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Turkey Bay OHV Area
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Land Between The Lakes OHV Area, Turkey Bay OHV Park, Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area, Land Between The Lakes National Forest |
| Last Known Status | Variable Schedule (Depends on daily conditions. Call (800) 525-7077 for recorded message.) |
This popular recreation area offers about 100 miles of challenging trails, with scenic views and primitive camping near Kentucky Lake. There are a few single track trails, but most of the terrain consists of rocky trails with steep rutted hillclimbs and numerous mud pits. 4WD vehicles and dune buggies are common here, and a permit is required to ride or drive at this location.
A newly installed fenced in half mile trail loop called the "Turkey Trot" is open for the little ones which has small logs and rocks. Permits can be purchased at the gate entrance or at one of three visitor centers.
The trails are open year-round but may close on short notice due to heavy rainfall or inclement weather, so check the trail hotline before heading out.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Land Between The Lakes ORV Permit Sticker |
| Dates Open | Daily dawn to dusk. | |
| 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 | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | No | riding hours sunrise to sunset |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on the trail |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement | Yes | Dedicated Rangers/Officers On-Site Office/Station ATV/Saddle Mounted Patrol |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 2,500 acres (4 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 100 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 350 to 600 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Many | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest, Nat Recreation |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Minit Mart Foods (270) 522-4565 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Minit Mart Foods (270) 522-4565 |
 Water | On Site | |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Wranglers Campground (270) 924-2000 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Wranglers Campground (270) 924-2000 |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Outpost Supply Center at Wranglers Campground (270) 924-2000 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($20.00 per OHV) Valid for 3 consecutive days from date of purchase. |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $12.00 RV: $12.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 |
| Comment | Annual OHV Permit - $100 |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Cadiz, KY | ||
| Address | 80 Turkey Creek Road, Murray, KY 42071 | ||
| From: Hopkinsville, KY
1) Take US-68 West to exit for Woodlands Trace 2) Turn left (south) off the exit ramp onto SR-453/The Trace Road, continue about 2.2 miles 3) Turn right (west) onto FS-167/Turkey Creek Road, proceed toward the staging area. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Turkey Bay OHV Trail Hotline (800) 525-7077 |
| Comment | Extension 1 |
| Contact Info | Land Between the Lakes 100 Van Morgan Drive Golden Pond, KY 42211 (270) 883-1559 lblinfo@usda.gov landbetweenthelakes.us |
| Contact Info | Golden Pond Visitor Center (270) 924-2233 |
| Comment | Open daily 9am-5pm; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day |
| Contact Info | Fin'n Feather Lodge 16695 US Highway 68 E Hardin, KY 42048 (270) 474-2351 (800) 486-3961 finnfeatherlodge@aol.com www.finnfeatherlodge.com |
Turkey Bay Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 5/21/2012 (Thanks!)
Turkey Bay Trail Photo
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Turkey Bay Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 5/10/2015 (Thanks!)
Turkey Bay Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/14/2015 (Thanks!)
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