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Markagunt OHV System
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Dixie National Forest, Cedar City Ranger District, Duck Creek, Strawberry Loop, Strawberry Ridge, Duck Ridge, Sage Valley, Birch Spring Pass, Tommy Creek, Harris Rim, Panguitch Lake, Mammoth Spring, Uinta Flat, Stout Ridge, Yankee Meadow Campground |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This trail system consists of seven designated loops that cater to the ATV and UTV crowd. There are numerous staging areas to choose from and two campgrounds that offer direct trail access - Duck Creek and Yankee Meadow Campground both offers nice shady sites with picnic tables and BBQ rings. Each campground has an adjacent parking corral with direct trail access.
The trails are mostly old forest service roads with light to moderate elevation changes. The terrain is mostly hardpacked with occasional loose chunk rock.
Overall this is an ideal spot for those looking for a long but relaxing camping and easy riding experience.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | UT OHV sticker required |
| 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 (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (62 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 62 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 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 | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on the trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $23.00 RV: $23.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Duck Creek Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | 3-5 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Duck Creek Village, UT | ||
| Address | FR056, Duck Creek Village, UT 84762 | ||
| From: Cedar City, UT
1) Take Hwy 14 East about 27 miles 2) Look for Duck Creek Campground entrance sign on the left, turn here. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Dixie National Forest - Cedar City Ranger District 1789 N Wedgewood Lane Cedar City, UT 84721 (435) 865-3200 mailroom_r4_dixie@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 224,000 acres (350 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 100 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 8600 to 10000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud |  None | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Mostly | |
| Shade |  Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Little | |
 Expert | None |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Duck Creek Village, UT | |
| Diesel | Duck Creek Village, UT | |
 Water | On Site | Duck Creek and Yankee Meadow Campground |
 RV Hookup | Duck Creek Village, UT | |
 RV Disposal | Duck Creek Village, UT | |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | Duck Creek Village, UT |
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