Ry's Mainline Connection

Total Miles
6.4

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

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Ry's Mainline Connection
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Trail Overview

As you head past Crooked Creek OHV you will follow the blacktop straight into a dense beautiful forest. The road turns to gravel and winds its way up the mountain. You can hunt mushrooms, hike, hunt and fish streams in the area. You have plenty of spur roads and OHV trails to access and explore along this route.

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Ry's Mainline Connection
Ry's Mainline Connection

Difficulty

This is an easy trail that can be done easily in a full-size vehicle up to the winter months.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

Ismail Abdullah
Apr 12, 2025
2023 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Muddy/Wet
Rough/Deteriorated
The trails are open, but watch out for logging trucks as they operate during the season. Be careful on some trails and stay safe out there.
Terry Mckay
Feb 01, 2025
4x4
Open
Muddy/Wet
A few obstructions, but nothing you couldn't get by. Road was wet and muddy in some parts.

Ry's Mainline Connection can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • SUV

Access Description

Go north on Marcola Road out of Springfield. Shotgun Creek Road is on the left just past the covered bridge. Head up to the fork and take the right towards Crooked Creek Staging Area. Head straight past and continue on the blacktop until it becomes gravel. This is the mainline connection route.

Ry's Mainline Connection Map

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