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Sunday, November 3, 2024
Other Names | Los Padres National Forest, Mt. Pinos Ranger District, Cuddy Valley, Pleito Creek, Salt Creek, Cherry Creek, Deadman Creek, Tecuya Mountain |
Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
This part of the Los Padres National Forest offers a good variety of narrow single track that winds through some interesting scenery. The trails here can be described as mostly challenging with rugged hill climbs and loose chunk rock, but there are some sections that wind through some deep woods that are smooth and twisty. There are some double track but this area is geared for experienced dirt bike riders.
There are several campgrounds to choose from but they are primitive and only have enough room for small compact trucks and trailers. There is no water or services so come prepared. The trails and campgrounds are seasonal and are usually open between the months of May through November, weather permitting.
This trail system is also close to Mt. Pinos Trails which is a few miles south off Lockwood Valley Drive. Visitors should note there is no direct OHV access from Frazier Park to Mt. Pinos, so you will have to trailer your bikes or have a street legal dual sport.
Permit Required | Yes | CA OHMVR stickers required |
Dates Open | May 1 through November 1 | CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted from Oct 1 to April 30 |
Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Yes | Residents of any state not listed must purchase a Nonresident OHV Use Permit. (AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, IA, ID, IN, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI, WY) |
Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB) |
Whip Flags | Not Required | |
Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate and narrow terrain |
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
ATVs | Some Areas | Not Recommended CA OHMVR stickers required (maximum width 50 inches) |
UTV & SXS | Some Areas | Not Recommended CA OHMVR stickers required (maximum width 50 inches) |
SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Some Areas | Not Recommended permitted on designated forest service roads |
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Some Areas | CA OHMVR stickers required (maximum width 50 inches) permitted on designated forest service roads |
2 Stroke Engines | Certain Times | CA OHMVR restrictions apply |
MX Helmet Required | Yes | helmets required by state law |
Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
Campfires | ||
Night Riding | Unknown | |
Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
Rule Enforcement |
Area | Motorized Trails |
Land | National Forest |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | (None) |
Riding | (None) |
Camping | (None) |
Our Rating | Good |
Recommended Stay | Full Day |
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Nearest City | Frazier Park, CA | ||
Address | Cuddy Valley Road, Frazier Park, CA 93225 | ||
| From: Los Angeles, CA
1) Take I-5 North towards the town of Gorman, about 45 miles 2) Take Exit 205 3) Turn left (west) off the exit ramp onto Frazier Mountain Park Road, continue about 11 miles (road name changes to Cuddy Valley Road) 4) Turn right (north) onto FS Road 9N22, follow signs to either Pleito Creek, Salt Creek or Cherry Creek campgrounds. |
Contact Info | Los Padres National Forest - Mt. Pinos Ranger District 34580 Lockwood Valley Road Frazier Park, CA 93225 (661) 245-3731 mailroom_r5_los_padres@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
Approx Size | 22,400 acres (35 sq mi) | |
Miles Of Trail | 30 | |
Climate Type | Forest | |
Elevation | 5600 to 7000 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
Loose Dirt | Little | |
Hard Pack | Mostly | |
Sand | None | |
Mud | Little | |
Dust | Little | |
Rocks | Some | |
Trees | Some | |
Steep Hills | Some | |
Water Crossings | None | |
Small Jumps | None | |
Large Jumps | None | |
Berms | Some | |
Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
Single Track | Some | |
Roads | Few | |
Shade | Many | |
Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
Novice | Little | |
Amateur | Mostly | |
Expert | Some |
Gasoline | Frazier Park, CA | |
Diesel | Frazier Park, CA | |
Water | Frazier Park, CA | |
RV Hookup | Frazier Park, CA | |
RV Disposal | Frazier Park, CA | |
Campground | Frazier Park, CA | |
Conv Store | Frazier Park, CA |
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