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Huckleberry Trail
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Colville National Forest, Three Rivers Ranger District, South Huckleberry Mountain, Bangs Mountain, Sherman Creek, Canyon Creek, Lake Ellen |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This area offers two scenic 4x4 trails, the South Huckleberry Trail #12110 and Huckleberry Trail #12060. Both trails wind through a mixed pine tree forest and consist of mostly hard packed terrain with some rugged sections, plus several steep climbs and descents.
The South Huckleberry Trail can be accessed off Bangs Mountain Road and offers some difficult sections that consist of steep climbs and descents. At the top of the trail is a nice viewpoint. At 3.3 miles, look for the trail to fork towards the hill top. Approximately 250-300 feet will be an open area where you can park, and hike a short distance to the south for a nice view. Riders can turn back at this point or keep following the trail south towards Huckleberry Trail #12060.
To reach the next trail, continue south 3.7 miles then turn east on Barnaby Creek Road and continue about 3 miles, turn left on Forest Service Road #028. Follow this trail for about 5 miles, which ties into Huckleberry Trail #12060. The last section leads up a rocky slope to the top of a small peak, which offers excellent views of the surrounding valleys and mountains.
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 | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $6.00 RV: $6.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Canyon Creek Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Kettle Falls, WA | ||
| Address | Bangs Mountain Road, Kettle Falls, WA 99141 | ||
| From: Kettle Falls, WA
1) Take Hwy 395 West across the Columbia River Bridge 2) Turn left (west) onto Hwy 20, continue 7.7 miles 3) Turn left (south) onto Bangs Mountain Road, continue about 1000 feet 4) Canyon Creek Campground is on the left (east). Stage here or continue south on Bangs Mountain Road 1.9 miles 5) Look for dirt road on the right (west), turn here. Follow road around small bend, look for a small parking area straight ahead. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Colville National Forest - Three Rivers Ranger District 255 W. 11th Avenue Kettle Falls, WA 99141 (509) 738-7700 mailroom_r6_colville@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Tri-county Motorized Recreation Association 1675 Marble Valley Basin Road Addy,, WA 99101 anneott@gmail.com anneott@centurytel.net tcmra.com |
| Comment | Local offroad club that maintains trails and hosts group rides. |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 15 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 2800 to 5200 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks |  Some | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Mostly | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Kettle Falls, WA | |
| Diesel | Kettle Falls, WA | |
 Water | Kettle Falls, WA | |
 RV Hookup | Kettle Falls, WA | |
 RV Disposal | Kettle Falls, WA | |
| Campground | Kettle Falls, WA | |
 Conv Store | Kettle Falls, WA |
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