Prescott National Forest

Recreational Activities

Hayfield Draw

Off-Highway Vehicle	Picnicking	Services

Hayfield Draw Off-Highway Vehicle Day-use is located approximately 6 miles west of Interstate 17 along State Route 260 in the Verde Valley on the Verde Ranger District. Approximately 80 acres of motorized trails and cross-country areas available. Riding areas have been established to accommodate rider skill levels from beginner tot to experienced adult. Please ride in the area most appropriate to your skill level to reduce the risk of accidents. The area where cross-country use is restricted is delineated by Orange fiberglass pots. Each skill level area is marked with colored fiberglass posts.

• Tot Lot - White Posts - This area is only for the little riders as they learn the sport. No large machines please.
• Beginner - Yellow Posts - For those who are learning to ride their OHV, this is a good location to practice basic skills like throttle control, shifting and braking.
• Intermediate - Blue Posts - This area of gullies and tight turns is perfect for small machines and for practicing turns, clutch use and braking on any machine.
• Experienced - Red Posts - This large area is designed for the most experienced rider. Note that the road at the back of this area is for emergency vehicles only.

Elevation: 3,200 Feet

Facilities:

• Vault Toilets
• Ramadas with Picnic Tables and Grills
• Surfaced Parking Area
• Informational Signing
• Loading/Unloading Ramps
• No Camping, or Drinking Water

Available: All Year

Stay limit: Dawn to Dusk (no overnight camping)

Fees:

• Day-use: $5 per vehicle
  (Standard Amenity Fee - Can pay at site or use a Valid Pass)

Reservations: No reservations are required.

Access: I-17 North to State High 260. 8 miles North West of Camp Verde on State Highway 260.

Travel time:

Road condition: Paved to OHV area

Special attractions:

• Designated Skill Level Areas

Ride Rules:

• Trails and cross-country areas are for vehicles 50" wide or less
• No full size 4 x 4 or Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV) over 50" wide
• All vehicles must have USFS approved spark arrestor in working condition
• All vehicles must meet Federal and State noise standards - AZ max. 96 dba
• Outside of the cross-country areas, riders must stay on designated trails

USDA Forest Service - Prescott National Forest
Last Modified: Tuesday, 12 May 2009 at 15:26:35 EDT