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Wildomar OHV Area
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Elsinore Peak, Cleveland National Forest, Elsinore Mountains, Trabuco Ranger District |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This designated OHV area offers decent scenery and a large network of trails. Most of the trails are wide and hard packed with long ruts and no shade, but there are a couple of short sections through the trees that are a real blast.
A campground with direct trail access is located a little further south past the main staging area which has 11 sites that can accommodate trailers up to 22 feet. There are restrooms, water, and a self pay station at the main staging area but not much shade.
There is a small day use fee, but an Adventure Pass is also accepted. The trails and campground may close on short notice due to inclement weather, so always call first before heading out.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | CA OHMVR stickers required |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted from 10/1 to 4/30 |
| 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 | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 ATVs | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
| 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) 11 sites on a first come, first serve basis |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | no trailblazing |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement | Few/Periodic |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 360 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 8 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 1900 to 2600 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Little | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees | Some | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings |  None | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps | Few | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads | None | |
| Intersections | Some | |
| Rider Traffic | Few | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards not marked) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Lake Elsinore |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Lake Elsinore |
 Water | On Site | |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Ortega Oaks RV Park & Campground (951) 678-9136 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Ortega Oaks RV Park & Campground (951) 678-9136 |
| Campground | On Site | Wildomar Campground (951) 736-1811 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Patty's Place Country Store |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | Yes ($5.00) Adventure Pass Fee - $5/day or $30/year |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $15.00 RV: $15.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $5.00 Wildomar Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Pros | decent scenery, some fun trails in the trees, |
| Cons | alcohol is prohibited, very little shade, hot & dry in summer, long and winding access road |
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day Fall/Winter |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Lake Elsinore, CA | ||
| Address | S Main Divide, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 | ||
| From: Lake Elsinore, CA
1) Take Hwy 74 West about 6 miles 2) Turn left (south) on S. Main Divide Road 3) Proceed about 9 miles to the main staging area. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Cleveland National Forest - Trabuco Ranger District 1147 East Sixth Street Corona, CA 92879 (951) 736-1811 sm.fs.trabucord@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
| Comment | Press #3 for trail status. |
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Most trails are wide and hard packed with a few ruts and the occasional loose chunk rock. This is a good example of what you will find here.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
The fast winding trails through the trees are the most fun.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
View from the access road looking down on the main staging area.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
With "Bad Idea" and "Listen" painted on the rocks, you may want to heed this warning.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
This is one of the smoother sections of trail.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
The wooded section was a real blast, with few rocks to slow you down.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Another view of the wooded section. This area offered some relief from the sun and heat.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Was going a little too fast and not looking far enough ahead and nearly lost it going through some ruts.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Another view of what the trails look like here. Mostly wide, hard packed with some ruts and a few rocks.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
You can see the nearby towns of La Cresta and Wildomar from here.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
The higher elevation trails are mostly surrounded by various scrub brush.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Who has tried the "Bad Idea" trail?
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Crawling up one of the short climbs.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Some sections are narrow and rugged. Full size trucks may have some difficulty.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
One of the fun sections in the woods.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
One of the narrow ATV trails.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
A good portion of the trails are wide enough for trucks.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
One of the fun sections where you can catch a little air.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
One of the shaded sections of trail.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
At least half of the trails are wide enough for 4x4s.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Some sections are a little rugged but are be navigated on a dirt bike. Trucks may have more of a challenge.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Some sharp turns at the peak have steep consequences.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Riding through one of the 4x4 trails.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Most of the trails consist of wide rutted hard pack.
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
Wildomar OHV Trail Photo
The main staging area has vault toilets, information kiosk, trash cans, self pay station and water pump.
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS