Foresthill ride area
The OHV loops are snowed in as of 12/28/06.
Foresthill has an outstanding, nearly 100 mile OHV trail system suitable for both motorcycles and quad runners. There is little or no four-wheel-drive country on the District. The trail system is mostly easy to moderate routes, with a few miles of difficult, challenging trail. There is no flat track or motocross arena. This system is trail riding out in the woods.
Traffic on the trails is two-way and in some cases, the trails cross paved roads. Please be aware that unless you're licensed and your machine is street legal, riding on the pavement (except going straight across at "official" crossings mentioned above) is prohibited.
If you go bring your own maps, you will need them. If you have a large group make sure everyone in your group has a map. The Ranger Station is short on maps and may not have enough for your whole group.
Staging Areas to access the trail system are located at Parker Flat/Sugar Pine Staging, accessed by driving nine miles east of Foresthill on the Foresthill Divide road, then turning left on the Sugar Pine road, and traveling six miles to the staging areas. China Wall Staging area is located approximately 14 miles east of Foresthill on the Foresthill Divide road, and is the best access for loops 5 and 6, which are motorcycle only. During winter, China Wall is a good place for snowmobile staging.
OHVs are required to have current proof of registration, as well as a USFS approved spark arrestor year round. For complete details about green sticker requirements, visit the California dmv or the CA State Parks websites. Riders from out-of-state must have proof of registration from their home state, or a CA non-resident OHV permit.
