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Coal Mine Road
Thursday, January 4, 2024
| Other Names | Rangeview Lake, Ken's Pond, Coal Mine #5 Lake, Mt. Moffit, Mt. Hayes, Dick's Pond, Donnelly Dome, Paul's Pond, Lake Lake, Backdown Lake, Brodie Lake, Delta River, Granite Mountains, Jarvis Creek |
| Last Known Status | Open |
The Coal Mine Road is a rugged 4x4 trail that goes by eight small lakes and offers excellent mountain views plus decent fishing. The trail is usually not passable until mid summer and large trailers are not recommended.
Cabin rentals are available near Ken’s Pond and Coal Mine #5 Pond. There is no fee charged but reservations are required and must be made at least six months in advance.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | ||
| 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 | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 4x4 & 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 | Prohibited | keep on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | BLM, AK Department of Fish and Game |
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 | Delta Junction, AK | ||
| From: Fairbanks, AK
1) Take the Richardson Hwy South about 100 miles 2) Turn left (east) at Mile Post 242.1 onto gravel road, continue about 1.5 miles 3) Veer right at the fork. Trail starts here. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Glennallen Field Office P.O. Box 147 Glennallen, AK 99588 (907) 822-3217 ak_gfo_generaldelivery@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
| Contact Info | Alaska Department of Fish And Game P.O. Box 605 Delta Junction, AK 99737-0605 (907) 895-4632 www.adfg.alaska.gov |
Coal Mine Road Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/12/2014 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 10,000 acres (16 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 7 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 2400 to 3500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack | Little | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Mostly | |
| Dust | None | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills |  Some | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 30+ Miles (S) | Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151 |
| Diesel | 30+ Miles (S) | Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151 |
 Water | 30+ Miles (S) | Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151 |
 RV Hookup | 30+ Miles (S) | Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151 |
 RV Disposal | 30+ Miles (S) | Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151 |
| Campground | 30+ Miles (S) | Paxson Lake Campground (907) 822-3217 |
 Conv Store | 30+ Miles (S) | Meier's Lake Roadhouse (907) 822-3151 |
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