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Posted by: jim
Thanks for the reply Extreme. You are right. These are GREAT trails. They are the best trails I've every been on but they are poorly marked, unlike the Marienville trails, where you find "you are here" maps at every intersection. It wasn't a dangerous trail but still a little challenging when going fast, the hills wern't too steep but had some ruts, rocks, vertical shelfs but nothing to worry about but if not carefull I guess you could get into trouble. If you like to go fast whith ALLOT of errosion bump jumps, this is the place. I couldn't walk the next day from all the jumps you have to stand for. I dont like boring flat trial which this is not. Great berms every where. It rained both days we were there so if you didn't jump'em you were getting a bath. I recommed these trails to anyone. You'll love'em. These were the Athen area trails I rode. Monday creek system. Park & camp at the North most parking area, (off of 278 or 378 or something like that, I cant recall the road, but I'll find out for you) out of the 2 choises in the maze of trails thats located in the south eastern part of the Monday creek trail system. If you look at a map you'll know what I mean, it really looks like a maze & theres 2 main parking lots in that area, so pick the Northern most one on top of a hill. Theres a nice restroom there. The folks there said they never had any trouble w/ locals steeling there but at the north western most parking area of the entire Monday creek system, near the major roads, there has been stuff stollen. The north western parking area is where we parked because looking at the map you cant get lost since the trail in that area is just 1 line for about 9 miles 1 way & hardly any intersections to contend w/ but it is a messy parking area w/ mud everywhere & allot of locals driving around checking your out your stuff. Although we parked at both places & had no problems. If you find a better trail sytem I would love to hear about it becuase this is the best I've seen so far.
Jim
Posted by: jim
The route is 336 then we went C-24 but C-24 is in very small letters & in large letter is something Buchtel Road from then I forget exactly where we went but thats the general area of the parking lot that you want to camp at. Good luck. By the way, what are you guys riding, sport or utility quads? Sport quads would love it but it would be a little tougher on utilities since you cant jump all the errosion bumps as well.
Jim Maloney 98 400 Scrambler
Posted by: jim
Extreme, no I did not camp as you suggested. I actually stayed at the Days Inn outside of Athens but the parking area I was trying to describe had people camping in it & it didn't cost anything. I sat in the truck all day tuesady since I had dislocated my throttle thumb the day before in a wreck & waited for my friends while they rode. I could hold a can of pop much less go for another ride. There were 5 different rangers throughout the day there & they said nothing about camping there to anyone so I guess it was ok. They had a nice restroom there but no showers. The guys that drove in the HUGE mobil homes probably had showers it there. I now remember the camp area you mentioned & I drove past the trail to it but didn't venture into the camp area so I cant comment on it there. I was just trying to discourage MagnumMM against parking in the one scketchy lot. I cant wait to back again. As soon as my thumb heals I'll be back. Great trails.
Jim Maloney 98 400 Scrambler
Posted by: blaster18
Man are there pic Berms at Wayne
i like em
Posted by: EXtreme-
Jim, did you not go to Williams campground like I suggested or am I missunderstanding your directions. This is the place to go since it is cheap, nice folks, all campers are riders, hot showers, direct trail access....etc.
Posted by: EXtreme-
Take 595 south out of New Straitsville
and follow about five miles south of town...williams campground sign on
a pole...turn left onto gravel rd...take ya right to it. Usually 100% of the people there are there for the trail system. It's only a few bucks a night and well worth the stay.
Posted by: EXtreme-
Pretty sure we're coming in two weeks also...May 19,20,21. We'll be at Williams campground for sure. Will update as time gets closer.
Posted by: EXtreme-
All set for this weekend....anyone coming? We'll be at Williams for certain with the camper in the heart of the Athens district. Well???
Posted by: EXtreme-
Word of caution to campers at Camp Ohio....The game commission was parked up near Williams campground waiting for bikers traveling up the gravel road to enter the trailhead there. He was issuing tickets! Didn't see him when we were there a few weeks ago, but keep an eye out as you crest the hill towards Williams. I stay at Williams anyway, so crossing is legal for us as long as we're not testing the road out.
Otherwise, the trails were great, unchanged from fall. We put a hundred miles on in two days...easy. There's a trailer set up at the big creek crossing on the main corridor for pop and grub, etc. Have fun!
Posted by: WayneB
You MUST HAVE a spark arrester to ride in any State or Nat'l Forest. The noise level is usaully expected to be reasonable also. Remember when you ride in a State or Nat'l Forest you should respect that no all people like to hear your ATV a mile away.
Posted by: Lucis
i went to wayne for the first time this weekend nice trails....i rode door run
. easy to get lost the marker went posted that great also seem to be alot of side trail off the main trail so easy to egt on the wrong one...Was a great time will be going back in 2 weeks to camp there this time
Posted by: MagnumMudMan
Has anyone rode in the Wayne National Forest? We are planning a trip there in July and would like some tips. We will probably be riding the Athens area. Which trails are best and where should we camp while there? I would appreciate any information on this area.
Posted by: MagnumMudMan
Thanks Jim for the information, I am sure it will be helpful. I will compare your information to the maps I downloaded. It will help plan our trip. It is a shame that you have to worry about people stealing your stuff when you are out trying to enjoy yourself, but I guess that is life.
Posted by: MagnumMudMan
Jim
I will be riding a 98 Magnum 4x4 and my wife a 00 trail boss. The place I usually ride is pretty rough and I have gotten used to man-handling the big machine in ruts and berms. I definetly will be tired though by the end of the day. Thanks for the information. It will be helpful.
Posted by: MagnumMudMan
EXtreme
Can you post directions to the Williams campground? Is this a privately owned campground or a part of the national forest? I would appreciate any information on this place.
Posted by: MagnumMudMan
The Wayne National Forest website is www.fs.fed.us/r9/wayne/ You can also reach the website via links in the ATV connections under trails - Ohio - Wayne National Forest. The website is fairly easy to navigate with maps and directions.
Posted by: MagnumMudMan
Lucis
Be sure to post another reply or start a new thread when you get back in a few weeks. I want all the information I can get as our trip in July will be the first to Wayne. Let me know where you camp.
Posted by: MagnumMudMan
EXtreme
I would love to come ride this weekend, but I committed to taking my wife to the George Strait concert in Cleveland (Anniversary thing). We will be going down there July 6,7, 8 and 9. Let me know if anything has changed at Williams Campground and if we need a reservation there. Have a good time, I am jealous.
Posted by: MagnumMudMan
Steve
Thanks for all of the information on Wayne. We have called Williams campground and already have reservations for July 6, 7,8,9. The way they talked, the trailhead is right across the street from them. See if you can make it that weekend, the more riders the better!!! Again, thanks for all the information.
Register to vote to keep our forest open.
Posted by: Hillbilly4X4
Where is the best place to download the maps for Wayne nation forest and direction for getting down there?
Posted by: Hillbilly4X4
Thanks Mudman
Posted by: TheQuadfather
I'm going to Monday Creek the weekend of June 9th. It's my fvorite place to ride. We stay at Scott Williams CampOhio. It's on the corner of Gore/Greenland road and rt 595.
Posted by: husky410
Tell Scott I said HI. I am mailing for a trail permit and will be there later this year.
Richard
Posted by: jenniferR
do you have to have a spark arrester to ride? I know it states it on the Wayne National Forest web site under their rules....but do they check & is it advisable to come without having one?
Posted by: SLB300EX
I have heard that they will check for the arrester and it will be a hefty fine if you don't have one. We need to get one for the Big Gun system...and fast.
Posted by: donzerby
Hope to see you there. I have a blue f-350 and black enclosed trailer w graphics. Not absolutely sure of our plans yet.
