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Georgetown

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Other Names

Rock Creek OHV, Mace Mill Road, Balderson Road, Eldorado National Forest

Last Known StatusVariable Schedule  (Depends on daily conditions. Call (530) 333-4312 x 2 for recorded message.)

This part of the Eldorado National Forest offers over 140 miles of narrow and twisty single track trails with some cool bridges and winding brush tunnels. Most of the trails are marked and rated and many form long, interconnecting loops.

The Mace Mill staging area offers room for primitive camping but there are no amenities except for a vault toilet and information kiosk with a box of maps. There are two other staging areas to choose from (Bald Mountain and Five Corners) but beginners or first time visitors should stage at Five Corners since the trails are generally more novice friendly.

Although the area has some great trails, it is heavily managed and has some unpredictable closure periods so always call first before heading out.

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REGULATIONS

Permit RequiredYesCA OHMVR stickers required
Dates OpenAlways call first, frequent closures. Southern Trails Crossier Loop Critical Deer Winter Range seasonally close 11/10-5/1.CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted year round
Other ATV Stickers AcceptedYesResidents of any state not listed must purchase a Nonresident OHV Use Permit. (AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, IA, ID, IN, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI, WY)
Spark ArrestorYesA spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise LimitYes (96 dB)CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB)
Whip FlagsNot Required
Maximum Vehicle WidthYes (50 inches)has entrance gate or posts
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesPermittedCA OHMVR stickers required
most trails are single track only
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers ATVsSome AreasCA OHMVR stickers required
(maximum width 50 inches)
permitted on designated trails
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSSome AreasCA OHMVR stickers required
(maximum width 50 inches)
permitted on designated trails
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates SUVs & Jeeps (registered)Some AreasNot Recommended
permitted on designated forest service roads
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)
Some AreasCA OHMVR stickers required
(maximum width 50 inches)
permitted on designated forest service roads
2 Stroke EnginesCertain TimesCA OHMVR restrictions apply
MX Helmet RequiredYeshelmets required by state law
Camping / Overnight RV Parking CampingSome Areas(camp in developed sites only)
Campfire Restrictions CampfiresSome Areas(permitted in developed campsites only)
Night RidingYesNot Recommended
Trail BlazingProhibitedstay on the trail
AlcoholNo Restriction
Rule EnforcementNone
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TERRAIN

Approx Size23,600 acres (37 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail140
Climate TypeForest
Elevation2750 to 4250 ft.
Trail MaintenanceNot Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained
Loose DirtThis trail has some loose dirt.Some
Hard PackThe trail has mostly hard pack terrain.Mostly
SandThis trail has no sandy areas.None
MudThe trail has some mud after it rains.Some
DustThe trail has some dust on typical days.Some
RocksThis trail has some rocks.Some
TreesThe trail has almost all trees.All
Steep HillsThis trail has few steep hills.Few
Water CrossingsThe trail has no water crossings.Nonewater crossings are bridged
Small JumpsThis trail has few small jumps.Few
Large JumpsThis trail has no large jumps.None
BermsThe trail has many berms.Many
Sand/Gravel PitsThis national forest has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single TrackThis national forest has many single track trails.Many
RoadsThis national forest has few roads.Few
IntersectionsThis trail has few intersections.Few
Rider TrafficThe national forest has some rider traffic on typical days.Some
ShadeThis national forest has almost all shaded areas.All
Ranges/GunfireThis national forest has no shooting ranges or gunfire.None
HazardsThis trail has few hazards.Few(hazards are marked)
Easy Terrain NoviceThis trail has some beginner terrain.Some
Moderate Terrain AmateurThis trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Difficult Terrain ExpertThis trail has little expert terrain.Little
Commentcinder blocks are used to fill in ruts

TYPE OF AREA

AreaMotorized Trails
LandNational Forest

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline Gasoline5-20 Miles (W)Georgetown Gas N Go (530) 333-1586
Diesel Diesel5-20 Miles (W)Georgetown Gas N Go (530) 333-1586
Potable Water Water1-5 Miles (NE)Chiquita Camp Campground (530) 333-4673
RV Hookups RV Hookup1-5 Miles (NE)Chiquita Camp Campground (530) 333-4673
RV Dump Station RV Disposal1-5 Miles (NE)Chiquita Camp Campground (530) 333-4673
Primitive Camping Campground5-20 Miles (E)Stumpy Meadows Campground (530) 333-4312
Convenience Store Conv Store5-20 Miles (W)Georgetown Gas N Go (530) 333-1586

FEES & PASSES

Parking(None)
Entry(None)
Riding(None)
Camping(None)

RATINGS

Prosmostly single track, loops are fairly easy and fun, nice woods scenery, many motorycle-only trails
Conssomewhat dry, no services, primitive campsites, frequent  or unpredictable closures
Our RatingRatingVery Good
Recommended Stay1-2 Days
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityGeorgetown, CA
AddressMace Mill Road, Georgetown, CA 95634
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Trail MapGo To Trail Map
From: Auburn, CA
1) Take Hwy 49 E to Hwy 193 E (approx 6.5 miles)
2) Turn left (east) onto Hwy 193, continue 12 miles
3) Turn left (north) onto Wentworth Springs Road/Main Street, continue 6.2 miles
4) Turn right (south) onto Balderston Road, continue about 1 mile (*Note: go past the first Balderston Road and take the second one)
5) Turn left onto Mace Mill Road, continue 1.2 miles toward Mace Mill Staging Area.

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact InfoEldorado National Forest - Georgetown Ranger District
7600 Wentworth Springs Road
Georgetown, CA 95634
(530) 333-4312
mailroom_r5_eldorado@fs.fed.us
www.fs.usda.gov
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