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Jack Pines Pirates Trail System
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Deerfield River |
| Last Known Status | Open (open to ATVs and UTVs with tracks only - no wheels) |
This area offers about 15 miles trails that wind through a mixed hardwood forest with numerous views of rolling hills, streams, creeks and rivers. The terrain is rated as mostly easy, and eventually tie into the nearby Bennington Trail System, which has an additional 8 miles of ATV trails.
An informational kiosk with maps and rules can be found at the main staging area. There is no fee charged to park but all OHVs must have a VASA or a reciprocating club membership to access the trails.
The trails are regularly maintained and are well marked with trail signage and directional arrows. The trails close for the season on October 15 but reopen for winter riding around December 15 (weather permitting) until mud season. During the winter months only ATVs and UTVs with tracks are permitted, no wheels.
Visitors should note that only ATVs and UTVs are permitted. Be sure to say thanks to the Jack Pines Pirates OHV Club for all their hard work on opening and maintaining these awesome new trails.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | VASA membership |
| Dates Open | Late spring through October 15 | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | ||
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (64 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Prohibited | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 64 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | no trailblazing |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | VASA membership required - see website for details. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Readsboro, VT | ||
| Address | Town Hwy 33, Readsboro, VT 05350 | ||
| From: Bennington, VT
1) Take VT-9 East about 14 miles 2) Turn right (south) onto VT-8, continue 5 miles 3) Turn left (south-east) onto Vermont Route 100, continue about 5 miles 4) Turn left (south) onto Harrimain Station Drive, continue about 1 mile 5) Staging area is on the right. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Jack Pines Pirates OHV Club 6802 Main Street Readsboro, VT 05350 thejackpinespirates@gmail.com vtvasa.org |
| Contact Info | Vermont ATV Sportsman's Association 14 Don Camp Drive Barre, VT 05641 (802) 477-5075 office@vtvasa.org vtvasa.org |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 15 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1125 to 2000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Single Track |  None | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Mostly | |
 Amateur |  Little | |
 Expert | None |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Readsboro, VT | |
| Diesel | Readsboro, VT | |
 Water | Readsboro, VT | |
 RV Hookup | Readsboro, VT | |
 RV Disposal | Readsboro, VT | |
| Campground | Readsboro, VT | |
 Conv Store | Readsboro, VT |
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