Bluff Creek OHV Park

Bluff Creek OHV is located southwest of Oskaloosa, IA in an abandoned coal mine.  This 350 acre park is well maintained and consists of approximately 20 miles of trails.  The trails wind and loop throughout the blackened terrain, a constant reminder of its former use.  This is an all-around nice park with trails to accommodate many riding styles from novice to seasoned pro.  

Bluff Creek OHV also offers three M/X tracks, one for beginners and two more challenging tracks for the more experienced rider.

If hill climbs are your passion, then this park will definitely challenge your skills.  Straight up and down trails leading in and out of a popular ravine are set up for that purpose alone.

A small primitive camping area is available free of charge on a first come basis.  Toilets and a pay per use shower are available in the staging area.

Bluff Creek OHV is opened year round but may be temporarily closed depending on weather.

For further information visit the Iowa DNR website at:  http://www.iowadnr.gov/law/atv/parks.html

BluffCreekOHVPark location map:  http://www.iowadnr.gov/law/atv/files/bluffcreek.pdf

Park Operational Rules

• Resident-owned ATVs and off-road motorcycles must display a valid DNR registration.  Nonresident-owned ATVs and off-road motorcycles must display a valid nonresident user permit.
• Helmets are required for all riders (and passenger if passenger is permitted).
• ATV riders 12 through 17 years of age must have a valid safety certificate.
• ATV and off-road motorcycle riders under the age of 12 must be under the direct supervision of an adult possessing a valid drivers license.  Direct supervision means maintaining visual and verbal contact at all times.
• Riding double is prohibited on all ATVs and motorcycles (except on ATVs that are designed by the original manufacturer to carry a passenger).
• Riding off-trail or in prohibited areas is illegal.
• Careless, reckless, or negligent operation is prohibited.
• Possession and consumption of alcohol in the riding park is prohibited.
• ATVs and motorcycles may not exceed an engine noise limit above 96 decibels as tested under SAE J1287.
• Only ATVs and off-road motorcycles, as defined under 3211, are permitted on OHVPark riding areas unless signed open to other use by the DNR.