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Hillbillie Ranch

Friday, April 28, 2023

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Other Names

Hillbilly Ranch, Otter Creek

Last Known Status

Open

This off-road park caters to 4x4s and UTVs but all vehicle types are welcomed. The property offers about 40 miles of muddy and rugged woods trails, an obstacle course, mud drags, play pits, deep and shallow stream crossings plus rolling hills to keep riders interested.

The park has over 35 campsites with some electric and water hookups. Reservations are recommended, especially during special event weekends. The park offers plenty of space for parking, chem toilets and hot showers. Membership is not required but perks include discounts on camping during regular weekends.

Food and merchant vendors, live music and mud bog events are hosted during select weekends. Regular and holiday weekends are busy, so call for current rates and availability.

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REGULATIONS

Permit Required	No
Dates Open	call for schedule
Spark Arrestor	No	A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended.
Noise Limit	No
Whip Flags	Yes (96 inches)	Whip Flags Required For Safety
Maximum Vehicle Width	No Restriction
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes	Certain Times	not permitted during special event weekends
ATVs	Permitted
UTV & SXS	Permitted
SUVs & Jeeps (registered)	Permitted
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered)	Permitted
2 Stroke Engines	No Restriction
MX Helmet Required	Yes	helmets required for dirt bikes, ATVand UTV riders
Camping	Some Areas	(camp in developed sites only)
Campfires
Night Riding	Unknown
Rule Enforcement	Yes	Dedicated Rangers/Officers On-Site Office/Station Gate Inspection

TERRAIN

Approx Size	1,000 acres (2 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail	40
Climate Type	Forest
Elevation	560 to 580 ft.
Trail Maintenance	Unknown
Loose Dirt	Little
Hard Pack	Some
Sand	None
Mud	Mostly
Dust	Little
Rocks	Little
Trees	Many
Steep Hills	Few
Water Crossings	Some
Small Jumps	Many
Large Jumps	Few
Berms	Few
Sand/Gravel Pits	Few
Single Track	Few
Roads	Few
Shade	Some
Hazards	Few	(hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Novice	Some
Amateur	Mostly
Expert	Little

TYPE OF AREA

Area	Motorized Trails

Land	Privately Owned / Commercial

GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline	1-5 Miles (NE)	Moto Mart (618) 494-6066
Diesel	1-5 Miles (NE)	Moto Mart (618) 494-6066
Water	Jerseyville, MO
RV Hookup	20-30 Miles (S)	St. Louis KOA (618) 931-5160
RV Disposal	20-30 Miles (S)	St. Louis KOA (618) 931-5160
Campground	On Site
Conv Store	1-5 Miles (NE)	Moto Mart (618) 494-6066

FEES & PASSES

Parking	(None)
Entry	(None)
Riding	Yes ($20.00 per rider) kids 12 and under - free
Camping	Yes Tent: $25.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 regular weekend primitive camp fee - $25
Comment	Riding and camping fees may be different during scheduled special event weekends - call for current rates.

RATINGS

Our Rating	Good
Recommended Stay	Full Day
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest City

Jerseyville, MO

Address

20491 Otterville Road, Jerseyville, IL 62052

Trail Map

From: St. Louis, MO
1) Take I-70 East to Exit 10
2) Merge onto I-255 north, continue about 20 miles
3) Merge onto US-67 North/Godfrey Road, continue about 5.5 miles
4) Turn left (west) onto McClusky Road, continue 3.3 miles
5) Turn right (north) onto Hamilton Street, continue about 2 miles
6) Park entrance is on the left (west).