Ride Kentucky

This part of the Daniel Boone National Forest offers over 100 miles of motorized trails with a large portion that is designated as pure single track. Most of the terrain is rough, narrow and rugged with many sections following mountain ridgetops. The trail system has three developed staging areas, and each comes with a vault toilet. The single track is located about .3 miles east past the Peabody Staging Area but motorcycles must be street legal since a section of paved road must be crossed to access the trailhead.

This area has about 6 miles of marked trails that wind through a dense hardwood forest. The terrain is mostly hard pack with the occasional loose chunk rock. The trail system has two designated staging areas but parking is limited.

About 100 miles of primary, secondary and tertiary trails plus open riding areas inside the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area (USFS). Primitive camping with generator areas at the trailhead.

County-run trail system of 150+ miles (Harlan County says 200+) on ~7,000 acres of old mine and logging land around Kentucky's highest mountain. Two trailheads: Evarts (south) and Putney (north).

This large off-road park offers something for all skill levels and 4x4 vehicle types. The terrain consists of tight and narrow ATV trails, steep and chunky hill climbs to wide and hard packed Jeep roads. The main attraction is a large sand cave that is wide enough for most vehicles to drive through. Large groups and clubs are welcomed and primitive camping is permitted. There are no electric or water hookups but generators are allowed. The park office sells bagged ice and t-shirts. Amenities include restroom and shower facilities and a food truck that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

This offroad park is open for business during weekends and offers about 600 acres of woods trails, hill climbs, mud bogs and play areas. The property also offers excellent scenery that ranges from waterfalls, cliffs, large rock ledges, caves and creeks. All vehicle types are welcomed and primitive camping is permitted. Future plans include adding an obstacle course, picnic tables and RV hookups.

Off-road park near Owenton, KY with about 20 miles of trail on roughly 400 acres. Open to dirt bikes. Terrain: hardpack, loose dirt, rocks, single track, large jumps. Camping on site.

This offroad park opened for business in August 2010 and offers about 10 miles of trails that wind through 500 acres of hardwood forest. Recent upgrades include a designated staging area with restroom facilities. Most of the terrain consists of gentle elevation changes of dirt and gravel roads and the occasional mud pit. A permit is required to ride which can be purchased online or by visiting Earlington City Hall Monday through Friday. Riders 17 and under are required to wear a helmet, boots and goggles.

This off-road park opened to the public in the fall of 2018 and offers miles of 4x4 and ATV trails on 3,000 acres of private land. The trails wind through a rugged forest and offer plenty water crossings, obstacles plus a good mix of easy and challenging terrain. The park is still in the early stages of construction but a camp store is available that carries shirts, sweaters, trail maps, snacks and cold drinks. A pass is required to access the park which can be purchased online. Currently only monthly and annual passes are offered.

This offroad park features over 250 miles of wooded trails with more being added in the future. The terrain is a mix of hard pack with some rugged sections, mud and varying degrees of elevation changes. The property is open to all vehicle types and skill levels. Amenities include a general store that is stocked with apparel, gifts, cold drinks, snacks, gear, firewood and ice, free wireless internet and plenty of room for primitive camping. Future plans include adding a campground with electric and water hookups, cabin and UTV rentals.

This off-road park opened to the public in the fall of 2010 and offers miles of marked, rated and looped trails on 63,000 acres of reclaimed coal land. The property currently has around 100 miles of trails for ATVs and UTVs and about 32 miles for dirt bikes however there are plans to expand. The trails wind through a scenic forest and offer plenty water crossings and a good mix of easy and technical trails. The property features a safety training center for ATVs, dirt bikes and street bikes but the area also has designated horseback trails, a stable, and a riding ring. Hosted The Dukes GNCC (new for 2026).

This huge 7,000 acre offroad park has over 100 miles of trails and is open to all OHVs. The park has a wide range of trails that cater to all skill levels and terrain ranges from wide and smooth with occasional mud puddles to very steep and chunky climbs or descents. A permit is required to ride here and currently weekly and seasonal passes are offered. Each permit is good for up to two vehicles but only one vehicle per permit is allowed in the park at a time. Primitive camping is permitted at the trailhead and is included with the permit.

This private park offers about 30 miles of pure single track trails that wind through boulders, rolling hills, large trees, lots of elevation changes and several creek crossings. There is terrain for all skill levels and there are plans to add more more trails in the future. Day passes are available but members get discounts on camping and cabin rentals. The property has 12 RV sites, each with electric and water hookups, and there is a dump station onsite. There is no fee charged for primitive camping but reservations are required for RV and cabin rentals which can be made online .

This offroad park offers 2,000 acres of trails that are marked, rated and form nice long loops. All vehicle types are welcomed but most of the trails are wide and hard packed, making this a good choice to bring beginners or four wheelers . Camping is permitted and both primitive and RV hookups are available. Several small cabins are available for rent which can sleep up to four people and a large cabin that can sleep around 10-12 people. Each cabin comes with a refrigerator and microwave. Park amenities include a general store that carries basic supplies.

Motocross track near London, KY. Open to dirt bikes. Terrain: loose dirt, large jumps.

Motocross track near Bedford, KY. Open to dirt bikes. Terrain: mud, rocks, steep hills, single track, large jumps. Camping on site.