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Musselshell OHV Area
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
| Other Names | Old Musselshell Trail #854, Musselshell Creek, Deer Gulch, Brown Creek Ridge, Clearwater National Forest, Lolo Creek Road, Musselshell Meadows |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
This part of the Clearwater National Forest offers single track motorcycle trails and deep forest scenery. Moose, mule deer, gray wolves and bears are among the many types of wildlife that can be seen here.
Please note that this area is only open for a short period of time each year, from July 1 through the end of September.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Idaho OHV Registration Sticker |
| Dates Open | July - September | |
| 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 | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | Not Recommended (maximum width 50 inches) |
 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 | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on designated trails |
| Alcohol | No Restriction | |
| Rule Enforcement | Few/Periodic |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Pros | single track, deep forest scenery, wildlife viewing opportunities |
| Cons | access is seasonal, open 7/1 - 9/30 |
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Weippe, ID | ||
| Address | Lolo Creek Road, Weippe, ID 83553 | ||
| From: Pierce, ID
1) Take Route 11 south toward Weippe, about 12 miles 2) Turn left (east) on E. Pierce Street 3) Proceed about 12 miles to the trailhead (E. Pierce Street turns into Musselshell Road and NF 100). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Clearwater National Forest - Lochsa Powell Ranger District 502 Lowry Street Kooskia, ID 83539 (208) 926-4274 (208) 476-4541 mailroom_r1_clearwater@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| 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
| Approx Size | 6,400 acres (10 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 12 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 3000 to 3400 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack | Some | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust |  Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps | Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Intersections | Some | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Shade |  Many | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 30+ Miles (SW) | Kamiah |
| Diesel | 30+ Miles (SW) | Kamiah |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (W) | Weippe |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Lewis & Clark Resort (208) 935-2556 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Lewis & Clark Resort (208) 935-2556 |
| Campground | 30+ Miles (SE) | Apgar Campground |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Cloningers Harvest Foods (208) 935-2151 |
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