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Friday, April 5, 2024
Other Names | Elkhorn Lake and Campground ATV Trails, Virginia |
Last Known Status | Open |
This private campground offers 31 miles of ATV trails, an enduro track plus a 110 acre lake with boating and fishing access. Primitive camping is permitted in a large open field Friday through Sunday. Paid guests also get access to the beach, bluegrass and country music concerts and a 90,000 gallon swimming pool with a waterslide.
Annual memberships are available but limited and benefits include keys to unlock the gate, camping and access to the above amenities. Trails are open daily but may close temporarily due to inclement weather. Visitors must call in advance because a staff member must be present to unlock the gate.
Other attractions include hiking and mountain bike trails, boat ramp, picnic pavilions, a snack bar and cabin rentals. Call before you haul.
Permit Required | No | |
Dates Open | Daily | |
Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
Noise Limit | Yes | no specific decibel limit but machines must have proper exhaust |
Whip Flags | Not Required | |
Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (58 inches) | |
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 58 inches) |
UTV & SXS | Some Areas | (maximum width 58 inches) permitted on most trails, wider models limited to certain trails |
SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
Night Riding | No | riding permitted 10am-6pm |
Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on designated trails |
Rule Enforcement |
Approx Size | 560 acres (1 sq mi) | |
Miles Of Trail | 31 | |
Climate Type | Forest | |
Elevation | 550 to 600 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
Loose Dirt | Mostly | |
Hard Pack | Little | |
Sand | None | |
Mud | Little | |
Dust | Little | |
Rocks | Little | |
Trees | Many | |
Steep Hills | Few | |
Water Crossings | None | |
Small Jumps | Some | |
Large Jumps | Some | |
Berms | Some | |
Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
Novice | Some | |
Amateur | Mostly | |
Expert | Little |
Area | Motorized Trails, MX Track |
Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
Features | Public |
Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
Comment | Enduro Track |
Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (E) | Liberty Mini-Mart (434) 349-3594 |
Diesel | 5-20 Miles (W) | Exxon (434) 432-9109 |
Water | On Site | |
RV Hookup | On Site | |
RV Disposal | On Site | |
Campground | On Site | |
Conv Store | On Site |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | (None) |
Riding | Yes ($10.00 per rider) Day Use Fee |
Camping | Yes Tent: $50.00 RV: $50.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Friday through Sunday Rates |
Comment | Camping with ATVs: $50 for 2 adults, 1 kid - $10, 2 kids - $20, 3rd kid - Free |
Our Rating | Very Good |
Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
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Nearest City | Java, VA | ||
Address | 2500 Elkhorn Road, Java, VA 24565 | ||
| From: Danville, VA
1) Take US-29 North about 8 miles 2) Turn right (north-east) onto SR-640, continue 14 miles 3) Turn right (east) onto SR-686/Elkhorn Road, continue 2.3 miles 4) Campground entrance is on the right (south). |
Contact Info | Elkhorn Lake And Campground ATV Trails 2500 Elkhorn Road Java, VA 24565 (434) 432-9203 office@goelkhorn.com goelkhorn.com |
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