![]() ![]() Travel off of the trails is prohibited.Ī 1/2 mile kids’ riding and learning trail is available in the flat, wooded area near May’s Cemetery. All users must use existing trails appropriate for the size of their vehicle.Kentucky state law prohibits the public consumption of alcohol.Anyone under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian’s signature to ride.All users must enter and exit Turkey Bay OHV Area by way of Road 167 off Woodlands Trace National Scenic Byway.Users are expected to use the trash receptacles or to remove any trash they bring. Litter laws are strictly enforced throughout all of Land Between the Lakes.Land Between the Lakes is neither liable nor responsible for damage, loss, or theft of personal property or for injuries to visitors.OHVs must have properly functioning spark arresters and mufflers.All vehicles and operators must be in compliance with all state and federal laws.Please use these areas for their designated use. A 15 mph speed limit will be enforced on the entrance road.When the gatehouse is not staffed, riders must obtain a permit from the Golden Pond Visitor Center, open daily from 9am-5pm. The permit sticker must be properly displayed on the registered vehicle at all times. All off-highway vehicles must be registered with Land Between the Lakes before being used in Turkey Bay OHV Area.Operators/passengers of motorized vehicles, except motorcycles, ATVs, and six wheelers, must use a fastened seatbelt while the vehicle is in use.The water’s edge serves as the western boundary of Turkey Bay. The lakeside boundary fluctuates with the summer and winter pool lake levels. Users must remain within the boundaries of Turkey Bay Off-Highway Vehicle Area.If a trail is not signed, it is not a legal trail. Legal riding hours are posted at gatehouse. ![]() OHVs are to be operated from sunrise to sunset only.Direct parental or adult supervision is required for all persons under the age of 16 years operating an OHV.No person under age 16 may operate an ATV with an engine size exceeding 90cc displacement, and no person under age 12 may operate an ATV with an engine size exceeding 70cc displacement.All users are required to wear DOT-approved motorcycle safety helmets while vehicles are in operation, except in vehicles with fully enclosed metal cabs and/or roll bar protection and seatbelts.Golf carts are not permitted at Turkey Bay. The vehicle must contain the following: enclosed metal cab, roll bar protection, and seatbelts. Passengers are only allowed in vehicles intended by the manufacturer to carry such passengers.Riding passengers on OHVs not designed to carry passengers is prohibited.This includes mud bogging, mudding, and creating new trails. Operating a vehicle in a manner that damages, mutilates, or removes any natural feature or other property is prohibited (36 CFR 261.9 a and b).The permit holder is responsible for all uses of the registered vehicle, ensuring it is operated in a safe and prudent manner at all times. By signing, registrants agree to obey all rules and regulations posted at Turkey Bay OHV Area and on Land Between the Lakes’ literature and website. Showers – Available at Wranglers CampgroundĪll riders must sign a liability waiver. Camping is not permitted outside of the designated camping area. Two-24 hour generator areas, chemical toilets, and drinking water are available. Camping registration is self-service at the information kiosk in front of the gatehouse. (2 tents or 1 camper is considered a camping unit at Turkey Bay). Bring the form to either Turkey Bay OHV Area Gatehouse or Golden Pond Visitor Center to register.Ĭamping – primitive, $12 per camping unit per night For faster registration, please print and fill out the Turkey Bay OHV Area Registration and Liability Waiver Form. Where to purchase permits: If the gatehouse is not staffed, you must get your riding permit at Golden Pond Visitor Center. Upon purchase, 2023 annual permits are valid for riding and will expire on December 31, 2023.ġ to 3-day Permit: $20 1-3 consecutive days from date of purchase 2023 Turkey Bay OHV Area annual riding permits will be available for purchase beginning December 1, 2023. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |