Clay Pit State Vehicular Recreation Area

If you are ready to take your motorcycle, ATV, or 4x4 vehicle for a wild adventure, then look no further than this 220-acre recreational area.

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Clay Pit State Vehicular Recreation Area Details

If you are ready to take your motorcycle, ATV, or 4x4 vehicle for a wild adventure, then look no further than this 220-acre recreational area. This fenced riding area was created in the 1960s when the clay ground was excavated and used for the nearby Oroville Dam. The empty crater is now filled with tracks and small hills, which makes for a fun ride.

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