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This 7,000-acre trail system in Harlan County, Kentucky, features approximately 150 miles of rugged routes carved from former strip-mine and logging roads. With elevations ranging from 1,180 to 3,320 feet, the terrain offers green (easy), blue (intermediate), and red (advanced) ATV-rated trails--many shared with 4x4 vehicles. Dirt bikers can expect rocky hardpack, rolling climbs, tight technical sections, and occasional mud, with minimal berms or jumps.
The park caters to riders seeking challenging, all-day adventures rather than flowy motocross features. Dual trailheads at Putney and Evarts provide access, maps, and camping options for extended off-road exploration.Dirt Bike Trail System
Black Mountain Off-Road Adventure Area
AKA: Black Mountain, Black Mountain Recreation Park, Black Mountain OHV Park, Evarts Trailhead, Putney Trailhead, Harlan County
Evarts, KY
Trail System Statistics
Braaply Rating
Awesome
Approximate Size
7,000 acres (11 sq mi)
Miles of Trail
150 miles
Elevation Range
1200 to 3300 ft.
Operating Season
All Year
About Black Mountain Off-Road Adventure Area
This 7,000-acre trail system in Harlan County, Kentucky, features approximately 150 miles of rugged routes carved from former strip-mine and logging roads. With elevations ranging from 1,180 to 3,320 feet, the terrain offers green (easy), blue (intermediate), and red (advanced) ATV-rated trails--many shared with 4x4 vehicles. Dirt bikers can expect rocky hardpack, rolling climbs, tight technical sections, and occasional mud, with minimal berms or jumps. The park caters to riders seeking challenging, all-day adventures rather than flowy motocross features. Dual trailheads at Putney and Evarts...
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Terrain Details
Surface Types
Loose Dirt
Little
Hard Pack
Mostly
Sand
None
Rocks
Mostly
Natural Features
Trees
Lots
Steep Hills
Few
Water Crossings
Few
Trail Features
Small Jumps
None
Large Jumps
None
Berms
Few
Pits
None
Trail Types
Singletrack
Few
Roads
None
Traffic & Safety
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
Mostly
Amateur Terrain
Few
Expert Terrain
Little
Terrain Difficulty
Terrain for a variety of skill levels.
Trail Maintenance
Trails are regularly maintained, visibly marked, and rated for difficulty.
Terrain Hazards
Watch out for a few areas with hazards (assumed marked but use caution).
Getting Here & Info
Parking
Parking fees reported
Camping
Camping is allowed in developed sites only.
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
Black Mountain General Use Permit
Official Information
https://www.blackmountainoffroad.com/Operating Season
All Year
Trailhead Coordinates
36.8805637, -83.1906068
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