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White Mountains National Recreation Area rescinds temporary trail closure

Trails re-open to summer off-highway vehicle traffic on June 11 at 12:01 a.m.

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Bureau of Land Management

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Eastern Interior Field Office

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A rider on an ATV looks at the trailhead information kiosk.
A rider checks out the information kiosk at the Wickersham Creek Trailhead before heading out on the trail. BLM photo

FAIRBANKS, Alaska – The temporary closure to motor vehicle traffic to prevent trail degradation and resource damage on the White Mountains National Recreation Area’s Wickersham Creek, Trail Creek, and Quartz Creek trails will be rescinded on Saturday, June 11, at 12:01 a.m. Once the temporary trail closure is rescinded, the trails will be open to off-highway vehicles (OHVs) following the area’s summer use limitations. 

“The recent warm and windy weather has helped dry the saturated trails,” said Eastern Interior Field Office Manager, Tim Hammond. “I’m pleased to rescind the temporary trail closure so that visitors may ride these popular trails beginning this weekend. I want to thank the public for their patience, support, and partnership in stewardship of our public lands."  

When riding the trails, please travel safely, responsibly and follow a few simple guidelines: 

  • Wear a helmet – your head is important, and the trails are rough. 

  • Ride in area open to your sized vehicle and stay on the trail – this helps keep your favorite trails accessible and sustainable. 

  • Share the trail with other trail users by respecting other types of use and modes of travel, such as hikers and mountain bikers – everyone is eager to enjoy these multi-use trails. Stay safe, be polite and share the space.  

Check out the White Mountains National Recreation Area downloadable map for trail information and seasonal OHV use limitations: 

To help care for and give back to your public lands, check out these resources from our partners:   

For more information, please contact Levi Lewellyn at 907-474-2200.  

The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.