2026 Temporary Spring Trail Restriction - White Mountains National Recreation Area

As the summer season travel limitations take effect on May 1, off-highway vehicles will be temporarily restricted from the Wickersham Creek Trail, Trail Creek Trail, 23 Mile Trail, and Quartz Creek Trail to prevent damage to wet trails during the transition to summer. 

The temporary motor vehicle restriction will begin May 1 and last until 12:01 a.m. on June 15 or until trails are sufficiently dry to allow off-highway vehicles use that will not cause damage to the trails, as is indicated in the Eastern Interior White Mountains Record of Decision and approved Resource Management Plan. 

During the temporary restriction, the trails remain open for hiking and other non-motorized use. 

Monitor conditions and temporary restrictions on the White Mountains Trail Conditions webpage.