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Thompson Springs
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Book Cliffs, Sego Canyon, Thompson Wash, Renegade Canyon, Blaze Canyon, Ballard RV Park, Sagers Canyon |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This remote area offers miles of easy offroad trails with light to moderate elevation changes. Vegetation ranges from high desert scrub and sage brush to alpine and pine trees as you head up in elevation. The trails go by several interesting landmarks, colorful petroglyphs, sand washes, scenic overlooks, plus and old cemetery and ghost town.
There are several staging options. Those with large RVs or trailers can camp at Ballard RV Park and ride directly to and from the trails. Sego Canyon Day Use Area is just a few miles north which is suitable for compact vehicles or small trailers. Another staging area is located a short distance further north past the day use area on the right (go past the cattle guard).
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | UT OHV Sticker |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | Non-residents must purchase a non-resident OHV permit. |
| 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 | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | BLM |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| 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 | Thompson, UT | ||
| Address | Sego Canyon Road, Thompson, UT 84540 | ||
| From: Green River, UT
1) Take I-70 east to exit 187 2) Turn left (north) off the exit ramp onto Main Street, continue .8 miles 3) Turn right (east) onto Ballard RV Park, park and camp here. For Sego Canyon Day Use Parking Area: 4) Continue straight (north) past Ballard RV Park 3.5 miles 5) Staging area is on the left (west). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Green River District 170 South 500 East Vernal, UT 84078 (435) 781-4400 utvnmail@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
| Contact Info | Ballard RV Park 100 South Main Street Thompson, UT 84540 (435) 285-4924 |
| Comment | ATV rentals and guided tours available, call for rates. |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 10 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 5600 to 6000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Some | |
| Mud | None | |
| Dust |  Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Few | |
| Steep Hills | None | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Mostly | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Little | |
 Expert | None |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (S) | Shell (435) 285-2230 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (S) | Shell (435) 285-2230 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (S) | Ballard RV Park (435) 285-4924 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (S) | Ballard RV Park (435) 285-4924 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (S) | Ballard RV Park (435) 285-4924 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (S) | Ballard RV Park (435) 285-4924 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (S) | Shell (435) 285-2230 |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS