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Capital Area Trail Riders Association
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | CATRAland |
| Last Known Status | Open (Open To Members Only) |
This private club offers 425 acres of narrow single track woods trails that wind though a dense hardwood forest. The club also hosts several hare scrambles and vintage trials events throughout the season.
Membership is required and new applications must be submitted in person, which can be done at a club event. Contact club for current fees and regulations.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | e-mail club for schedule | |
| Spark Arrestor | Recommended | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is recommended. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | ||
| Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Certain Times | only permitted during work parties |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($267.50 per rider) new member fee - includes state sales tax |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Renewal fee for members who meet work requirement - $107/person. Existing members who did not meet work requirement - $267.50/person. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Broadalbin, NY | ||
| From: Troy, NY
**Note: These are driving directions to Carney's Restaurant where the club holds monthly meetings. Club members will receive driving directions to the riding area. 1) Take I-87 North to Exit 9 2) Turn left (west) on RT-146, continue 2.5 miles 3) Turn right (north) on SR-146A, continue 5.2 miles 4) Carney's Restaurant is on the right (east). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Capital Area Trail Riders Association, Inc. P.O. Box 373 Burnt Hills, NY 12027 catra.kevin@nycap.rr.com www.capitalareatrailriders.com |
CATRAland Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 5/8/2021 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 425 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 800 to 850 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (N) | Dick & Jerry's Minimart (518) 882-9394 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Stewart's Shop (518) 883-8903 |
 Water | 20-30 Miles (NW) | Sunset Bay Vacation Resort RV Park & Marina (518) 661-6187 |
 RV Hookup | 20-30 Miles (NW) | Sunset Bay Vacation Resort RV Park & Marina (518) 661-6187 |
 RV Disposal | 20-30 Miles (NW) | Sunset Bay Vacation Resort RV Park & Marina (518) 661-6187 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Birch Haven Campgrounds (518) 883-3796 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Stewart's Shop (518) 883-8903 |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS