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Kerr Dam ORV Area
Saturday, May 10, 2025
| Other Names | Chapel Branch, Lake Hudson, Boatmen, Boatman, Salina, Neosho River, Markham Ferry Dam |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Located on the shores of Lake Hudson, this area offers around 1600 acres of narrow woods trails, mud bogs, a gravel stream and some creek crossings. Most of the trails are smooth, fast and twisty with some moderate elevation changes. The area open year-round but the best time to visit is during the spring and fall months.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | ||
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| 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 | 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 | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,600 acres (2 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 25 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 650 to 675 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Little | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps |  None | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | Grand River Dam Authority |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (N) | |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (N) | |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (N) | Snowdale State Park (918) 434-2651 or (918) 435-8066 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Lake Shores RV Park (918) 434-6542 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (N) | Snowdale State Park (918) 434-2651 or (918) 435-8066 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (N) | Snowdale State Park (918) 434-2651 or (918) 435-8066 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (N) |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (Unknown) |
| 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 | Salina, OK | ||
| From: Pryor Creek, OK
1) Take Hwy 20 East 7.5 miles 2) Just before the Salina bridge turn right (south), continue about 4 miles 3) Park entrance is on the right. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | GRDA - Robert S. Kerr Dam P.O. Box 772 Locust Grove, OK 74352-0772 (918) 479-5249 www.grda.com |
Kerr Dam Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 2/6/2016 (Thanks!)
Kerr Dam Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 2/6/2016 (Thanks!)
Kerr Dam Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 2/6/2016 (Thanks!)
Kerr Dam Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 2/6/2016 (Thanks!)
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