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Rocky Run ATV Trail
Thursday, May 9, 2024
| Other Names | Rocky Run, Second Mountain, Dictum Ridge, George Washington & Jefferson National Forests, North River Ranger District, Rockingham County |
| Last Known Status | Temporarily Closed (closed due to ongoing construction of electricity transmission line) |
This area offers a 10 mile long narrow and rocky 4x4 loop that offers scenic mountain views of Second Mountain and the City of Harrisonburg. The trail is marked with orange blazes and primitive camping is permitted alongside the trail but not at the trailhead.
RVs and long campers are not advised due to the main entrance road (FDR 72) being very narrow with few turnouts and limited parking at the staging area.
The trail is open year-round and is very popular with Jeeps and ATVs.
***ANNOUNCEMENTS***
* Trail Update
The Rocky Run ATV Trail, Second Mountain Road (Forest Road #502), and the southeast portion of Long Run Road (Forest Road #72) is currently closed due to the rebuilt of a 500 kilovolt electricity transmission line. For more information call (540) 432-0187 or (866) 904-0240.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| 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 (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 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 | permitted alongside trail but not at trailhead |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep vehicle on trail |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Trailers must not exceed 16 feet due to space limitations at staging area. Camping is not permitted within 500 feet around staging area or trailhead and within 200 feet of any stream. | |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 3,500 acres (5 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 10 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 2000 to 3200 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Intersections |  Few | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Shell (540) 433-6694 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Shell (540) 433-6694 |
 Water | 30+ Miles (NE) | Endless Caverns & RV Resort (800) 544-2283 |
 RV Hookup | 30+ Miles (NE) | Endless Caverns & RV Resort (800) 544-2283 |
 RV Disposal | 30+ Miles (NE) | Endless Caverns & RV Resort (800) 544-2283 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (W) | Brandywine Recreation Area (540) 432-0187 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (S) | Mc Dorman's Grocery (540) 867-0074 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Harrisonburg, VA | ||
| Address | Long Run Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22802 | ||
| From: Harrisonburg, VA
1) Take US-33 West about 12 miles 2) Turn right (north) on Rt. 612, continue 4.5 miles 3) Turn left (west) on FDR 72/Long Run Road (look for Gospel Hill Church), continue 6 miles 4) At top of FDR 72/Long Run Road, turn left (south) onto Second Mountain Trail, continue about one mile toward staging area (*see warning below). *Note: The last mile on Second Mountain Trail is now covered with 4" bluestone gravel that could possibly damage regular street tires if not careful. Use caution. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | George Washington National Forest - North River Ranger District 401 Oakwood Drive Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (540) 432-0187 (866) 904-0240 mailroom_r8_george_washington_jefferson@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
Rocky Run Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 3/24/2013 (Thanks!)
Rocky Run Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/15/2012 (Thanks!)
Rocky Run Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 10/31/2014 (Thanks!)
Rocky Run Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 10/31/2014 (Thanks!)
Rocky Run Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 10/31/2014 (Thanks!)
Rocky Run Trail Photo
An example of some of the downed trees blocking the trail after a recent storm. Photo Submitted 6/30/2012 (Thanks!)
Rocky Run Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/15/2012 (Thanks!)
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