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Pioneer Mountains
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
| Other Names | Copper Creek Campground, Mormon Hill, Deadman Creek, Sawtooth National Forest, Ketchum Ranger District, Blackspar Canyon |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This are offers a challenging single track loop with some steep climbs and descents. The trail winds through a scenic pine tree forest surrounded by rugged mountains.
Staging is available at Cooper Creek Campground, which has eight campsites, each with a picnic table and BBQ ring. There is a designated trailhead about 3 miles north past the campground which has a small dirt lot.
There is no fee charged to camp or ride but the area is seasonal and is generally accessible from May through November. For current conditions contact the Ketchum Ranger District.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Idaho OHV Registration Sticker |
| Dates Open | May 1 through November 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 | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Prohibited | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | 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 | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on the trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Bellevue, ID | ||
| Address | Muldoon Canyon Road, Bellevue, ID 83313 | ||
| From: Sun Valley, ID
1) Take Hwy 75 South about 17 miles 2) Turn left (east) onto Pine Street (road name changes to Muldoon Canyon Road), continue about 26 miles 3) Copper Creek Campground is on the left. Stage here or continue past campground 3.3 miles toward trailhead. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Sawtooth National Forest - Ketchum Ranger District 206 Sun Valley Road Sun Valley, ID 83353 (208) 622-5371 mailroom_r4_sawtooth@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
| Miles Of Trail | 10 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 6550 to 8775 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Single Track |  Many | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Little | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert |  Some |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Bellevue, ID | |
| Diesel | Bellevue, ID | |
 Water | Bellevue, ID | |
 RV Hookup | Bellevue, ID | |
 RV Disposal | Bellevue, ID | |
| Campground | Bellevue, ID | |
 Conv Store | Bellevue, ID |
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