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Houston Valley ORV Area

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Trail Map

Other Names

Chattahoochee National Forest, Conasauga Ranger District, Dry Creek, Cove Creek

Last Known Status

Open

This popular two-way trail system offers about 25 miles of ATV trails that range from easy to most difficult. The trails are marked and offer a nice variety of terrain that ranges from smooth and hard packed to rugged, steep climbs with occasional deep mud puddles and water crossings.

There is a small fee charged to ride here which can be paid on site at the self pay kiosk. Annual passes are available which can be purchased by visiting one of the local ranger stations.

The main staging area is paved and has plenty of room for large trailers. Amenities include a vault toilet, loading ramp, map kiosk and a water fountain.

Visitors should be aware that this trail system may close for several days after significant rainfall so call first for current conditions before heading out.

Trail Map... Nearby ATV Trails...

REGULATIONS

Permit Required	Yes	OHV Trail Permit
Dates Open	April - December 31
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
Four Wheelers	Permitted	(maximum width 50 inches)
UTV & SXS	Permitted	(maximum width 50 inches)
SUVs & Jeeps (registered)	Prohibited
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered)	Prohibited
2 Stroke Engines	No Restriction
MX Helmet Required	Yes
Camping	Some Areas	limited dispersed camping permitted - three sites available
Campfires
Night Riding	Unknown
Trail Blazing	Prohibited	riders must stay on trail
Alcohol	Prohibited
Rule Enforcement

TERRAIN

Approx Size	2,600 acres (4 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail	25
Climate Type	Forest
Elevation	900 to 1300 ft.
Trail Maintenance	Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained
Loose Dirt	Some
Hard Pack	Mostly
Sand	None
Mud	Some
Dust	Little
Rocks	Some
Trees	All
Steep Hills	Few
Water Crossings	None
Small Jumps	Few
Large Jumps	None
Berms	Few
Sand/Gravel Pits	None
Single Track	None
Roads	None
Shade	Many
Hazards	Few	(hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Novice	Some
Amateur	Mostly
Expert	Little

TYPE OF AREA

Area	Motorized Trails

Land	National Forest

GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline	1-5 Miles (SW)	Catlett Grocery (706) 764-1081
Diesel	1-5 Miles (SW)	Catlett Grocery (706) 764-1081
Water	On Site	drinking water fountain located at the staging area
RV Hookup	5-20 Miles (N)	Lookout Mountain/Chattanooga South KOA (706) 937-4166 or (800) 562-4167
RV Disposal	5-20 Miles (N)	Lookout Mountain/Chattanooga South KOA (706) 937-4166 or (800) 562-4167
Campground	5-20 Miles (N)	Lookout Mountain/Chattanooga South KOA (706) 937-4166 or (800) 562-4167
Conv Store	1-5 Miles (SW)	Catlett Grocery (706) 764-1081

FEES & PASSES

Parking	(None)
Entry	(None)
Riding	Yes ($5.00 per rider)
Camping	(None)
Comment	Annual Pass - $50/rider. Pass can be purchased at any Chattahoochee - Oconee National Forest ranger station.

RATINGS

Our Rating
Recommended Stay	Full Day
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest City

Dalton, GA

Address

Capehart Road, Ringgold, GA 30736

Trail Map

From: Dalton, GA
1) Take I-75 North to Exit 336
2) Turn left (west) off the exit ramp, continue 2 miles
3) Turn left on Old Lafayette Road, continue .7 miles
4) At T-intersection turn left, continue about 80 yards
5) Turn right on Houston Valley Road, continue 5.6 miles
6) Turn left (south) on Capehart Road, continue about 1 mile. Staging area is on the left.

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact Info

Chattahoochee-oconee National Forest - Conasauga District
3941 Highway 76
Chatsworth, GA 30705
(706) 695-6736
mailroom_r8_chattahoochee@fs.fed.us
www.fs.usda.gov