As many of you know UTV riding trails are limited in some states, countries, regions etc... My home state is one of which has been limited due to large scale timber cutting and hunting land leases. There are not very many areas to ride in my immediate area now due to this fact. The only areas that are available to ride close are family land and some areas that have been ridden for years but are now being divided up into separate tracts of land which some are being gated and posted no trespassing so riding trips are now more difficult to plan. I would personally like to see more photos and videos of safe riding areas despite where they are knowing these locations is great for some people since they may be in that area. As soon as I do more research I will be posting some major riding areas and try to cover a majority of the states. My personal favorite that is close to me is Windrock in Oliver Springs, TN. Here is the address for this park Windrock Park Trailhead 912 Windrock Road Oliver Springs, TN 37840.This is a privately owned park for recreational vehicles of all types.
Trail manners and maintenance
During a lot of my rides on all trails and even my own personal private property I use for riding I have came across a lot of trash laying around that could have simply been taken care of by carrying a trash bag or by simply putting your empty water or soda containers back into your cooler. When land owners see all this waste left behind by riders and passers by this is when the land is posted with no trespassing signs and in the end the fun is ruined for everyone because of a few who neglected this privilege. So long story short please dispose of your waste properly and do us all a favor that love to ride or just love the environment in general. Another suggestion for all of us is to perform regular vehicle maintenance before hitting the trails. So check your tire pressure, check for leaks, and check your fluid levels. And depending on the type of riding you are doing or area make sure your vital areas are well protected on your machine.
Safety gear
As we all know not everyone will choose to wear a helmet or protective gear while riding. But before hitting the trails, especially if you are going to a new riding area be sure and check the locations requirements to ride there. Some areas require helmets, for the vehicle to be registered and for a flag of a certain length to be mounted for visibility. Also make sure you are aware of the weather forecast and always be prepared because mother nature is never predictable. Make sure and dress for the occasion especially if you are planning on staying a few days, always bring back up gear and clothing. And one very important safety tip always stay hydrated and bring food that can be kept dry and last for a couple of days, no one likes to eat a two day old soggy tuna fish sandwich. Also be sure and be aware of your surroundings riding trails may not be marked at all especially on private grounds that are not public parks, it is so easy to get turned around or on the wrong path during a night ride I myself know this personally. There are several GPS apps available that are free to download for smart phones if you don't already have a trail GPS. Remember to always be cautious of other riders because we all use the trails, so survey the area closely and listen for other riders off road catastrophes are very common and can usually be prevented with some safety. As always be safe and happy riding.
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