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Red Lake Trailhead

The Forest Service designed Red Lake Trailhead for a family experience. The OHV trails travel across old logging roads and through scenic Aspen groves that are particularly nice in the fall. The trails also allow for riders to park their OHVs and access hiking routes, such as Buzzards Roost, that overlook the Spearfish Canyon. The trails are open from May 15 – December 15 to vehicles of 62-inch width or less. OHVs may travel on all routes marked or mapped as open. The gravel pit and piles near…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 44.33896228, -103.99035144

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Old Baldy Trailhead (Trail #66)
  • Little Spearfish Trailhead (Trail #80)
  • Rimrock Trailhead (Trail #79)
  • Cement Ridge Fire Lookout
  • Stageyard Trailhead
  • Crow Peak Trailhead (Trail #64)

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Lake Trailhead reservable?

Red Lake Trailhead is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Red Lake Trailhead?

See the map for Red Lake Trailhead's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Red Lake Trailhead?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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