Chappie/Shasta Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area
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Overview
Visitors to the rolling, brushy hills near Shasta Lake in northern California will find off-highway vehicle (OHV) riding challenges for all abilities. More than 250 miles of roads and trails are open to motorcyclists, all-terrain vehicle drivers and four-wheelers. The area is near massive Shasta Dam and Shasta Lake, and there are overlooks of the Sacramento River below the dam. Wildlife species in the area include osprey, bald eagle, mule deer, and bear. This area was named after former U. S. Congressman, Eugene Chappie. The area is partially by the California State Parks OHV program.
Chappie/Shasta OHV Recreation Area is open year-round.
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Helpful Links
- To review current and past grants visit the: CA State Parks Website
- For information about ATV safety visit the: ATV Safety Institute
- For safety information or Recreational Vehicle training visit: Recreational Off-highway Vehicle Association
Nearby Attractions
For more OHV opportunities, visit these other BLM Managed Off-Highway Vehicle Areas located in Northern California and Nevada:
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Geographic Coordinates
Directions
Ten miles northeast of Redding, west of Shasta Dam. Take Interstate 5 to Shasta Dam exit. Travel west on Shasta Dam Boulevard to Shasta Dam. Continue west across dam, staying on paved road to the staging area.
Using Digital Maps on Mobile Devices
Heading out for a remote adventure? No cell coverage? No problem. The BLM has developed georeferenced maps compatible with any georeferenced map mobile application – Avenza Maps App being one of the more common.
The map available for this recreation area is georeferenced. For instructions on how to download and use georeferenced maps, and to access maps for other recreation areas, please visit https://www.blm.gov/maps/georeferenced-PDFs.
Please note that georeferenced maps are not a substitute for proper preparation and knowledge to travel on public lands. Always plan ahead and check the most up to date information and conditions before heading out.