Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area

Activity pass ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

McClellan Creek National Grassland (NF) · Open Access

2,939 ft
Elevation
Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area Trailhead
Photo: USFS Stock Photo · Recreation.gov

The Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area Trailhead is located outside of the Lake McClellan Campground. This multiple-use trail system is approximately 10 miles in length with a difficulty rating of light to moderate.

Passes are per (1) Off Highway Vehicle (OHV). You may print the pass and keep it with the vehicle, print a copy for each operator to carry, or send and download the pass to your device(s). 

UTV's and ATV's may be used on designated trails only. Jeeps, pickups, and dune buggies (sand rails) may not be used on the UTV/ATV Trail.

Trails are closed the second Friday through Sunday in December for a youth hunt in the area.

The facts

  • Season: Year round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026

Getting there

35.20453, -100.87433 · 35°12'16.3"N 100°52'27.6"W

Directions (Google Maps) · Directions (Apple Maps)

Typical weather

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Precip in0.70.71.51.73.03.32.42.72.31.90.80.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area

Can you reserve a site at Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area?
Yes, Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.

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Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • $3 per day use. $10 per night for single unit camping, $15 per night for water and electric hookups. $5 per ATV to use designated trail. If you do not have a pass, you may purchase one online , or look for the Pay Station on site. Envelopes for payment are in the box next to the fee tube. CASH OR CH

Restrictions:

  • ATVs may not be ridden in the campground.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Lake McClellan UTV/ATV Area

Comments

Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.