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The River ATV Park
Saturday, May 10, 2025
| Other Names | South Hutchinson, Arkansas River ATV Park, South Hutchinson OHV Area |
| Last Known Status | Closed |
Located on the banks of the Arkansas River between the Frank Hart Crossing Bridge and Hwy 50 Bridge, this small area had several miles of sandy trails, a few play areas, scattered shallow water crossings and some tight woods trails but is now closed to offroad use. The property is regularly patrolled by local law enforcement.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Closed | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
| Noise Limit | No | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 16 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Rule Enforcement | Some | Dedicated Rangers/Officers Armed OfficersATV/Saddle Mounted Patrol |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 450 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 5 | |
| Climate Type | Plains | |
| Elevation | 1520 to 1530 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack | Little | |
| Sand |  Mostly | |
| Mud |  None | |
| Dust | None | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Some | |
| Steep Hills | None | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Few | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | None |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | City Land |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Kwik Stop (620) 663-1014 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Kwik Stop (620) 663-1014 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (SE) | River Creek Campground (620) 662-7572 or (620) 669-8921 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (SE) | River Creek Campground (620) 662-7572 or (620) 669-8921 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (SE) | River Creek Campground (620) 662-7572 or (620) 669-8921 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (SE) | River Creek Campground (620) 662-7572 or (620) 669-8921 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Kwik Stop (620) 663-1014 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | South Hutchinson, KS | ||
| Address | E 6th Avenue, South Hutchinson, KS 67505 | ||
| From: Wichita, KS
1) Take SR-96 north toward South Hutchinson about 40 miles 2) Turn right (east) on 6th Ave, continue .3 miles 3) Park entrance is located at intersection of E 6th Ave. and N. Elm Street. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
The River ATV Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2012 (Thanks!)
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