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Kirkham Ridge
Monday, April 15, 2024
| Other Names | Kirkham Ridge ATV Trail, Bull Trout Lake, Warm Springs, Martin Lake, Eightmile Canyoun, Red Mountain, Wyoming Creek, Fir Creek, Wapiti Creek, Warm Springs Creek, Eightmile Creek, South Fork Payette River, Boise National Forest, Lowman Ranger District, Pass Creek, Deadman Creek, Miller Mountain, Long Creek, Bonneville Hot Springs |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This part of the Boise National Forest offers over 35 miles of single track motorcycle trails. ATV access can be found on the southern section of the trail near about a mile east of the Lowman Ranger Station
The northern part of the trail system can be accessed near Bull Trout Campground but is often snowed in until mid June and sites often fill up during the summer months, especially during weekends. The central part of the trail system can be accessed at Bonneville Campground, which also offers popular hot springs and a small bath house to enjoy.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | |
| Dates Open | April 15 - September 30 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | A non-resident registration sticker must be purchased. (As of January 2020, Idaho no longer honors stickers from other states.) |
| 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 (50 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Some Areas | (maximum width 50 inches) permitted on designated trails |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (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 | Not Recommended |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $15.00 RV: $15.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $5.00 Bull Trout Lake Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Stanley, ID | ||
| Address | Bull Trout Lake Road, Stanley, ID 83278 | ||
| From: Boise, ID
For Lowman ATV Staging Area: 1) Take SR-21 North about 75 miles 2) Staging area is on the right (south). For Bonneville Campground: 3) Continue north on SR-21 about 15 miles 4) Turn left onto FS Road 025, continue about .5 miles toward Bonneville Campground. For Bull Trout Lake Campground: 5) Continue north past Bonnevill Campground entrance on SR-21 15.1 miles 6) Turn left (west) on Bull Trout Lake Road, continue about 1 mile toward campground entrance. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Boise National Forest - Lowman Ranger District 7359 Highway 21 Lowman, ID 83637 (208) 259-3361 mailroom_r4_boise@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | National Recreation Reservation Service (877) 444-6777 www.recreation.gov |
| Comment | Campground Reservations |
| Contact Info | Idaho Parks And Recreation 5657 E. Warm Springs Ave Boise, ID 83716 (208) 334-4197 reghelpline@idpr.idaho.gov idahostateparks.reserveamerica.com |
| Comment | Idaho OHV Sticker Info |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 35 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 4500 to 8000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Some | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track |  Many | |
| Roads | None | |
| Intersections | Some | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Sourdough Lodge (208) 259-3326 |
| Diesel | Stanley, ID | |
 Water | On Site | Bull Trout and Bonneville Campgrounds |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Sawtooth Lodge (208) 259-3331 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Sawtooth Lodge (208) 259-3331 |
| Campground | On Site | Bull Trout and Bonneville Campgrounds (877) 444-6777 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Sourdough Lodge (208) 259-3326 |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS