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Appleton Area Recreation OHV Park
Saturday, March 30, 2024
| Other Names | Swift County OHV Park, Appleton OHV Park |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Once the location of a former gravel mine, this offroad park is open daily year-round and has about 20 miles of marked trails, a motocross track, sand dunes and some play areas. All vehicle types are welcomed and there is terrain and obstacles for all skill levels.
The property was expanded in 2007 from 100 acres to 330 acres. There are several picnic areas with shade gazebos that are scattered throughout the park. The park is only open for day use but camping can be found just a few minutes away at Appleton Municipal Campground.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | MN OHV Permit |
| Dates Open | daily dawn-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 (96 dB) | OHMs not to exceed distance of 20 inches, ATVs 99dB at 20 inches |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| 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 | Youth Only | required for operators under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | riding hours sunrise to sunset |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on designated trails |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 330 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 20 | |
| Climate Type | Urban/man-made | |
| Elevation | 1100 to 1150 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack | Some | |
| Sand |  Little | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps | Few | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Few | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, MX Track, Off-Road Dunes |
| Land | State Recreation, County Land |
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Appleton, MN | |
| Diesel | Appleton, MN | |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Shooter's Estates Camping (320) 289-1100 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Shooter's Estates Camping (320) 289-1100 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Shooter's Estates Camping (320) 289-1100 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Appleton Municipal Campground (320) 289-1363 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (SW) | Don's Food Pride (320) 289-1731 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $25.00 RV: $30.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Appleton Municipal Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Appleton, MN | ||
| From: St. Cloud, MN
1) Take I-94 North to Exit 127 2) Turn left (south) off the exit ramp, continue .4 miles 3) Turn right (west) on SR-28, continue 31.9 miles 4) Turn left (south) on SR-29, continue 22 miles 5) Turn right on 14th Street, continue .5 miles 6) Turn right on Minnesota Avenue (SR-12), continue 15.5 miles 7) Turn left on US-59, continue about 7 miles. Park entrance is on the right. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Michael Johnson (Swift County Trail Administrator) Appleton Area Recreational OHV Park (320) 843-5341 info.dnr@state.mn.us www.dnr.state.mn.us |
| Contact Info | Minnesota DNR License Bureau 500 Lafayette Road St. Paul, MN 55155 (888) 665-4236 aohfmnwebmaster@activenetwork.com www.dnr.state.mn.us |
| Comment | OHV Permit Info |
Appleton OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 9/18/2012 (Thanks!)
Appleton OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 5/25/2013 (Thanks!)
Appleton OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 5/25/2013 (Thanks!)
Appleton OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 5/25/2013 (Thanks!)
Appleton OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 5/25/2013 (Thanks!)
Appleton OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 9/18/2012 (Thanks!)
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