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Mad River
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
| Other Names | Okanogan–wenatchee National Forest, Lake Wenatchee Ranger District, Entiat Mountains, Mad River Trails, Devil's Backbone, Goose Creek Campground, Fish Lake, Grouse Creek Campground, Deep Creek Campground, Tyee Mountain, Maverick Saddle, Pine Flat Campground, Pot Peak, Snowberry Camp, Stormy Mountain, Windy Camp, Angle Peak, Handy Spring Camp, Lake Chelan, Mad Lake, Two Little Lakes, Minnow Ridge, Alder Ridge, Cougar Mountain, Cottonwood Camp, Tommy Creek, Klone Peak, Lake Creek Camp, Lower Chiwawa, Hi Yu Trail #1403 |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This part of the Okanogan–Wenatchee National Forest offers about 200 miles of single track trails that are geared for the advanced rider. The terrain is rated as mostly challenging but there are a couple of easy trails that lead toward Mad Lake that are very scenic. A couple black diamond trails are located on the other side of the mountains which require a long trail ride from the Mad River area or at least an additional hour car drive to get to the trailhead for Devil's Backbone and Angel Peak.
The area has plenty of camping areas with direct trail access but the popular choice for dirt bike riders to stage and camp is at Goose Creek. A small fee is charged if camping at Goose Creek but the other camprounds are free.
The upper Mad River section closes seasonally during the winter months but the rest of the trail system remains open year-round. The trails are generally covered in snow from November through June but call first for current conditions before heading out.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | WA ORV Tab |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (105 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Prohibited | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 4x4 & 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 | Unknown | Not Recommended |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 200 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 2100 to 6500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack | Some | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Many | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | All | |
| Roads |  Few | |
| Intersections | Many | |
| Rider Traffic | Few | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (S) | Shell (509) 763-0640 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (S) | Shell (509) 763-0640 |
 Water | On Site | Goose Creek Campground (509) 548-2550 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Lake Wenatchee State Park (509) 763-3101 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Lake Wenatchee State Park (509) 763-3101 |
| Campground | On Site | Goose Creek Campground (509) 548-2550 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (S) | Shell (509) 763-0640 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $18.00 RV: $18.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $7.00 Goose Creek Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Leavenworth, WA | ||
| Address | Lower Chiwawa River Road, Leavenworth, WA 98826 | ||
| From: Seattle, WA
1) Take US-2 East about 100 miles 2) Turn left (north) onto Hwy 207, continue about 5 miles 3) Turn right (east) onto County Road 22, continue about 1 mile 4) Turn right (north) onto Chiwawa River Road, continue 3.2 miles 5) Veer right onto NF-6208, continue .1 mile 6) Turn right (south-east) onto NF-6100, continue .7 miles 7) Goose Creek Campground is on the right (west). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Okanogan–wenatchee NF - Wenatchee River Ranger District 600 Sherbourne Leavenworth, WA 98826 (509) 548-2550 mailroom_r6_okanogan@fs.fed.us mailroom_r6_wenatchee@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Washington State Department of Licensing (360) 902-3770 titles@dol.wa.gov www.dol.wa.gov |
| Comment | WA ORV Tab Info |
Mad River Trail Photo
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