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White Sulphur OHV Trail System
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | White Sulphur ATV Trail, White Sulpher ATV Trail, Morehead OHV Route, Daniel Boone National Forest, Cumberland Ranger District, Cave Run Lake, White Sulphur Horse Camp |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This part of the Daniel Boone National Forest has about 17 miles of ATV trails that form long loops. The trails are mostly hard packed and rugged but are marked with orange diamond blazes on the trees.
Visitors should note that while the trails are open year-round, motorized use is only permitted from May through November. Overnight parking is not permitted at the staging area but Clear Creek and Zilpo campgrounds are close by.
A trail permit is required to ride here which can be purchased at nearby vendors or by contacting the Cumberland Ranger District.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | |
| Dates Open | May 1 - November 30 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| 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 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 | Prohibited | camping is not permitted at trailhead or along trail |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | riding hours sunrise to sunset |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 17 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 750 to 900 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | trails are marked with orange diamond-shaped blazes |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust |  Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| 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 | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (NW) | Cave Run Food Mart (606) 683-2528 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (NW) | Cave Run Food Mart (606) 683-2528 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (S) | Clear Creek Campground (606) 784-6428 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Zilpo Campground (606) 784-6428 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Zilpo Campground (606) 784-6428 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (S) | White Sulpher Horse Camp (606) 784-6428 **open to horseback riders only** |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (NW) | Cave Run Food Mart (606) 683-2528 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($15.00 per rider) Annual Pass - $60 |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $15.00 RV: $15.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 White Sulphur Horse Camp Fee: March 3 through last Sunday in October - $15/night, November 1 through March 3 - $10/night |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Salt Lick, KY | ||
| Address | Sulfer Branch Road, Salt Lick, KY 40371 | ||
| From: Lexington, KY
1) Take I-64 East to Exit 123 2) Turn right (south-east) onto SR-60, continue 6.5 miles 3) Turn right (south) onto SR-211, continue 3.7 miles 4) Turn left (east) onto Clear Creek Road, continue about 1 mile 5) Turn left (north) onto Sulpher Branch Road, continue about 2.5 miles 6) Staging area is on the left (west). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Daniel Boone National Forest - Cumberland Ranger District 2375 KY 801 South Morehead, KY 40351 (606) 784-6428 mailroom_r8_danielboone@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Comment | Press extension 2 for trail status. |
White Sulphur Trail Photo
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