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MRA Property Notices
Respect our neighbors and all private property
The MRA has 1200 acres of trails, plus BLM access for our riding pleasure. We are currently working on more land acquisitions in the near future to add hundreds of more acres to the MRA riding property.
The MRA has neighbors and we have a good relationship with them. Some of which have even given easements to cross their property with some of our trails. We want to keep it that way. There are signs, fences and trees crossing trails on the borders of MRA land that warn you it's private property.
Recently
there has been a major issue with riders going down beyond the green
gate that is below the radar tower (top of Walker) and riding down
John's Peak Road. Some riders are going beyond these signs and riding
into peoples yards and tearing up roads. They have total disregard for
their property. We can't have this continue. We understand there are
trails down in that area, but it is now off limits. One of the other
issues is people veering off the Cabin trail from Pair-A-Dice staging
area. This is one of those easement trails that we have with one of our
neighbors. People are ripping the orange fencing and signs down and
hill climbing up into his yard. This also has to stop.
See the map below and this will give you a good reference where it's off limits.
Please be kind to our neighbors and stick to MRA and BLM trails. onX OffRoad and onX Hunt are a great tools if you are not sure if you're on private property or not. If you aren't sure, don't go and turn around.
If
you see people riding in areas that are closed and are able to take
pictures you can share those with us. You will be kept anonymous! You
can reach out by clicking on this link to any of the MRA Board of Directors or reply to this email.
The Sheriff deputies now have dirt bikes and have started patrolling on the Peak. They will not be happy if they find you on these private properties.
Thank you for all you do to support the MRA.
Riding and Camping - Fire Restrictions
RIDING DURING FIRE SEASON - John’s Peak OHV is private property owned and managed by the Motorcycle Riders Association (MRA). Our fire protection IS ODF and we are REQUIRED
to follow the regulations of ODF. MRA absolutely follows and enforces
ODF fire restriction rules and safety guidelines to help protect the
mountain, surrounding forestland, and our riding community.
During fire season, all riders are expected to comply with current ODF fire restrictions, including the use of approved spark arrestors, carrying required firefighting equipment, and staying on vegetation-free trails and approved riding areas. Please use common sense and make responsible decisions regarding fire danger conditions. Riders should always check current ODF Fire Danger Levels before visiting the property.
Motor vehicles, including motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles, are only permitted on improved roads and trails free of flammable vegetation. The following firefighting equipment is required while traveling in vehicles, except on state highways, county roads, and driveways:
- One shovel and one gallon of water, OR
- One shovel and one 2½-pound or larger fire extinguisher
Additionally:
- All motorcycles and ATVs must be equipped with a 2½-pound or larger fire extinguisher during fire season.
- Class I & III ATVs are permitted to operate on designated trails within the designated riding area without carrying a tool, water, but must carry an 2-1/2 lb. fire extinguisher.
- Class II ATVs must carry both a shovel AND either water or a fire extinguisher.
- Class IV ATVs must carry a fire extinguisher at all times.
CAMPING AT LILY PRAIRIE - Is for OHV users only. You must have current OHV tags and spark arrestors. Camping is first come first serve. All camping is primitive and there is no water available. There are vault toilets. We would prefer if you were an MRA member to camp at Lily Prairie. That way you are informed with events, notices or projects going on up at the Peak. The Sheriff has been patrolling the mountain and will be checking.
CAMPFIRES are only allowed in the metal fire pits when the ODF fire level is GREEN. There are no campfires allowed anywhere on MRA property once the fire level goes to MODERATE and above. Again there is no water available. Be sure your camp fire is put out before you leave.
CAMPFIRES are only allowed in the metal fire pits when the ODF fire level is GREEN. There are no campfires allowed anywhere on MRA property once the fire level goes to MODERATE and above. Again there is no water available. Be sure your camp fire is put out before you leave.
DO NOT burn pallets anywhere on the Peak!
Permits are required for all riders
An ATV permit must be displayed on an ATV operated on public land specifically designated for ATV use.
Applies to Class I, II, III and IV ATV.
Valid for two years. Permits can be purchased at many sporting goods stores or ATV dealerships (find a vendor here).
You can also purchase on line at https://store.oregonstateparks.org/
YSEP certification required for riders 15 and under
Kids must pass a hands-on safety evaluation test in order to ride on Oregon public lands.
For more details, please go to http://ysep.omraoffroad.com/
or contact our Jackson county representative:
Travis Hersha (541) 292-7268
Email: thersha7878@outlook.com