Conditions
Expect intermediate off-road traction conditions. Based on weather and trail state:
- Loose or compacted gravel
- Muddy, steep, and rutted sections
- Evening riding extending past sunset
- A mix of designated OHV trails and forest service roads
Friday Night Tilly Trails
Members of the DucPac crew are prepping for the Dusk ’Til Dawn Overnight Enduro and will be hitting the trails in Tillamook State Forest in the evenings leading up to the event. Links and resources at the bottom of the page.
What: casual evening trail ride
Loop Distance: ~12–15 miles · 60–90 min
Where: Rodgers Camp (45.62263, -123.37541)
When: Meet 6:00pm · KSU 6:30pm
Tentative Dates: MAR 27 · APR 10 · APR 24 · MAY 8 · MAY 22 · JUN 5
This is not a guided tour or class.
Participate as an independent rider. Plan as if you're going solo. Ride within your ability - not just in the moment - for the journey back.
- See the Club Calendar for the most accurate dates.
- Join the chat on our Signal Group or on Discord in our #Gather channel.
- We'll try to post on Instagram and BlueSky for last minute updates, info, or cancellations.
What this is / isn’t
What this is
- An opprotunity to meet up and ride with friends
- Maybe do some parking lot drills
- A chance to practice picking up your bike when it falls over
What it isn’t
- Race pace
- Guided or supported
- A club ride
- Without risk
Expectations
- Read and understand this brief before attending.
- Be aware of Tillamook State Forest OHV Requirements.
- Manage your individual safety and risk decisions.
- Be capable of navigation (review maps/tools; have them available offline) - or pair up with someone who is.
- Be capable of self-recovery and minor mechanical troubleshooting.
- Know your bike, skills, and limits — ride accordingly.
- Tell someone in town where you’re going, what you’re doing, and when you’ll check in.
These expectations aren’t meant to discourage newer riders. They exist to set clear expectations around preparedness and personal accountability.
Everyone is out to enjoy the ride and the forest, and we want everyone to make it through safely. Riders who arrive prepared to support themselves are better positioned to help others in need.
Know your abilities, communicate clearly, and ask for help early if you need it.
Recommended equipment
Bike
- Valid OHV Permit Sticker
- Aggressive knobby tires (highly recommended)
- Tool kit + tubes/plugs + inflation
- Functional headlight & tail light
Navigation
- Offline maps / route loaded in advance
- Cell signal is minimal to non-existent
Comms
- No formal comm plan
- Common tools: MURS handhelds, Cardo PackTalk mesh
- InReach (recommended for solo/remote)
Person
- Personal first aid kit + essential meds
- Water + snacks
- Emergency contact info on your person
- Oregon ATV Safety Card
Ride norms
- Wait for following riders at intersections/turns.
- If you bail out or change plans — tell someone.
- Yield respectfully (trails are two-way; expect oncoming traffic).
- Ride right on forest service roads.
- Pack out trash and respect the trails.
Participation acknowledgment
By attending, riders acknowledge they are participating independently and are fully responsible for their own decisions, safety, and equipment.
Reality check
Remote terrain + limited signal can mean long response times. Self-rescue may be required.
Links & Resources
Route files are provided as a convenience. Riders are responsible for verifying conditions and closures. Have questions or looking to link up with some people? Hit us up on Discord.
Information and Regulations
Skills & Drills (YouTube)
Navigation reminder
Download maps and route files before you arrive. Cell service in the area is minimal to non-existent.