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Shanks Quarry
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
| Other Names | Black Hills National Forest, Schroeder Trailhead, Norris Peak, Loveland Canyon, Boxelder Creek |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This area has about 15 miles of mostly easy and wide double track trails. The terrain is mostly hard packed with the occasional loose chunk rock. The trail system has two designated staging areas with plenty of room for parking and camping but no services.
Visitors should be aware that unless machines are street legal, there is no direct offroad access to the other motorized trails of the Black Hills National Forest, so plan accordingly. A permit is required for each rider which can be purchased online or by visting the Black Hills National Forest Ranger Station.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Black Hills National Forest Motorized Trail Permit |
| Dates Open | May 15 - December 15 | |
| 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 | Yes (62 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 62 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Some Areas | permitted on designated forest service roads |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Some Areas | (maximum width 62 inches) permitted on designated forest service roads |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Nearby Forest Service campground fees range from $10-$20/night. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Rapid City, SD | ||
| Address | SD-44, Rapid City, SD 57702 | ||
| From: Rapid City, SD
1) Take Hwy 44 West about 9 miles 2) Look for unmarked forest service road on the right (north), continue about .5 miles toward staging area. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Black Hills National Forest 1019 N. 5th Street Custer, SD 57730 (605) 673-9200 sm.fs.r2_bkf_webin@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 6,400 acres (10 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 15 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 4350 to 4700 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack |  All | |
| Sand | None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks |  Some | |
| Trees | All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads |  Mostly | |
| Shade |  Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
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KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Rapid City, SD | |
| Diesel | Rapid City, SD | |
 Water | Rapid City, SD | |
 RV Hookup | Rapid City, SD | |
 RV Disposal | Rapid City, SD | |
| Campground | Rapid City, SD | |
 Conv Store | Rapid City, SD |
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