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The Hanging Rock ORV Trails, located in the Wayne National Forest, offers about 26 miles of challenging loops that wind through a former strip-mined area. The trails are a mix of hard-packed and loose dirt, with steep uphill and downhill descents, water crossings, and a few small jumps and berms. The park is best suited for expert riders, with some intermediate-level terrain.
The trail is open to motorcycles, ATVs, and UTVs with a maximum width of 50 inches. Jeeps are prohibited. A permit is required to ride, and the trail is also open to hikers and mountain bikers. Camping is permitted in some areas, and night riding is allowed.Dirt Bike Trail System
Hanging Rock ORV Trails
AKA: Hanging Rock Trail System, Wayne National Forest, Ironton Ranger District
Hanging Rock, OH
Trail System Statistics
Braaply Rating
Good
Approximate Size
6,400 acres (10 sq mi)
Miles of Trail
26 miles
Elevation Range
600 to 900 ft.
Operating Season
April 1 - December 15
About Hanging Rock ORV Trails
The Hanging Rock ORV Trails, located in the Wayne National Forest, offers about 26 miles of challenging loops that wind through a former strip-mined area. The trails are a mix of hard-packed and loose dirt, with steep uphill and downhill descents, water crossings, and a few small jumps and berms. The park is best suited for expert riders, with some intermediate-level terrain. The trail is open to motorcycles, ATVs, and UTVs with a maximum width of 50 inches. Jeeps are prohibited. A permit is required to ride, and the trail is also open to hikers and mountain bikers. Camping is permitted in...
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Terrain Details
Surface Types
Loose Dirt
Few
Hard Pack
Mostly
Sand
None
Rocks
Little
Natural Features
Trees
Lots
Steep Hills
Few
Water Crossings
Few
Trail Features
Small Jumps
Few
Large Jumps
None
Berms
Few
Pits
None
Trail Types
Singletrack
Few
Roads
None
Traffic & Safety
Rider Traffic
Many
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
Little
Amateur Terrain
Few
Expert Terrain
Mostly
Terrain Difficulty
Terrain for a variety of skill levels.
Trail Maintenance
Trails are marked, though not rated for difficulty, and somewhat maintained.
Terrain Hazards
Watch out for a few areas with hazards (assumed marked but use caution).
Getting Here & Info
Parking
No parking fees reported.
Camping
Dispersed camping is permitted.
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
Wayne NF Trail Permit and Ohio APV Tag
Official Information
https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/wayne/recreation/hanging-rock-ohv-systemOperating Season
April 1 - December 15
Trailhead Coordinates
38.5841959, -82.7232808
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