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South Fork Dirt Riders
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | South Fork Sangamon River, Christian County |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This family owned and operated park has over 400 acres of woods trails and several motocross tracks. Camping is available and amenities include restroom and shower stalls, ample parking for staging and camping, picnic areas and a repair shop.
Both day passes and annual memberships are available. AMA sanctioned races are occasionally hosted here. An Illinois DNR sticker is required which can be purchased at check in. Call before you haul.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | IL DNR OHV Public Access Permit |
| Dates Open | Daily 8:30am-dusk | |
| 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 | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 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 | ||
| Night Riding | No | riding hours 8:30am-dusk |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, MX Track |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
MX TRACK 
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
MX TRACK
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($15.00 per rider) kids 7-12 $10; 6 and under - Free |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $5.00 RV: $25.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 electric sites only - $20 |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Taylorville, IL | ||
| Address | 794 Route 104, Taylorville, IL 62568 | ||
| From: Springfield, IL
1) Take SR-29 east about 4 miles 2) Turn right (south) on CR-37, continue 11 miles 3) Turn left (east) on SR-104, continue 8 miles 4) Track entrance is on the right (south). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | South Fork Dirt Riders 794 Route 104 Taylorville, IL 62568 (217) 237-4752 lharris@consolidated.net www.southforkdirtriders.com |
| Contact Info | Illinois DNR 1 Natural Resources Way Springfield, IL 62702-1271 (217) 782-7481 (217) 785-0075 www.dnr.illinois.gov |
| Comment | OHV Sticker Info |
South Fork Dirt Riders OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 9/30/2017 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 470 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Climate Type | Urban/man-made | |
| Elevation | 575 to 600 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills |  None | |
| Berms | Many | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (NW) | Phillips 66 (217) 237-2421 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (NW) | Phillips 66 (217) 237-2421 |
 Water | On Site | |
 RV Hookup | On Site | |
 RV Disposal | On Site | |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (NW) | Phillips 66 (217) 237-2421 |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS