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Quartz Creek Trail
Thursday, January 4, 2024
| Other Names | White Mountains National Recreation Area, Nome Creek, Moose Creek, Champion Creek, Quartz Creek, Mt. Prindle Campground |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This old mining trail starts out off Nome Creek Road and heads north about 16 miles and ends at Quartz Creek. The trail crosses several streams and is very rocky with some steep and narrow switchbacks. Camping can be found at the end of the trail or at Mt. Pindle Campground.
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 | Yes (64 inches) | vehicles under 1,500lbs curb weight and 64 inches wide permitted |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | Riders 17 and younger are required to wear a helmet. (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Trail is open to use by motorized vehicles with a total Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 1,500 lbs. | |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | BLM, Nat Recreation |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $6.00 RV: $6.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Mount Prindle Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Fairbanks, AK | ||
| From: Fairbanks, AK
1) Take SR-6 North about 45 miles 2) Turn left (north) onto Nome Creek Road, continue about 10 miles 3) Trailhead is on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Fairbanks District Office 1150 University Avenue Fairbanks, AK 99709-3844 (907) 474-2200 blm_ak_fdo_eifo_generaldelivery@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 16 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 2450 to 3000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Some | |
| Dust | None | |
| Rocks | Mostly | |
| Trees |  Few | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 30+ Miles (SW) | Sourdough Fuel (907) 457-4663 |
| Diesel | 30+ Miles (SW) | Sourdough Fuel (907) 457-4663 |
 Water | On Site | Mt. Prindle Campground (907) 474-2200 |
 RV Hookup | 30+ Miles (SW) | Riverview RV Park (907) 488-6392 or (888) 488-6392 |
 RV Disposal | 30+ Miles (SW) | Riverview RV Park (907) 488-6392 or (888) 488-6392 |
| Campground | On Site | Mt. Prindle Campground (907) 474-2200 |
 Conv Store | 30+ Miles (SW) | Sourdough Fuel (907) 457-4663 |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS