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Little Pend Oreille ORV Trail System
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | LPO Trail System, Colville National Forest, Tiger Pass, Gillette Lake, Sherry Lake, Thomas Lake, Thomas Mountain, Green Mountain, Granite Peak, Rufus Trail, Ruftrac Trail, South Fork Lost Creek, High Noon Mine, Rufus Meadows, Radar Dome, Frater Lake, Lake Leo, Batey Bould |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This area has over 67 miles of designated ORV trails plus access to nearby Batey Bould. The trails are mostly smooth and fast with some technical sections. Dispersed camping is permitted but camping can be found just a few minutes away at Beaver Lodge Resort and Lake Gillette Campground.
Most of the trail system consists of narrow single track but there are some sections (#142 and #148 - Rufus Trail) that can accommodate ATVs up to 50 inches wide. Lake Gillette Campground is located near the Rufus Trailhead.
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 | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate and narrow terrain |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Some Areas | (maximum width 50 inches) permitted on Trail 142 and Trail 148 |
 UTV & SXS | Some Areas | (maximum width 50 inches) permitted on Trail 142 and Trail 148 |
 4x4 & 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 | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| 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: $16.00 RV: $16.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $8.00 Lake Gillette Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Colville, WA | ||
| Address | S Fork Mill Creek Road, Colville, WA 99114 | ||
| From: Coleville, WA
1) Take WA-20 east about 25 miles 2) Turn left (west) onto S Fork Mill Creek Road, continue .2 miles 3) Staging area is on the left (south). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Colville National Forest 765 South Main Street Colville, WA 99114 (509) 684-7000 mailroom_r6_colville@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
LPO Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 6/14/2016 (Thanks!)
LPO Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 6/14/2016 (Thanks!)
LPO Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 6/25/2015 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 67 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 3200 to 5000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Some | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Many | |
| Single Track | Many | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Mostly |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (E) | Beaver Lodge Resort and Campground (509) 684-5657 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (E) | Beaver Lodge Resort and Campground (509) 684-5657 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (E) | Beaver Lodge Resort and Campground (509) 684-5657 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (E) | Beaver Lodge Resort and Campground (509) 684-5657 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (E) | Beaver Lodge Resort and Campground (509) 684-5657 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (E) | Lake Gillette Campground (509) 684-7000 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (E) | Beaver Lodge Resort and Campground (509) 684-5657 |
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