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Red Lake
Thursday, January 23, 2025
| Other Names | Black Hills National Forest, Northern Hills Ranger District, Prospect Gulch, Iron Creek, Little Spearfish Creek, Schoolhouse Gulch, Tollgate Road, Sawmill Gulch, Seamore Gulch |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
This area offers around 20 miles of offroad trails. The main staging area is located near a shallow lake that is usually dry most of the year.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Black Hills National Forest Motorized Trail Permit |
| Dates Open | May 15 - December 15 | |
| 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 | Yes (62 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 62 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | vehicles must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $24.00 RV: $24.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $7.00 Timon Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Savoy, SD | ||
| Address | Tinton Road, Lead, SD 57754 | ||
| From: Spearfish, SD
1) Take Tinton Road south about 15 miles 2) Trailhead entrance is on the left (east). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Black Hills National Forest - Northern Hills Ranger District 2014 N. Main Street Spearfish, SD 57783 (605) 642-4622 sm.fs.r2_bkf_webin@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Mad Mountain Adventures 11201 US Hwy 14A Lead, SD 57754 (605) 578-1878 www.madmountainadventure.com |
| Comment | ATV and snowmobile rentals. |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 3,200 acres (5 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 20 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 5200 to 6000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Single Track |  None | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Savoy, SD | |
| Diesel | Savoy, SD | |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (S) | Timon Campground (605) 642-4622 |
 RV Hookup | Savoy, SD | |
 RV Disposal | Savoy, SD | |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (S) | Timon Campground (605) 642-4622 |
 Conv Store | Savoy, SD |
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