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Twin Buttes OHV Area
Thursday, December 12, 2024
| Other Names | Twin Buttes Reservoir |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Overlooking the shores of Twin Buttes Reservoir, this large area offers many miles of narrow and twisty single track to rugged ATV trails. The terrain is mostly sandy with occasional hard pack and loose chunk rock.
The trails wind through a mix of prickly pear cactuses, scrub brush and mesquite trees. Camping is permitted but primitive.
A Texas OHV Decal and Limited Public Use Permit is required and can be purchased online or at the nearby Family Powersports.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | TX OHV Decal and Limited Public Use Permit |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | At this time, there are no reciprocity agreements between Texas and any other states. All visiting riders must purchase a Texas OHV decal. |
| 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 | Some Areas | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | helmets required by state law |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | no trailblazing |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement | Yes | Dedicated Rangers/Officers ATV/Saddle Mounted Patrol |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 3,000 acres (5 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 15 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 1950 to 2000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack | Some | |
| Sand |  Mostly | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust | Mostly | |
| Rocks |  Little | |
| Trees |  Few | vegetation consists of mesquite trees, scrub brush and cactus |
| Steep Hills | Few | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps |  None | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | City Land, Bureau of Reclamation |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | San Angelo, TX | |
| Diesel | San Angelo, TX | |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Spring Creek Marina & RV Park (325) 944-3850 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Spring Creek Marina & RV Park (325) 944-3850 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Spring Creek Marina & RV Park (325) 944-3850 |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | San Angelo, TX |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($12.00 per person) Limited Public Use Permit Fee |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Entry permit required to hike, fish or camp - $12/person over age 16, expires August 31. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | San Angelo, TX | ||
| Address | Twin Buttes Marina Park Road, San Angelo, TX 76904 | ||
| From: San Angelo, TX
1) Take Hwy 67 West about 8 miles 2) Turn left (south) on Twin Buttes Marina Park Road, continue .5 miles 3) Park entrance is on the left (east). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | The City of San Angelo Parks And Recreation Department (325) 657-4450 (325) 653-9577 carl.white@sanangelotexas.us www.cosatx.us |
| Contact Info | San Angelo Dirt Riders (325) 656-2608 presidentsajc@gmail.com |
| Contact Info | Trey Cooksey (OHV Program Manager) Texas Parks And Wildlife 4200 Smith School Road Austin, TX 78744 (512) 389-8743 trey.cooksey@tpwd.texas.gov tpwd.texas.gov |
| Comment | Texas OHV Decal Info |
| Contact Info | Family Powersports 4160 Houston-harte Way San Angelo, TX 76901 (325) 947-2453 (877) 886-1997 www.familypowersports.com |
| Comment | Sells Texas OHV Decal |
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