Ground Hog Rock Crawl and OHV Play Area
A cooperative agreement between Central Oregon's Combined Off Highway Vehicle Operations (COHVOPS) and the Deschutes County 4-Wheelers of Bend Oregon made this play area a reality in 2006. Complete with a rock crawling pit and large gravel mounds which are remnants of the old rock quarry; this play area has something for every OHV enthusiast.
In addition to all this, Groundhog also makes for a convenient staging area for accessing 318 miles of trails on the East Fort Rock OHV Trail System. The pit and play area is open to all classes of vehicles, the trail system is open to Class I (Quads, 3-wheelers less than 50" wide and 800 pounds) and Class III (motorcycles).
Ground Hog pit is operated and maintained for your enjoyment by Central Oregon Combined OHV Operations (a Forest Service, & Bureau of Land Management Cooperative agreement), in partnership with Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation ATV Funds, Deschutes County 4 Wheelers, and other user groups and volunteers.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | September 12, 2024 | This area is currently closed due to the Firestone and Flat Top Fires Emergency Closure Order. |
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Fees: | No Fee |
Permit Info: | Oregon ATV Operators Permit |
Open Season: | April |
Usage: | Light |
Restrictions: |
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Water: | No |
Restroom: | Seasonal Chemical Toilet on Site from March to November |
Operated By: | Central Oregon OHV Operations |
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General Information
Directions:From Bend: Follow Hwy 20 east about 20 miles. After crossing the Horse Ridge Summit, turn right on the second road, Spencer Well Road (paved Road 23). Proceed south for 5.5 miles until the road forks. Take the paved Road 25 to the right and proceed to the Road 25/2510 Junction. Turn left onto Road 2510 and travel approximatlely 7 miles to the Ground Hog Rock Crawl and OHV Play Area.
From La Pine: Take the Finley Butte Road (paved Road 22) east about 24 miles to the intersection of Road 18. Turn left on Road 18 and travel approximately 4 miles to the intersection of Road 2270. Turn Right on Road 2270 and travel approximately 4 miles to the intersection of Road 2510. Turn left heading north on Road 2510 and travel approximately 8 miles to the Ground Hog Rock Crawl OHV Play Area.
Activities
OHV Trail Riding
General Info:
General NotesSeasonal Information
- The Groundhog Rock Crawl and Play Area is open all year, however snowfall from December to March usually hinder riding.
Alerts & Warnings
- Red Fire Area Emergency Closure (Effective October 3, 2024)
- West Bend Area Trail Closures (Oct. 3, 2024)
- Firestone & Flat Top Fires Emergency Closure (September 27, 2024)
- Bachelor Complex Fires Emergency Closure (September 26, 2024)
- Public Use Fire Restrictions: Stage 1 (Effective September 20, 2024)
- Revised Wickiup Fire Area Emergency Closure (Effective July 25, 2024)
- Round Mountain Fire Area Emergency Closure (July 19, 2024)
- Blue-Green Algae Information (Summer 2024)
- Recreating in the Cedar Creek Fire Burned Area (June 2023)
- Willamette NF Fire Closures