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Saddle Mountain
Thursday, December 12, 2024
| Other Names | Columbia River, Lower Crab Creek |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This large piece of public land offers about 4,500 acres of high desert terrain that consists of narrow single track, makeshift motocross tracks, rocky 4x4 trails and rugged hill climbs.
There are no trees and vegetation is sparse, mainly consisting of sage and various scrub brush. All vehicles are permitted but there are no services, so come prepared.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | WA ORV Tab |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| 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 | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 4,500 acres (7 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 20 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 486 to 2700 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Some | |
| Mud |  None | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees | None | |
| Steep Hills |  Many | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps |  Few | |
| Large Jumps | Some | |
| Berms | Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Shade | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | BLM |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Mattawa, WA | |
| Diesel | Mattawa, WA | |
 Water | Mattawa, WA | |
 RV Hookup | Mattawa, WA | |
 RV Disposal | Mattawa, WA | |
| Campground | Mattawa, WA | |
 Conv Store | Mattawa, WA |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Mattawa, WA | ||
| Address | Rd R SW, Mattawa, WA 99349 | ||
| From: Yakima, WA
1) Take Hwy 24 East about 40 miles 2) Turn left (north) to stay on Hwy 24, continue about 5 miles 3) Continue straight onto Hwy 243, continue about 15 miles 4) Turn right (east) onto Road 24, continue 2.1 miles 5) Turn left (north) onto "R" Road, continue about 3 miles toward staging area. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Wenatchee Field Office 915 Walla Walla Avenue Wenatchee, WA 98801 (509) 665-2100 blm_or_wn_mail@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
Saddle Mountain Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/29/2022 (Thanks!)
Saddle Mountain Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/29/2022 (Thanks!)
Saddle Mountain Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 3/13/2023 (Thanks!)
Saddle Mountain Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 2/4/2023 (Thanks!)
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