About 60 miles of trails and shared roads make up Rock Creek OHV, a more recently developed riding area for quads and motorbikes in the Barlow Ranger District. It is reached from Forest Road 48, roughly 15 miles east of Highway 35 or 14 miles west of Wamic.
The terrain shifts from forest dotted with oaks to deep stands of fir. Elevation runs from around the 2,000-foot mark at Gate Creek Staging Area, down in the southeast, to above the 5,000-foot mark in the far northwest, so conditions can change fast. Volunteers from the Northern Oregon Motorcycle and ATV Club help build and maintain the trails, and some riders camp at dispersed sites.
Things to do
- OHV riding
Getting there
- Located off Forest Road 48, about 15 miles east of Hwy 35 or about 14 miles west of Wamic.
From the Forest Service
Good to know
Dispersed camping is permitted in some areas.
Rules and restrictions
Class 1 and Class 3 ATVs
The OHV trail system closes for the season beginning December 1 through March 31 to help protect the winter range. Contact the Barlow Ranger District for current status.
State of Oregon Rules for OHV Use apply
Passes and permits
All riders are required to have a State of Oregon Safety Education card in their possession and a current State of Oregon permit, or state of reciprocity, decal on their OHV. Learn more about ATVs in Oregon.
Season details
April - November