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North Fruita Desert Recreation Area
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | North Fruita OHV Area, Book Cliffs, Layton Wash, Coal Gulch, Edge Loop, Ross Ridge, Hunter Canyon, Eighteen Road Campground, Chutes, Frontside, Joe's Ridge, Zippity |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This large open area offers around 250 miles of designated trails. The terrain is mostly dry with scattered scrubrush and rocky sections. There is also a 400 acre open play area located at the southern part of the property.
Dispersed camping is permitted throughout the area however North Fruita Desert Campground offers 35 sites, each with a picnic table, fire ring, paved parking, vault toilets and direct access to a popular mountain bike trail system. Water is not available and shade is limited so come prepared.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Colorado OHV Sticker |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | Colorado Non-Resident OHV permit required. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | (1998/older limit 99 dB, 1998/newer limit 96 dB) |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Some Areas | permitted on designated trails |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Some Areas | permitted on designated trails |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep vehicle on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | BLM |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $10.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $10.00 North Fruita Desert Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Grand Junction, CO | ||
| From: Grand Junction, CO
1) Take I-70 West to Exit 19 2) Turn right (north) onto Cherry Street, continue .2 miles 3) Turn right (east) onto Aspen Ave, proceed through roundabout then turn left (north) on Maple Street, continue about 3 miles 4) Turn right (east) onto N.3 Road, continue .5 miles 5) Turn left (north) onto 18 Road, continue about 7 miles. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Grand Junction Field Office 2815 H Road Grand Junction, CO 81506 (970) 244-3000 www.blm.gov |
| Contact Info | Colorado State Parks - Registration Unit 13787 South Highway 85 Littleton, CO 80125 (303) 791-1920 dnr.ivrsparks@state.co.us www.cpwshop.com |
North Fruita Desert Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/7/2013 (Thanks!)
North Fruita Desert Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/7/2013 (Thanks!)
North Fruita Desert Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 5/2/2015 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 72,000 acres (112 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 250 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 5000 to 6000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand |  Some | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  Few | |
| Steep Hills |  Many | |
| Water Crossings |  None | |
| Small Jumps | Many | |
| Large Jumps | Few | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Few | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Conoco (970) 858-8006 |
| Diesel | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Conoco (970) 858-8006 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Highline Lake State Park Campground (970) 858-7208 |
 RV Hookup | 20-30 Miles (S) | Monument RV Park (970) 858-4405 |
 RV Disposal | 20-30 Miles (S) | Monument RV Park (970) 858-4405 |
| Campground | On Site | North Fruita Desert Campground (970) 244-3000 |
 Conv Store | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Conoco (970) 858-8006 |
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