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Big Dog OHV Route
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
| Other Names | Daniel Boone National Forest, Big Dog Branch, Cabin Hollow, Rockcastle River, Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail, Pond Ridge Rd., Big Dog OHV Route #100, London Ranger District |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This 2.7 mile long multiple use trail consists of old logging roads that follow a creek. The trail is open to ATVs less than 50" wide and motorcycles. The trail is part of the Daniel Boone National Forest - London Ranger District, and is open year round. There are no trail fees but an OHV permit is required.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| 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 (50 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep vehicle on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | London, KY | ||
| From: London, KY
1) Take SR-192 west (Somerset Road) about 6 miles 2) Turn right on FS-56 (Line Creek Road), continue 4.7 miles 3) Veer left at fork on FS-119 (The Narrows Road), continue 3.2 miles 4) Veer right at fork on FS-457 (Pond Ridge Road), continue about .5 miles. 5) Staging area is on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Daniel Boone National Forest - London Ranger District 761 S. Laurel Road London, KY 40744 (606) 864-4163 mailroom_r8_danielboone@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,280 acres (2 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 3 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1000 to 1200 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert |  Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | London, KY | |
| Diesel | London, KY | |
 Water | London, KY | |
 RV Hookup | London, KY | |
 RV Disposal | London, KY | |
| Campground | London, KY | |
 Conv Store | London, KY |
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