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Tackett Creek Trails
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
| Other Names | North Cumberland Wildlife Management Area, North Cumberland WMA, Tackett Creek Unit, Carr Gap Trail Head, Mountain View Campground |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This is the newest addition of the North Cumberland WMA which features 43,000 acres of old mining and logging roads that wind through mountainous terrain. Most of the trails form long scenic loops which takes riders near large boulder formations, abandoned mines, rock gardens, creek crossings and even a few waterfalls.
The trailhead is located behind Pudges Flea Market. Just turn north and follow the dirt road behind the store for about a half mile. The trails are open year-round but during hunting season riders and passengers are required to wear blaze orange vests. Visitors should note that a TWRA Permit is required to ride the Tackett Creek Trails, which can be purchased online prior to entry. Groceries and shopping can be found about 15 miles west near Jacksboro.
Nearby Mountain View Campground is just a couple miles away from Carr Gap Trail Head and features eleven back in RV sites, each with water and electric hookups, fire pit and picnic table (several sites come with sewer). Amenities include a four unit bathhouse with hot showers and flush toilets.
The campground also has a lake house, log cabin and floating house boat for rent just a few miles away at Blue Springs Marina (call for rates and details).
Another option is Tackett Creek ATV Parking and Camping, which is also a short distance away from the trailhead. The area offers plenty of room for parking but camping is primitive and is limited to self contained vehicles. A fee is charged per day but an annual pass is available.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | TWRA Riding Permit (not required for riders under 13) |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | TWRA Riding Permit required. One permit per vehicle, passengers ride free. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (86 dB) | 86dBs measured at 50' from exhaust |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trail |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Blaze orange vests required November through January during hunting season. | |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 43,000 acres (67 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 50 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1200 to 2200 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust |  Little | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | All | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | State Forest, Private |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (E) | BP (423) 869-2469 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (E) | BP (423) 869-2469 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (W) | Mountain View Campground (423) 441-2216 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (W) | Mountain View Campground (423) 441-2216 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (W) | Mountain View Campground (423) 441-2216 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (W) | Mountain View Campground (423) 441-2216 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (E) | BP (423) 869-2469 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($38.00 per OHV) Non-Resident Daily Permit - $38/OHV; Resident Daily Permit - $18 |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $0.00 RV: $65.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Mountain View Campground fee is $65/night (plus tax) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Speedwell, TN | ||
| Address | Carr Gap Road, Speedwell, TN 37870 | ||
| From: Knoxville, TN
For Mountain View Campground: 1) Take I-75 North to Exit 134 2) Turn right (east) onto TN-63E, continue about 25 miles 3) Campground entrance is on the right. For Carr Gap Trail Head: 1) Continue east past Mountain View Campground 2.6 miles 2) Turn left (north) onto Carr Gap Road (look for Pudges Flea Market), continue .6 miles toward trails. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Mountain View Campground 6683 Highway 63 Speedwell, TN 37870 (423) 441-2216 mountainview-campground.business.site |
| Comment | Campground with direct trail access. |
| Contact Info | Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency 440 Hogan Road Nashville, TN 37220 (888) 814-8972 (615) 781-6500 rusty.dunn@tn.gov ask.twra@tn.gov www.tn.gov |
| Comment | TN Riding Permit Info |
| Contact Info | Tackett Creek ATV Parking And Camping 5788 Highway 63 Speedwell, TN 37870 (423) 526-3962 |
| Comment | ATV parking and primitive camping (self contained vehicles only) |
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