Where to ride
Where to ride dirt bikes in Oregon
Public riding areas, private motocross tracks and the permits Oregon asks for. Public areas are quoted from the managing agency's page, tracks from their own sites, each dated. Places close for fire, weather, seasons, races and repairs, so check the page before you go.
- Public areas
- 8
- Tracks
- 1
- On the map
- 8
- Reviewed
- 2026-09-30
Areas
Public land the managing agency describes for off-highway riding, and privately run tracks and riding parks open to the public. Each card quotes the place’s own page on the riding, vehicles, season, ride days, fees, camping and size; what the page does not print is named on a hatched line. The Forest Service and the BLM publish motor vehicle use maps for public land not listed here.
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1. Tillamook State Forest OHV areas (Browns Camp, Jordan Creek, Diamond Mill)
In the Tillamook State Forest, the Browns Camp, Jordan Creek, and Diamond Mill OHV areas alone provide more than 250 miles of riding opportunity through some of the more scenic areas of the forest.
Quoted facts for Tillamook State Forest OHV areas (Browns Camp, Jordan Creek, Diamond Mill): riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
The trails in the Diamond Mill of the Tillamook State Forest area are mostly single track trails for motorcycle use only.
- Vehicles
OHV areas include trails for motorcycle, quad, and four-wheel drive enthusiasts that range from easy to challenging.
- Season
Many of the Tillamook State Forest OHV trails are open year round.
source- Fees
Day-use is free unless you are occupying a campsite.
- Camping
In addition to trails, the Browns Camp, Jordan Creek and Diamond Mill campgrounds and staging areas provide overnight and day use opportunities.
- Size
- In the quote above
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- Not on the pages we checked: Ride days
Tillamook State Forest OHV areas (Browns Camp, Jordan Creek, Diamond Mill), official pagechecked 2026-09-29
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2. Millican Valley OHV Trail System
This trail use area provides year-round riding for Class I, II and III users and includes 255 miles of designated routes, nine staging areas, and three play areas.
Quoted facts for Millican Valley OHV Trail System: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
- In the quote above
- Vehicles
Trails and play areas are provided for Class I, II, and III off-highway vehicles (OHVs), although other trail users can use these trails as well.
- Season
Millican Plateau is open year round.
- Fees
No fees - Oregon State ATV Permit Required.
- Size
- In the quote above
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- Not on the pages we checked: Ride days, Camping
Millican Valley OHV Trail System, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Map pin on the BLM page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Millican Valley OHV Trail System Back to the map
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3. Christmas Valley Sand Dunes (Lost Forest/Dunes/Fossil ACEC)
It is a popular destination for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts with nearly 8,900 acres of the Sand Dunes site open to vehicle use.
Quoted facts for Christmas Valley Sand Dunes (Lost Forest/Dunes/Fossil ACEC): riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
The Christmas Valley Sand Dunes Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC) in south-central Oregon is the largest inland shifting sand dune system in the Pacific Northwest.
- Vehicles
Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs) are allowed only on designated routes or areas.
- Camping
Camping is allowed in designated sites only.
- Size
- In the quote above
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- Not on the pages we checked: Season, Ride days, Fees
Christmas Valley Sand Dunes (Lost Forest/Dunes/Fossil ACEC), official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Printed geographic coordinates on the BLM page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Christmas Valley Sand Dunes (Lost Forest/Dunes/Fossil ACEC) Back to the map
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4. Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area
Among the tree islands, open dunes, wetlands, and beaches you will find Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) riding, hiking, paddling, wildlife viewing, birding, camping, picnicking, sand play - the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area has it all.
Quoted facts for Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
- In the quote above
- Camping
Horsfall Sand Camping area is on the sand in the southern edge of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.
source- Size
In 1972, Congress designated this 31,500-acre portion of the Siuslaw National Forest as a National Recreation Area in recognition of its unique values.
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- Not on the pages we checked: Vehicles, Season, Ride days, Fees
Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Printed latitude and longitude (staging area) (page), checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area Back to the map
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5. Sand Lake Recreation Area
The Sand Lake Recreation Area is popular with OHV riders but offers a variety of recreational opportunities.
Quoted facts for Sand Lake Recreation Area: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
It covers 1,076 acres of open sand dunes, surrounded by forests and adjacent to the Pacific Ocean.
- Fees
A fee is required at all campgrounds, the day use lot and the open sand.
- Camping
Sand Lake has three developed campgrounds, a dispersed camping area, and a day use staging area that allow access the sand dunes and beach.
- Size
It covers 1,076 acres of open sand dunes, surrounded by forests and adjacent to the Pacific Ocean.
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- Not on the pages we checked: Vehicles, Season, Ride days
Sand Lake Recreation Area, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Printed latitude and longitude (page), checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Sand Lake Recreation Area Back to the map
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6. East Fort Rock OHV Trail System (Camp II OHV Staging Area)
Provides camping and parking for access to the: East Fort Rock OHV Trail System Area
Quoted facts for East Fort Rock OHV Trail System (Camp II OHV Staging Area): riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
There is a learners' loop adjacent to the staging area.
- Fees
No fees are required for this site
- Camping
Provides camping and parking
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- Not on the pages we checked: Vehicles, Season, Ride days, Size
East Fort Rock OHV Trail System (Camp II OHV Staging Area), official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Printed latitude and longitude on the Forest Service page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, East Fort Rock OHV Trail System (Camp II OHV Staging Area) Back to the map
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7. Blue Mountain OHV Trail #O-1972
The Blue Mountain OHV Trail (#O-1972) is the longest OHV trail on the Forest.
Quoted facts for Blue Mountain OHV Trail #O-1972: riding, season, fees, camping
- Vehicles
Off Highway Vehicles (OHVs) less than or equal to 50 inches wide are allowed on the trail; OHVs wider than 50 inches are prohibited.
- Fees
No fees are required for this site
- Size
This 50.6 mile long trail goes through open ponderosa pine and fir forests, across sagebrush grasslands, and small streams
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- Not on the pages we checked: Riding, Season, Ride days, Camping
Blue Mountain OHV Trail #O-1972, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Printed latitude and longitude (trailhead (Oregon OHV Trailhead, linked from the trail page)) (page), checked 2026-09-30. Open this point in maps, Blue Mountain OHV Trail #O-1972 Back to the map
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8. McCubbins Gulch OHV Area
McCubbins Gulch OHV riding area is located approximately 50 miles southeast of Portland.
Quoted facts for McCubbins Gulch OHV Area: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
While McCubbins doesn't offer any off-highway opportunities for full sized 4x4s or side-by-sides over 50 inches in width, it does offer approximately 72 miles of Class 3 (single track) with approximately 50 miles also open to Class 1 (quads).
- Vehicles
Although originally designed and laid out with dirt bikes in mind, many of the established trails have been opened up to quads.
- Season
McCubbins Gulch OHV Riding Area is subject to a seasonal closure to protect winter range for elk and deer populations during the winter months, December 1 to March 31.
- Fees
Day use: $10/day/vehicle
- Camping
McCubbins Campground & Day Use Area is also ATV amenable, but there are many dispersed camping sites scattered throughout the entire riding area - please use caution.
- Size
While McCubbins doesn't offer any off-highway opportunities for full sized 4x4s or side-by-sides over 50 inches in width, it does offer approximately 72 miles of Class 3 (single track) with approximately 50 miles also open to Class 1 (quads).
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- Not on the pages we checked: Ride days
McCubbins Gulch OHV Area, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Printed latitude and longitude (page), checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, McCubbins Gulch OHV Area Back to the map
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9. Albany Motorsports Park
Proudly ran and operated by the Leach family for over 50 years.
Quoted facts for Albany Motorsports Park: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
Fully prepped & watered track
source- Season
Wed 3pm-Dark | Sat-Sun 8am-4pm
source- Ride days
Practice (Before the race) at 8:30AM and racing starting at 10:30AM.
source- Fees
All public practices are $35 dollars a person.
source- Camping
Hookups available but limited
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- Not on the pages we checked: Vehicles, Size
Address as printed: 33648 Berry Dr NE, Albany, OR 97322
Albany Motorsports Park, own sitechecked 2026-09-30
Map point: Approximate: centre of ZIP code 97322 (Census ZIP code area), from the address printed on the page, checked 2026-09-30. Back to the map
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Permits and stickers
What the state's own pages say riders need on public land, quoted word for word. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) runs the program; its page is below. Private tracks set their own rules, entry forms and gear requirements.
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Non-residents
Oregon ATV Operating Permit (same permit as residents)
There is not a different permit for out of state residents. You would just purchase the regular Oregon ATV Permit and that would be valid for 2 years.
Official pagechecked 2026-09-29
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Non-residents
Reciprocity with other states' permits
Oregon accepts permits from other states which accept our permits, including California and Nevada. Other states such as Washington, Idaho, Utah and Arizona do not accept Oregon permits, therefore we cannot accept theirs.
Official pagechecked 2026-09-29
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Everyone
Oregon ATV Operating Permit (ATV sticker), Class I, II, III or IV
The ATV Operating Permit, also known at ATV Sticker or Decal, is required when operating a Class I, II, III or IV ATV on lands open to the public for ATV use.
Official pagechecked 2026-09-29
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Everyone
Class III ATV (motorcycle) classification
Class III ATVs are 2 wheeled motorcycles. This includes dual sport (street legal) motorcycles that are used on trails.
Official pagechecked 2026-09-29
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Everyone
Oregon ATV Operating Permit for plated motorcycles on trails or dunes
If a vehicle, such as a motorcycle or truck has a license plate, they need the permit on trails or sand dunes.
Official pagechecked 2026-09-29
The state program
ATV Program (All-Terrain Vehicles In Oregon), run by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD).
Riding areas are managed by various Federal, State, County and non-profit organization landowners.
ATV Program (All-Terrain Vehicles In Oregon), official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Before you go
Each place's own page has its current status, seasons, fees and which trails take which vehicles. Rules differ between places and change with fire danger, weather and race schedules, so read it on the day. Tracks set their own gear, age and entry rules.
Official maps
- Places to Ride (Oregon Parks and Recreation Department)
- Tillamook State Forest Off-Highway Vehicle Trail Map (ODF)
- Christmas Valley Sand Dunes Map (BLM)
- OHV Use on National Forests in Washington and Oregon (USFS)
- Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM), Willamette National Forest (USFS)
The state law behind the permits, helmets and young riders, cited: Oregon electric dirt bike law.
Near a state line? The nearest-places finder looks across every state.
Riding with kids? Where kids can ride lists the places whose own pages mention young riders.
Packing for the day? See the trail-day kit.
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Nothing on this page says anyone may ride anywhere: it points to the agencies that decide. A tag such as “Camping” means the quoted page says so, not that we have been there. Reviewed 2026-09-30.