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Edison Butte OHV Trail System
The Edison Butte OHV Trail System, about 25 miles long, is located on the slopes of Kwolh Butte and Sheridan Mountain, west of Bend.
The OHV Trails are open to all Classes (motorcycles, Quads, Jeeps, Side by Sides) of ATVs under 80" in width from April 1 - November 30. The trail system goes through ponderosa pine and manzanita forest in the lower elevations, near the Edison Sno-Park into stands of hemlock trees near Kwolh Butte and Sheridan Mountain.
The volcanic terrain can be challenging for various users because there are many loose rocks and lava ridges. As a result, the trails are considered "More Difficult. This is a multi-use trail. Please be aware of other users.
These trails and facilities are operated and maintained for your enjoyment by Central Oregon Combined OHV Operations (a Forest Service, & Bureau of Land Management Cooperative agreement), Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation ATV Funds, support from various user groups and many other volunteers.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | September 12, 2024 | This site is currently closed due to the emergency fire closure order for the Bachelor Complex. |
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| Fees: | No Fee |
| Permit Info: | Oregon ATV Operators Permit |
| Open Season: | April 1st - November 30th |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: |
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| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet in Center of Edison Trailhead Parking Area |
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General Information
Directions:From Bend, travel 19.1 miles west on Cascade Lakes Hwy (46), then 4.3 miles south on Forest Road 45.
Access from: Edison Butte Staging Area/Sno-Park
Activities
OHV Camping
Camping is allowed at the Edison Butte Staging Area/SnoPark. This site is a large paved parking area, with ample room for large groups, RVs and trailers. There is a vault toilet located in the center of the parking area and an information kiosk with trail maps at the trailhead on the west side of the parking area.
Dispersed camping is allowed at existing sites along the 4525 and 4528 roads. A trailhead with an information kiosk and trail maps is located approximately 3 1/2 miles up the 4525 road.
Please Tread Lightly and Pack it Out!
OHV Trail Riding
All trails within the Edison area are two-way and are open to mountain bikes, and other recreationists, so please watch for others and ride sharefully.
Edison Butte is a remote high elevation area. You should be equipped to be self-sufficient, wear appropriate safety gear, carry a first-aid kit and not ride alone.
Alerts & Warnings
- Firestone & Flat Top Fires Emergency Closure (October 11, 2024)
- Bachelor Complex Fires Emergency Closure (October 10, 2024)
- West Bend Area Trail Closures (Oct. 8, 2024)
- Red Fire Area Emergency Closure (Effective October 3, 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
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