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We just wanted to touch on a subject of the Black Hills National Forest trails. The FS is starting to use their Trail Rangers and Law Enforcement Officers (LEO) to enforce the 62" width limit on trails. The fine can be as much as $280 plus more if they determine resource damage you may cause by, for example, crossing a creek instead of using the bridge as you are too wide or playing in mud holes. Those fines can add more than $500.
We at SDAUA know that there are many machines out there that don't fit under that 62" width limit and there are currently thousands of miles of trails/roads open to all with no width restrictions. There are also MANY machines that do fit 62" trails. We, as an association are looking into asking the FS to widen that limit from 62" to as much as 65" as that is what the original environmental impact study was for. If you want wider, there will need to be another study costing time and money. Money that could be used to add trails & maintain trails, provide maps, increase trail signage and more.
Here is a quick rundown on what the BHNF has to offer riders:
3157 miles of system roads
548 miles of roads open to all
148 miles of trails open to all
397 miles of 62" trails
72 miles of 50" trails (in WY)
90 Miles of single track trails
In the meantime, we ask that you respect the rules of the Black Hills National Forest and respect the 62" width limit. We would also ask that you respect other trail users (hikers, bikers, horses, etc...) and home/cabin owners by keeping the noise down, slow down near other trail users and in general just show respect to others. We all want to enjoy the Black Hills, in different ways, however we need to respect each other.
We as an association are always open for input from the ATV/UTV community so please feel free to leave constructive feedback. If the comments are rude or disrespectful they will be deleted.
Great tips on seeing the beautiful fall colors of the Black Hills.Fall is a beautiful time to ride motorized roads and trails on the Forest. Below are a few pointers to help ensure a positive riding experience on the Forest. #ridewithrespect #TreadLightly #FirstDayofFall
• Leave gates as you found them
• Yield to non-motorized users
• Obtain travel map & area regulations
• Stay on designated roads & trails
• Go over, not around obstacles
• Avoid wet & muddy trails
Motorized trail permits are available from several local vendors www.fs.usda.gov/detail/blackhills/passes-permits/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5063173 & also online: www.blackhillsbadlands.com/store/permits-passes
Motor Vehicle Use Maps are available at: www.fs.usda.gov/detail/blackhills/maps-pubs/?cid=FSEPRD533421
See the Forest’s Motorized Recreation video for more information: www.facebook.com/1386023841658215/videos/529846941216942
Don't forget about the Sturgis Offroad Rally. Starts today through Sunday. Get out there and have some fun.
More information at officialsturgisevents.com/off-road-rally/
Great event to raise money for a great cause. Be part of giving back through the off road community next weekend.
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