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North Cumberland OHV Park
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Sundquist Unit, Cumberland Mountains, Campbell County, New River, Tackett Creek OHV, Royal Blue East |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This large trail system offers almost 900+ miles of public trails open to motorized use. Many of the trails are marked and rated and form multiple interconnecting loops with many scenic views. There is a good variety of terrain that ranges from smooth and hard packed to rugged and rutted with gradual hill climbs. Waterfalls, abandoned mines, large rock formations are among the many things to discover here.
Primitive camping is permitted throughout the forest and there are a couple designated staging areas but there are no services. Most visitors choose to park at one of the local campgrounds that border the forest. Rock Ridge Retreat at Royal Blue, Ride Royal Blue RV Campground, Stinking Creek Campground, The Ridges at Royal Blue Campground, Royal Blue RV Park and Eagle Rock Resort Campground offer guests direct trail access in addition to modern campsites with electric and water hookups, cabin rentals, trail maps and permits (call first to verify rates and availability).
The trails are open year-round but during hunting season riders and passengers are required to wear blaze orange vests. Permits can be purchased online or in person at one of the campgrounds or local vendors. Call before you haul.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | TWRA Riding Permit (not required for riders under 13) |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | TWRA Riding Permit required. One permit per vehicle, passengers ride free. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (86 dB) | 86dBs measured at 50' from exhaust |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | 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 persons under 18 (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Blaze orange vests required November through January, can be purchased at various RV campgrounds. | |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | State Forest, Private |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($37.50 per rider) Non-Resident Daily Permit - $37/OHV; Resident Daily Permit - $15 |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $0.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 RV rates range from $45-$50/night and are based on season and availability. Call or check individual websites for current fees. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Excellent |
| Recommended Stay | 1 Week |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Pioneer, TN, TN | ||
| Address | Flatwoods Road, Jacksboro, TN 37757 | ||
| From: Knoxville, TN
For Southern Segment: 1) Take I-75 North to Exit 141 2) Turn right (north-east) off the exit ramp then another immediate right onto Luther Seiber Lane, continue 1.5 miles 3) Turn left (east) onto Flatwoods Road, continue about 1 mile toward various staging areas. For Northern Segment: 1) Take I-75 North to Exit 144 2) Turn right (north-east) off the exit ramp onto Stinking Creek Road, continue about 4 miles toward various ATV campgrounds and resorts. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency 440 Hogan Road Nashville, TN 37220 (888) 814-8972 (615) 781-6500 rusty.dunn@tn.gov ask.twra@tn.gov www.tn.gov |
| Comment | TN Riding Permit Info |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 146,000 acres (228 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 900 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 820 to 3350 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Mostly | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Mostly | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Many | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | All | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (N) | Shell (423) 562-6060 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (N) | Shell (423) 562-6060 |
 Water | On Site | located at various RV campgrounds |
 RV Hookup | On Site | located at various RV campgrounds |
 RV Disposal | On Site | located at various RV campgrounds |
| Campground | On Site | primitive camping permitted throughout forest |
 Conv Store | On Site | located at various RV campgrounds |
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