Crane Mountain is a rough and ready ride for you and your ATV. This trail is not one of the longest in the forest system, but it is one of the steepest and most challenging ATV trails in the area.
These are multi-use trails and are open to motorcycles, off-highway vehicles, 4 x 4 vehicles and snowmobiles. Please be aware that the trail to the north of Crane Mt. Peak is NON-MOTORIZED and do not ride it at any point on your ATV.
If you're a newer or novice ATVer please make sure that you have someone experienced along for the ride for this trail system as some areas are very steep and be treacherous if you don't know proper navigation. Experienced ATVers will enjoy this trail system immensely.
As with all national forest lands, please be sure that you have your spark arrestor in place prior to riding and that you have a muffler in place. Doing a pre-ride inspection is always a great idea prior to a ride on your ATV, but when the terrain is rough, it's almost mandatory. You don't want to get stuck on a steep incline and have a small part malfunction because you didnt tighten a bolt or screw or check your spark plugs. Most maintenance is extremely minor and easy to keep up.
Be sure you do not ride these ATV trails alone and always make sure at least one person knows where you going and when you are supposed to return.
The parking area is generous and has ample room to turn around with your ATV trailer. The trail directions are conveniently signed and all in all this is a very well designed ATV riding area.
