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Timber Ridge Ranch and Winery

Friday, February 7, 2025

Trail Map

Other Names

Crash Canyon

Last Known Status

Open (Open To Members Only)

This membership-based campground features about 300 miles of scenic trails that wind through a mixed hardwood forest. Obstacles range from mud bogs, deep water holes and hill climbs for all skill levels.

Various events are hosted throughout the year and range from poker runs, 4th of July Cornhole tournament and a haunted trail ride.

Those interested in riding the trails must lease a campground site, and details can be obtained by contacting the land owners.

Trail Map... Nearby ATV Trails...

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	stay on trail
Alcohol	Some Areas	Only allowed at campsite
Rule Enforcement	Some	On-Site Office/Station

TERRAIN

Approx Size	1,000 acres (2 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail	300
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	Yes ($0.00) Contact ranch for membership fees and details.
Riding	Yes ($0.00) Contact ranch for membership fees and details.
Camping	Yes Tent: $0.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
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

Trail Map

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.