Dirt Trails are CLOSED - Camping Fee Increase reminder

 Spring brings rain showers!

The dirt trails have been closed for the time being.

May 1st Camping Fee Increases

Lick Creek Unit - Upper & Lower campground rates will be $13 per night.

Bitternut & White Oak campground will be $9 per night.

The weather is finally getting to be nice enough to enjoy camping and riding.  As we know spring showers pop up quite frequently, so go prepared for any unexpected weather conditions.

Have fun, enjoy your ride, bike, or hike, and continue to be respectfully of everyone you meet along the trail.

Stay Safe! 

I hope to see you on the trail soon!

Kathy

Editor. 

Trails are OPEN 4-16-21

The Trails are Open.

We are expecting rain and colder temperatures in the next few days.  Please avoid the very soggy, wet areas so they will dry properly.

There was a  rider out checking trails this am after they were opened: Riders should exercise caution as some dirt trails remain slick—especially in the creek bottoms and heavier timber.

As always, stay safe- be courteous of fellow riders- do your part to keep the trails clean - allow plenty of social distancing space between riders - but most of all - enjoy your time in the forest!

Happy Trails

Kathy 

Editor

Bridge is now closed as of April 7, 2021

 Lick Creek Bridge is officially closed!

There is access to Lick Creek road.

Want to ride in the Lick Creek Unit of Shimek? 

You can still get there - you just have to travel a little bit further to reach your destination.  

 Reminder: According to DOT, they will close Highway 2 for through traffic between Farmington and Donnellson beginning April 7th. Traffic from Farmington to the Lick Creek entrance WILL BE OPEN! See this Map from DOT. To get to the Lick Creek entrance which is immediately west of the "Lick Creek Bridge Project" on the map, you must drive from Farmington east on Highway 2. (They are replacing the Lick Creek Bridge. ) You may encounter construction crews and equipment on that section of highway 2, so you need to be extra careful and expect possible delays.

As always, please stay clear of the construction site.  Be mindful of any construction equipment or workers along the road or site area.  

Let make the best of this inconvenience and still enjoy a summer full of camping, riding, and hiking.

I hope to see you along the trail one day soon!

Kathy

Editor