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Talsmas Trail Park

Sunday, February 18, 2024

Trail Map

Other Names

Trail's End Ranch, Missouri River, Talsma's ATV And Horse Trail Park

Last Known Status

Open

Open during weekends and by appointment during weekdays (weather permitting), this park is located on a Hereford cattle ranch and offers miles of multiple-use trails that wind through beautiful grasslands and numerous scenic views of the Missouri River.

Camping is available (reservations required) but sites are limited. Both electric and non-electric sites are available and there are several vault toilets and a water hydrant in the parking area but no other amenities.

Please note that the park currently accepts cash only. Call first before heading out.

Trail Map... Nearby ATV Trails...

REGULATIONS

Permit Required	No	Must sign waiver of liability
Dates Open	Weekends 9am-dusk. Weekday riding by appointment only.
Spark Arrestor	Recommended	A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is recommended.
Noise Limit
Whip Flags	Not Required
Maximum Vehicle Width	Yes (80 inches)	has entrance gate or posts
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	Yes	helmets required for anyone under 18, goggles required
Camping	Some Areas	(camp in developed sites only) reservations required
Campfires	Prohibited
Night Riding	Unknown
Trail Blazing	Prohibited	vehicles must stay on trail
Alcohol	Prohibited
Rule Enforcement	Some	On-Site Office/Station This park is family safe.
Comment	No dogs, stallions or littering. Horses age six and older only. All riders under 18 must be with parent. ATV operators must be 12 years or older (12-16, age on appropriate machine only) with helmet and goggles required. No rentals available.

TERRAIN

Approx Size	300 acres
Climate Type	Plains
Elevation	1300 to 1400 ft.
Trail Maintenance	Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose Dirt	Mostly
Hard Pack	Some
Sand	Little
Mud	Some
Dust	Little
Rocks	Little
Trees	Many
Steep Hills	Few
Small Jumps	None
Large Jumps	None
Berms	Some
Sand/Gravel Pits	None
Intersections	Some
Shade	Some
Ranges/Gunfire	None
Hazards	Few	(hazards are marked)
Novice	Some
Amateur	Mostly
Expert	Little

TYPE OF AREA

Area	Motorized Trails

Land	Privately Owned / Commercial

GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline	5-20 Miles (E)	Casey's General Store (605) 369-2421
Diesel	5-20 Miles (E)	Casey's General Store (605) 369-2421
Water	On Site
RV Hookup	5-20 Miles (E)	Springfield Recreation Area Campground (605) 668-2985
RV Disposal	5-20 Miles (E)	Springfield Recreation Area Campground (605) 668-2985
Campground	On Site	limited sites available, call for reservations
Conv Store	5-20 Miles (E)	Casey's General Store (605) 369-2421

FEES & PASSES

Parking	(None)
Entry	(None)
Riding	Yes ($40.00 per OHV) UTVs - $50/machine. Annual Usage Fee - $25/OHV
Camping	Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $20.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 electric sites - $20/night, non-electric - $10/night
Comment	Horses $20/each, mountain bikes - $10/each

RATINGS

Our Rating	Good
Recommended Stay	1-2 Days
Comments	(Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments)

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest City

Avon, SD

Address

40401 313th Street, Avon, SD 57315

Trail Map

From: Avon, SD
1) Take 407th Avenue South about 10 miles
2) Turn right (west) on 312th Street, continue 3 miles
3) Turn left (south) on 404th Avenue, continue about 1 mile
4) Park entrance is on the right (west).