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Saturday, December 16, 2017
Alt Names | Missouri River, Little Rice Campground |
Last Known Status | Open |
This multiple use trail is actually an old railroad bed that winds alongside the Missouri River. The terrain is mostly gravel with a handful of water crossings but can get very muddy after a heavy rain or during spring thaw. The areaw is open year-round but the best time to visit is during the summer and fall months.
The main trailhead is located at the Fort Rice Campground, which has ten campsites, each with electric and water hookups. Other amenities include a boat ramp and fish cleaning station. There is no fee charged to ride the trail but all machines must have a current North Dakota Trail Access Permit.
Nearest City | Mandan, ND | |||
Address | Mandan, ND 58554 | |||
| From: Bismarck, ND
1) Take ND-1806 south about 33 miles 2) Look for signage on the left (east) for Little Rice Campground, enter here. |
Area | Trail |
Land | State Recreation |
Our Rating | ![]() |
Recommended Stay | Half Day |
Comments | (Scroll Down For Visitor Reviews & Comments) |
Permit Required | Yes | North Dakota Trail Access Permit |
Dates Open | Year-Round | |
Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
Noise Limit | ||
Whip Flags | Not Required | |
Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (55 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
![]() | Permitted | |
![]() | Permitted | (maximum width 55 inches) |
![]() | Permitted | (maximum width 55 inches) |
![]() | Prohibited | |
Dune Buggy/Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
Two Strokes / 2 Cycle Engines | No Restriction | |
Bicycles | No Restriction | |
Hiking | No Restriction | |
Horseback | No Restriction | |
![]() | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
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Night Riding | Unknown | |
Cross Country | Prohibited | no trailblazing |
Emergency / Law Enforcement | ||
Insurance | *Disclaimer: RiderPlanet strongly recommends that all riders obtain medical insurance and buy motorcycle insurance or ATV insurance before visiting any of the locations depicted on this website. |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | (None) |
Riding | (None) |
Camping | Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $20.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Little Rice Campground Fee |
Contact Info | North Dakota Parks And Recreation 1600 E. Century Ave Suite 3 Bismarck, ND 58506-5594 (701) 328-5357 parkrec@nd.gov www.parkrec.nd.gov |
Contact Info | Fort Rice Recreation Area 210 2nd Ave NW Mandan, ND 58554 (701) 667-3363 tim.nilsen@mortonnd.org www.co.morton.nd.us |
Contact Info | North Dakota Parks And Recreation Department 1600 East Century Ave. Suite 3 Bismark, ND 58503 (701) 328-5357 parcrec@nd.gov www.parkrec.nd.gov |
Comment | North Dakota Trail Permit Info |
Miles Of Trail | 16 | |
Climate Type | Plains | |
Elevation | 1640 to 1700 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
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Trees | ![]() | |
Steep Hills | ![]() | |
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Sand/Gravel Pits | ![]() | |
Single Track | ![]() | |
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Shade | ![]() | |
Hazards | ![]() | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
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