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Sopiago Springs Resort

Saturday, December 23, 2023

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Other Names

Eldorado National Forest, Gold Note Trails, Elkins Flat Trails, Sopiago Creek

Last Known StatusClosed

This offroad resort at one time was open to both dualsport and dirt riders but is now closed with no plans to reopen. Nearby riding and camping can be found at Gold Note and Elkins Flat.

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REGULATIONS

Permit RequiredYesCA OHMVR stickers required
Dates OpenClosedCA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted year round
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 Width
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesProhibitedCA OHMVR stickers required
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers ATVsProhibitedCA OHMVR stickers required
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSProhibitedCA OHMVR stickers required
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates SUVs & Jeeps (registered)Prohibited
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)		ProhibitedCA OHMVR stickers required
2 Stroke EnginesProhibitedCA OHMVR restrictions apply
MX Helmet RequiredYes
Camping / Overnight RV Parking CampingProhibited
Campfire Restrictions CampfiresProhibited
Night RidingNo
Trail BlazingProhibitedriders must stay on trail
Rule Enforcement
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TERRAIN

Approx Size152 acres
Miles Of Trail5
Climate TypeUrban/man-made
Elevation4100 to 4300 ft.
Trail MaintenanceUnknown
Loose DirtThis OHV area has mostly loose dirt.Mostly
Hard PackThe OHV area has some hard pack terrain.Some
SandThis OHV area has no sandy areas.None
MudThe OHV area has little mud after it rains.Little
DustThe OHV area has some dust on typical days.Some
RocksThis OHV area has some rocks.Some
TreesThe OHV area has almost all trees.All
Steep HillsThis OHV area has few steep hills.Few
Water CrossingsThe OHV area has no water crossings.None
Small JumpsThis OHV area has many small jumps.Many
Large JumpsThis OHV area has few large jumps.Few
BermsThe OHV area has many berms.Many
Sand/Gravel PitsThis private park has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single TrackThis private park has some single track trails.Some
RoadsThis private park has some roads.Some
Rider TrafficThe private park has some rider traffic on typical days.Some
ShadeThis private park has almost all shaded areas.All
HazardsThis OHV area has few hazards.Few(hazards are marked)
Easy Terrain NoviceThis OHV area has some beginner terrain.Some
Moderate Terrain AmateurThis OHV area has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Difficult Terrain ExpertThis OHV area has little expert terrain.Little

TYPE OF AREA

AreaMotorized Trails, MX Track
LandPrivately Owned / Commercial

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline Gasoline5-20 Miles (SE)Cooks Station (209) 295-7900
Diesel Diesel30+ Miles (N)Crystal View Station (530) 644-3490
Potable Water WaterOn Site
RV Hookups RV Hookup5-20 Miles (SW)Pine Acres RV Park (209) 296-4650
RV Dump Station RV DisposalOn Site
Primitive Camping CampgroundOn Site
Convenience Store Conv Store5-20 Miles (SE)Cooks Station (209) 295-7900

FEES & PASSES

Parking(None)
Entry(None)
RidingYes ($15.00 per rider)
CampingYes
Tent: $10.00
RV: $10.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00

RATINGS

Our RatingRatingVery Good
Recommended Stay1-2 Days
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityPioneer, CA
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Trail MapGo To Trail Map
From: South Lake Tahoe, CA
1) Take Hwy 89 south to Hwy 88 west
2) Continue west on Hwy 88 about 44 miles
3) Turn right (north) on Omo Ranch Road
4) Proceed about .75 miles
5) Turn right on NF-10N83 (North-South Road) continue 1.7 miles
6) Look for Sopiago Springs Resort Sign, enter here.

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Sopiago Springs Resort OHV Area Photo

Sopiago Springs Resort OHV Area

Photo Submitted 5/20/2013 (Thanks!)

Sopiago Springs Resort OHV Area Photo

OHV at Sopiago Springs Resort OHV Area

Photo Submitted 10/29/2012 (Thanks!)

Sopiago Springs Resort OHV Area Photo

Sopiago Springs Resort OHV Area

Photo Submitted 10/29/2012 (Thanks!)

Sopiago Springs Resort OHV Area Photo

OHV at Sopiago Springs Resort OHV Area

Photo Submitted 10/29/2012 (Thanks!)

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