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Locust Stake OHV Trail System
Sunday, October 27, 2024
| Other Names | Locust Stake ATV Area, Chattahoochee National Forest, North Fork Broad River, Chattooga Ranger District |
| Last Known Status | Temporarily Closed |
This area has about 10 miles of two-way traffic trail loops that are open to machines that are 48 inches or less in width. Trails are marked and there are a few bridge crossings. Most of the trails have a "moderate" difficulty rating and can be dusty during dry weather.
The staging area has limited parking. There is an unloading ramp, but no other services. Overnight parking is not permitted and the trails are only open for riding during daylight hours. The trails may close on short notice during wet weather conditions, so check with the ranger station before heading out.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | OHV Trail Permit |
| Dates Open | March 16 - December 31 | |
| 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 | Yes (48 inches) | has entrance gate and narrow terrain |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | (maximum width 48 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | riding hours sunrise to sunset |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trails |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($5.00 per rider) |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Annual Pass - $50/rider. Pass can be purchased at any Chattahoochee - Oconee National Forest ranger station. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Toccoa, GA | ||
| Address | Locust Stake Road, Toccoa, GA 30577 | ||
| From: Toccoa, GA
1) Take US-123 (SR-13) South 3.4 miles 2) Turn right on US-123 (SR-17), continue 4.4 miles 3) Turn right on Rock Road, continue about 150 feet 4) Veer right at fork on Locust Stake Road, continue about 2 miles. 5) Staging area will be on the right. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Chattahoochee National Forest - Chattooga Ranger District 809 Highway 441 South Clayton, GA 30525 (706) 754-6221 mailroom_r8_chattahoochee@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Comment | Extension 134 |
Locust Stake Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/25/2011 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,280 acres (2 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 10 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1000 to 1500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (E) | South Broad Exxon Food Mart (706) 886-7834 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (E) | South Broad Exxon Food Mart (706) 886-7834 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (E) | Toccoa RV Park & Campground (706) 886-2654 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (E) | Toccoa RV Park & Campground (706) 886-2654 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (E) | Toccoa RV Park & Campground (706) 886-2654 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Lake Russell Recreation Area (706) 754-6221 or (706) 490-1246 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (E) | South Broad Exxon Food Mart (706) 886-7834 |
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