High and Extreme wildfire danger closes the trail system until it is back down to Moderate or Low fire danger. Summer wildfire danger may result in temporary trail closure. Be respectful of neighboring private lands.
Permit required — • A valid Oregon State ATV permit is required for all OHVs.
Guide
About this area
The Shotgun OHV System offers a mix of challenges, scenic views, technical features, and amenities to satisfy the OHV enthusiast.
Facilities
2 OHV facilities: Crooked Creek Staging Site and Cascade View OHV Complex
Full agency description
Looking for that motorized trail experience to enjoy with family and friends? The Shotgun OHV System offers a mix of challenges, scenic views, technical features, and amenities to satisfy the OHV enthusiast. Thirty miles of forest trails wind throughout 8,320 acres of low-elevation forest uniquely situated within the mid-Willamette Valley. Following a good ride, visitors can unwind and warm themselves at 2 OHV facilities, Crooked Creek Staging Site and Cascade View OHV Complex. Novice riders can further hone their skills at the dedicated training site and beginners trail loop that are included within the Cascade View OHV Complex. Know Before You Go: The Shotgun OHV Staging Area is open YEAR ROUND unless the area is under High or Extreme wildfire danger. Summer wildfire danger may result in temporary trail closure. High and Extreme wildfire danger closes the trail system until it is back down to Moderate or Low fire danger. Visit Oregon Department of Forestry’s Public Fire Restrictions page for more information. All Class I and II riders must carry on their vehicle a fire extinguisher (8 oz. or larger) during fire season. All Class II and IV operators must carry a fire extinguisher (2 pound or larger) year round. A valid Oregon State ATV permit is required for all OHVs. Point of Interest: Maps of the trail system are located at the 2 staging facilities and the Northwest Oregon BLM Office. The maps also depict intermingled private lands. While riding, stay on signed trails and be respectful of neighboring private lands. Shotgun Creek OHV Area Brochure Shotgun Creek Recreation Area Brochure Explore Oregon Recreation: Shotgun Creek Recreation Area
At a glance
Quick facts
Camping limit
14-day dispersed camping
Managing agency
Bureau of Land Management
Access
Getting there
Shotgun Creek Road — Crooked Creek Staging / Cascade ViewEntrance
Take EXIT 194A from Interstate 5 onto Highway 126. Travel 4 miles east to the 42nd Street exit. Turn LEFT and continue to Marcola Road. Turn RIGHT and continue northeast about 10 miles toward the town of Marcola. Carry on through town toward Shotgun Creek Road — WATCH FOR SIGNAGE. Turn LEFT at Shotgun Creek Road and travel northwest, following signs to the Crooked Creek Staging Site or the Cascade View OHV Complex.
All Class I and II riders must carry on their vehicle a fire extinguisher (8 oz. or larger) during fire season. All Class II and IV operators must carry a fire extinguisher (2 pound or larger) year round.
📋 OREGON — ATV OPERATING PERMIT REQUIRED for every machine ridden off-road on public land. From OPRD online or 170+ permit agents.
🏷️ OREGON SORTS MACHINES INTO FOUR CLASSES and the rules follow the class: CLASS I quads and three-wheelers · CLASS II pickups, SUVs, Jeeps, rock crawlers AND SAND RAILS · CLASS III off-road motorcycles and dirt bikes · CLASS IV side-by-sides and UTVs. Know which one you are riding.
🪖 OREGON — UNDER 18 must wear a DOT-approved helmet with the chin strap fastened. One exception: a youth in a registered street-legal CLASS II vehicle that has a roof or roll bar.
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🧒 OREGON — a supervisor must be 18 or over AND hold a valid ATV Safety Education Card. Any UTV operator without a driver license also needs that card.
Standard OHV rules (3)
Common equipment, registration and trail-use rules still apply.
⭐ RIDE TO THE HIGHEST SAFETY STANDARD, NOT THE LEGAL MINIMUM. What is written below is what the managing agency requires. A helmet, eye protection, a flag and proper gear are what get you home — wear them whether or not the law where you are riding insists on it.
📖 CHECK THE LAW YOURSELF — these requirements come from Oregon Parks & Recreation — ATV Program. Rules change, and you are responsible for compliance: www.oregon.gov
🗺️ NO SIGNAL? TAKE AN OFFLINE MAP. BLM publish free GEOREFERENCED PDF maps that show your live GPS position with no cell service, in the Avenza Maps app or similar. Download the map for this area BEFORE you leave tarmac: www.blm.gov
Permits
Permits & registration
Permit and registration details
• A valid Oregon State ATV permit is required for all OHVs.
State residents
Oregon residents: an Oregon ATV Operating Permit is required. It is $10 and valid for two years.
Out-of-state riders
Out-of-state riders: buy the $10 Oregon ATV Permit, valid two years. It works exactly like the resident permit. Sold online or at roughly 95 agent locations around the state.
Area information is informational only and may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify access, weather, closures, permits and hazards before and during any trip. See Terms.
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