OHV Decal Info |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 10 acres | |
| Miles Of Trail | 5 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 616 to 767 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Single Track |  None | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert |  Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Exxon (903) 465-2332 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Exxon (903) 465-2332 |
 Water | On Site | Fossil Ridge Campground (903) 465-1956 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (E) | Bois D'Arc Ridge Campground (903) 465-1956 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (E) | Bois D'Arc Ridge Campground (903) 465-1956 |
| Campground | On Site | Fossil Ridge Campground (903) 465-1956 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (E) | Eisenhower Yacht Club (903) 463-3999 |
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