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Poison Spider OHV Area
Thursday, December 12, 2024
| Other Names | Poison Spider Bentonite Pit, Natrona County |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This popular area area offers a large open play pit, some steep hill climbs, mud pits and scattered obstacle courses to explore. All vehicle types are welcomed but this area is very popular with Jeeps and 4x4s.
The main staging area offers plenty of space for parking and restrooms. There is no fee to ride but machines must display a current Wyoming OHV Sticker.
Overnight parking is not permitted but camping can be found a short distance away at Fort Caspar Campground.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | WY ORV Permit |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | All non-residents must purchase a Wyoming ORV permit. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| 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 | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Permitted | |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Gravel Pit |
| Land | BLM |
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 | Casper, WY | ||
| Address | Poison Spider Road, Casper, WY 82604 | ||
| From: Casper, WY
1) Take US-20 West about 2 miles 2) Turn left on Poison Spider Road, continue 9.5 miles 3) Park entrance is on the right (north). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Casper Field Office 2987 Prospector Drive Casper, WY 82604-2968 (307) 261-7600 casper_wymail@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
| Contact Info | Wyoming Department of State Parks 2301 Central Avenue Cheyenne, WY 82002 (877) 996-7275 (307) 777-6323 state.parks.parks@wyo.gov wyoparks.state.wy.us |
| Comment | ORV Permit Info |
Poison Spider Riding Area Photo
Photo Submitted 5/30/2013 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 284 acres | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 5500 to 5600 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack | Little | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Some | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  Few | |
| Steep Hills |  Many | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps | Few | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Many | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Ghost Town Fuel Stop & Restaurant (307) 472-0200 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Ghost Town Fuel Stop & Restaurant (307) 472-0200 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (E) | Fort Caspar Campground (307) 234-3260 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (E) | Fort Caspar Campground (307) 234-3260 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (E) | Fort Caspar Campground (307) 234-3260 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (E) | Fort Caspar Campground (307) 234-3260 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Ghost Town Fuel Stop & Restaurant (307) 472-0200 |
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