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Timber Ridge Ranch and Winery
Friday, June 24, 2022
| Other Names | Crash Canyon |
| Last Known Status | Open (Open To Members Only) |
This large area has miles of scenic trails that wind through a beautiful forest, mud bogs, deep water holes and steep hill climbs to explore. Camping is permitted and a winery and swimming hole is also available. Membership is required to ride on the trails which can be obtained by contacting the land owners.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Must have trail permit |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Spark Arrestor | Recommended | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is recommended. |
| Noise Limit | No | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | No Restriction | |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
| Alcohol | Some Areas | Only allowed at campsite |
| Rule Enforcement | Some | On-Site Office/Station |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 3,000 acres (5 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 100 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1100 to 1300 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Little | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |  None | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Intersections |  Many | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Shade | Many | |
| 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 | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Bells Kwik Stop/Mapleton (712) 882-1012 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Caseys General Store/Mapleton (712) 882-1125 |
 Water | On Site | |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SW) | On-Ur-Wa RV Park/Onawa (712) 423-1387 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SW) | On-Ur-Wa RV Park/Onawa (712) 423-1387 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Onwa/Blue Lake KOA/Onawa (712) 423-1633 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Caseys General Store/Mapleton (712) 882-1125 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (Unknown) |
| Entry | (Unknown) |
| Riding | (Unknown) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $10.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $10.00 |
| Comment | Contact ranch for membership fees and details. |
RATINGS
| Pros | miles of scenic trails, overnight camping allowed, onsite swimming pond |
| Cons | must be a member to ride trails |
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Mapleton, IA | ||
| Address | 33453 153 Street, Castana, IA 51034 | ||
| From: Mapleton, IA
1) Take Hwy 175/Front Street south about 1 mile 2) Turn right (west) on 140th Street, continue 3.4 miles 3) Turn left (south) on CR-L20/Peach Avenue, continue 1.3 miles 4) Turn right (west) on 153rd Street, continue .1 mile to ranch. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Timber Ridge Ranch And Winery 33453 153rd Street Castana, IA 51010 (712) 353-6600 timberridgeiowa@yahoo.com www.timberridgeiowa.com |
Timber Ridge Trail Photo
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Timber Ridge Trail Photo
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Timber Ridge Trail Photo
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Timber Ridge Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 1/23/2013 (Thanks!)
Timber Ridge Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 1/23/2013 (Thanks!)
Timber Ridge Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 1/23/2013 (Thanks!)
Timber Ridge Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 2/23/2012 (Thanks!)
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