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Jerseydale
Monday, June 03, 2019
| Alt Names | Sierra National Forest, Bass Lake Ranger District, Crowsfoot, Crow Peak, Devil Peak |
| Last Known Status | Temporarily Closed (due to 2018 Ferguson fire damage) |
This part of the Sequoia National Forest offers miles of old logging and fire roads to explore. The terrain is moderately challenging making this a good place to bring the quads or UTVs.
Camping with direct trail access can be found at the Jerseydale Campground, which has 10 sites, each with a picnic table and BBQ grill. There is no fee charged for camping but sites are on a first come, first service basis. Amenities include a vault toilet and potable water.
***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (June 2019)
* Campground Closure
The Jerseydale Campground is currently closed as of April 2019. The campground will reopen when logging and maintenance/repairs has been completed. For current conditions call (559) 877-2218.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Mariposa, CA | |||
| From: Merced, CA
1) Take CA-140 E about 35 miles 2) Turn right onto CA-149 S, continue 5.3 miles 3) Turn left (north) onto Darrah Road, continue about 5 miles 4) Turn slight left onto Jerseydale Road, continue 2.3 miles 5) Campground entrance is on the left (west). |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Trail |
| Land | National Forest |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Visitor Reviews & Comments) |
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | CA OHMVR stickers required |
| Dates Open | March 1 - January 15 | CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted year round |
| Reciprocity Offered | Yes | Residents 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 Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB) |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 ATVs | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 UTVs / SXS | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 SUVs / Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy/Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
| Two Strokes / 2 Cycle Engines | No Restriction | CA OHMVR restrictions apply |
| Helmets Required | Yes | helmets required by state law |
| Bicycles | No Restriction | |
| Hiking | No Restriction | |
| Horseback | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Cross Country | Prohibited | stay on the trail |
| Fireworks | Prohibited | |
| Emergency / Law Enforcement | ||
| Insurance | *Disclaimer: Be Safe! RiderPlanet recommends insurance for all riders and visitors to the destinations depicted on this website. | |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Sierra National Forest - Bass Lake Ranger District 57003 Road 225 North Fork, CA 93643 (559) 877-2218 mailroom_r5_sierra@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
Jerseydale Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/12/2016 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 50 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 3600 to 4500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Mostly | |
| Shade |  Some | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 First Aid | 5-20 Miles (SW) | John C Fremont Healthcare District (209) 966-3631 |
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (S) | Triangle Market and Mini Storage (209) 742-7354 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Bootjack Market and Deli (209) 966-4555 |
 Water | On Site | |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (W) | Yosemite West Mariposa KOA (209) 966-2201 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (W) | Yosemite West Mariposa KOA (209) 966-2201 |
| Campground | On Site | Jerseydale Campground (559) 877-2218 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (S) | Triangle Market and Mini Storage (209) 742-7354 |
 Swim Area | Mariposa, CA | |
 Water Body | On Site | |
 Boat Ramp | 20-30 Miles (NW) | Lake McClure Bagby Recreation Area (209) 378-2521 |
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