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The Ridge
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | The Ridge Riding Club |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This popular off road park has over 35 miles marked and rated one way only trails, 15 miles of single track motorcycle trails, a motocross and pee-wee track, mud bogs, hill climbs, rocky sections, and an open field for novices. You'll find some hidden swimming holes and catch and release fishing opportunities as the trails wind through dense forest vegetation and bamboo stalks.
Hot showers, restrooms and a concession stand are among the amenities that this place offers. The park is available Friday through Sunday only, but weekday riding can be arranged in advance. The park has added ATV and UTV rentals plus five zip lines.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Friday through Sunday 9am-6pm | |
| Spark Arrestor | Recommended | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is recommended. |
| Noise Limit | ||
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | No | riding hours 9am-6pm |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, MX Track |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
MX TRACK 
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
MX TRACK
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($5.00 per person) |
| Riding | Yes ($20.00 per rider) riders 8 and under - $5 |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $5.00 RV: $35.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Primitive Camping - $5.00 per person or $20.00 max |
| Comment | RV Sites: 30amp - $30/night; 50amp - $35/night |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Springville, AL | ||
| Address | 8745 Pine Mountain Road, Springville, AL 35146 | ||
| From: Birmingham, AL
1) Take I-59 north about 25 miles to exit 154 2) Turn left off the exit ramp, continue 1 mile 3) Veer right at the fork, continue 4 miles 4) Turn left on Pinemountain Road, continue about .4 miles 5) Park entrance is on the right. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | The Ridge P.O. Box 256 Springville, AL 35146 (205) 467-7433 (205) 467-0142 info@ridgeriding.com www.ridgeriding.com |
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Photo Submitted 1/9/2017 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 400 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 50 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 850 to 1300 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | one-way trails |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Shell (205) 467-6043 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Shell (205) 467-6043 |
 Water | On Site | |
 RV Hookup | On Site | 5 RV spots with electric hookups |
 RV Disposal | 30+ Miles (SW) | Flying J Travel Plaza (205) 323-2177 |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Discount Food Mart (205) 467-3422 |
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