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Bear Creek Amphitheatre
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Bear Creek Resort Ranch KOA, Bear Run, Bear Creek |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This offroad park has about 26 miles of woods trails, a motocross track, several creek crossings and a 250 foot hillclimb. The trails range from wide, smooth and fast to narrow and twisty with ruts, rocks and scattered mud pits. Overall this park offers a variety of terrain and trails for all skill levels.
The property has a large flat dirt lot for parking and some vault toilets, but no water so come prepared. The park is open year-round during weekends from 8am to dusk and during weekdays for three or more riders (reservations required). There is a pay station at the offroad park that accepts cash but for those who want to pay by credit card can do so at the KOA Campground.
The park is open for riding during daylight hours but camping can be found about a mile west at the Bear Creek Ranch KOA, which features RV sites plus cabin rentals. There is no direct trail access from the campground so machines must be hauled to and from the staging area.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | October 1 through April 30: Weekends 8am-5pm; May 1 through September 30: Friday through Sunday and Holidays 8am-7pm | |
| Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
| Noise Limit | No | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | helmets must be DOT approved |
 Camping | Prohibited | KOA Campground nearby |
 Campfires | Prohibited | KOA Campground nearby |
| Night Riding | No | riding hours 8am-dusk |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 180 acres | |
| Miles Of Trail | 26 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 950 to 1100 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Not Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps |  Few | |
| Large Jumps | Few | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Few | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (E) | Shell (330) 866-5115 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (E) | Shell (330) 866-5115 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (W) | Bear Creek Resort Ranch KOA (330) 484-3901 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (W) | Bear Creek Resort Ranch KOA (330) 484-3901 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (W) | Bear Creek Resort Ranch KOA (330) 484-3901 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (W) | Bear Creek Resort Ranch KOA (330) 484-3901 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (E) | Mc Dades Market (330) 866-4151 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($5.00 per vehicle) spectator fee - $5/person |
| Riding | Yes ($25.00 per rider) Kids 8-10 $10/rider |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $0.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 camping permitted at KOA - call for rates and availability |
| Comment | motocross track - additional $5/person |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | East Sparta, OH | ||
| Address | Downing St SW, East Sparta, OH 44626 | ||
| From: Canton, OH
1) Take I-77 South to Exit 99 2) Turn left (east) off the exit ramp onto Fohl Street, continue 1 mile 3) Turn right (south) onto Dueber Ave, continue 4.5 miles 4) Turn left (east) onto Downing Street, continue .6 miles 5) Park entrance is on the right (south).* *Note: ATV trails are located about 1 mile east past the KOA Campground. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Bear Creek Ranch KOA 3232 Downing Street East Sparta, OH 44626 (330) 484-3901 (800) 562-3903 koabearcreek@gmail.com bearcreek@bearcreek.us www.bearcreek.us |
Bear Creek Trail Photo
The park is family friendly and has flat open practice areas for beginners. Photo Submitted 7/4/2017 (Thanks!)
Bear Creek Trail Photo
ATVs are very popular here. Photo Submitted 2/25/2018 (Thanks!)
Bear Creek Trail Photo
This park is one of the few places in the state that remain open year-round. Photo Submitted 2/25/2018 (Thanks!)
Bear Creek Trail Photo
The trails are open year-round, even during the cold winter months. Photo Submitted 2/25/2018 (Thanks!)
Bear Creek Trail Photo
The main staging area has plenty of room for trailers and trucks but is day use only. Photo Submitted 8/27/2014 (Thanks!)
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS