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Sunday, February 25, 2024
Other Names | Deer Run Trailhead, Lukes Ladder, Chicken Hill, Welcome Hill, Warn Valley, Bounty Gap, Bareback Trail, Great Lakes Gulch, Devils Hole, Peastone Point, Lil Valley, Satans Climb, Bunday Hill, Bucks Lake |
Last Known Status | Open |
Previously a mining area for 55 years, this offroad park is now open to all vehicle types (except three wheelers) and provides a combination of terrain ranging from narrow woods trails, rugged hill climbs, deep water crossings, mud pits and several play areas.
ATV rentals are available between June through September. Camping is permitted but space is limited and reservations are strongly recommended (refundable deposit required).
The park is open year-round but hours are seasonal, so call first before heading out.
Permit Required | No | |
Dates Open | March 15 - November 15: Wednesday through Friday 9am-8pm, Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 10am-8pm; Nov 15 through March 14: Weekends 9am-5pm | |
Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
Noise Limit | Yes (94 dB) | |
Whip Flags | Yes (96 inches) | Whip Flags Required For Safety |
Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
ATVs | 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 | camping permitted Wednesday - Saturday, reservations required |
Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
Night Riding | No | |
Alcohol | Prohibited | |
Rule Enforcement | Some | On-Site Office/Station |
Comment | Three wheelers permitted. |
Approx Size | 350 acres (1 sq mi) | |
Miles Of Trail | 6 | |
Climate Type | Urban/man-made | |
Elevation | 1000 to 1150 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
Loose Dirt | Little | |
Hard Pack | Some | |
Sand | Little | |
Mud | Some | |
Dust | Little | |
Rocks | Some | |
Trees | Many | |
Steep Hills | Some | |
Water Crossings | Some | |
Small Jumps | Some | |
Large Jumps | Few | |
Berms | Some | |
Sand/Gravel Pits | Many | |
Single Track | Few | |
Hazards | Few | (hazards are marked) |
Novice | Some | |
Amateur | Mostly | |
Expert | Little |
Area | Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes, Gravel Pit |
Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (E) | Buddy's Mini Mart (517) 688-4818 |
Diesel | 1-5 Miles (E) | Buddy's Mini Mart (517) 688-4818 |
Water | 1-5 Miles (W) | Willits Lake Family Campground (517) 688-9853 |
RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (E) | Somerset Beach Campground (517) 688-3783 |
RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (E) | Somerset Beach Campground (517) 688-3783 |
Campground | On Site | reservations required - call (517) 917-0493 |
Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (E) | Buddy's Mini Mart (517) 688-4818 |
Riding | Yes ($20.00 for drivers, $10.00 for passengers) |
Camping | Yes Tent: $25.00 RV: $25.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 |
Comment | Camping requires a $20 refundable deposit. Season passes and 10 visit punch card available - call for rates. Passengers 13 and up - $10/person; kids 6-12 - $5/person, kids 5 and under - free. Drivers - $20/each. |
Our Rating | Very Good |
Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
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Nearest City | Jerome, MI | ||
Address | 9960 Chicago Road, Jerome, MI 49249 | ||
| From: Detroit, MI
1) Take I-94 West to Exit 142 2) Merge south on US-127, continue 15.9 miles 3) Turn right (west) on US-12, continue 5.4 miles 4) Park entrance is on the right (north). |
Contact Info | Bundy Hill Offroad Park 9960 E. Chicago Road Jerome, MI 49249 (517) 917-0493 bundyhilloffroad@yahoo.com bundyhilloffroad.com |
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