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Saturday, December 23, 2023
Other Names | Black Creek, Red Bird SRA, Redbird Coal Mine |
Last Known Status | Open |
This offroad park has about 1,200 acres of difficult 4x4 and ATV trails consisting of steep inclines, rocky sections, deep ruts and some pretty messy mud bogs. The trails are marked and rated for difficulty and are heavily patrolled. During wet weather the trails get very muddy.
The park is open year-round but hours are seasonal. The park may close on short notice due to inclement weather so call first before heading out. Camping is not permitted except during special events but nearby Skakamak State Park offers RV hookups and two boat ramps.
Permit Required | Yes | Indiana OHV Registration |
Dates Open | April - Sept: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun 9am-7pm; Oct - Nov: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm; Dec - March Sat and Sun 9am-5pm | |
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 | ||
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
ATVs | Some Areas | permitted on designated trails |
UTV & SXS | Some Areas | permitted on designated trails |
SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | permitted on designated trails |
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Some Areas | permitted on designated trails |
2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
Camping | Prohibited | |
Campfires | Prohibited | |
Night Riding | Yes | permitted during special event weekends |
Alcohol | Prohibited | |
Rule Enforcement | ||
Comment | The park is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. |
Approx Size | 1,200 acres (2 sq mi) | |
Miles Of Trail | 25 | |
Climate Type | Forest | |
Elevation | 550 to 750 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
Loose Dirt | Mostly | |
Hard Pack | Little | |
Sand | Little | |
Mud | Some | |
Dust | Little | |
Rocks | Little | |
Trees | All | |
Steep Hills | Some | |
Small Jumps | Many | |
Large Jumps | Some | |
Berms | Few | |
Sand/Gravel Pits | Some | |
Roads | None | |
Shade | Many | |
Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
Novice | Some | |
Amateur | Mostly | |
Expert | Some |
Area | Motorized Trails |
Land | State Recreation |
Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Casey's General Store (812) 648-2397 |
Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Casey's General Store (812) 648-2397 |
Water | On Site | |
RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (N) | Shakamak State Park Campground (812) 665-2158 |
RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (N) | Shakamak State Park Campground (812) 665-2158 |
Campground | 5-20 Miles (N) | Shakamak State Park Campground (812) 665-2158 |
Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Casey's General Store (812) 648-2397 |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | Yes ($2.00 per person) fee if entering as pedestrian or bicyclist |
Riding | Yes ($15.00 per OHV) non-resident fee - $20/OHV |
Camping | (None) |
Comment | Annual ORV Pass - $95 |
Our Rating | Good |
Recommended Stay | Full Day |
Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
Nearest City | Dugger, IN | ||
Address | County Road 350 N, Dugger, IN 47848 | ||
| From: Linton, IN
1) Take SR-54 (SR-59) West about 3 miles 2) Veer left at fork to stay on SR-54, continue 2.1 miles 3) Turn right (north) on CR-1500 W., continue .4 miles 4) Turn left on CR-350, staging area is on the right. |
Contact Info | Redbird State Recreation Area 15298 W County Road 350 N Linton, IN 47441 (812) 847-9172 (812) 847-0146 www.in.gov |
Contact Info | DNR - Customer Service Center ORV Division 402 West Washington Street Room W160 Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739 (317) 232-4200 (877) 463-6367 www.in.gov |
Comment | Indiana OHV Registration Info |
Contact Info | English's Off-road & Accessories LLC 131 N 375 W Bloomfield, IN 47424 (812) 384-5060 |
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