Reviews
Carnegie SVRA
User Reviews
Joe K
Be careful! It can get very very hot and there's no cell reception! And bring water!!! Tracy was 91°F but my truck was reading 103°F in the shade. I found Pottery (or potter's) loop to be quite challenging but manageable for an experienced street bike rider first time dirt bike rider. All the other trails are much harder. If you're experienced, you aren't reading my review to see if you should go or not. If you're new and wondering, avoid going alone. I have plenty of outdoor training that the worst i was going to have happen is a flat tire and a long walk back to my truck. There is no cell phone reception and 2-way can be spotting on the back side of a mountain. So having fellow riders that can get help in case of anything is a must for new riders. The trail was about 10min long or more at 10-15mph. Try walking that injured and no bike and it can be over 1hr. If you're thinking about buying a bike and going here, go with the biggest small bike you can flat foot when stopped. I'm 5ft 7in and my 2025 CRF300L is a little tall. You can grow into a bigger bike. But if you can't handle a tall motorcycle like a bicycle, you'll struggle here and it won't be fun. Also, a 150cc or smaller will not have too much power giving you more control. Sure, there are times you need the power to climb. But i think the struggle of less power is better than the struggle of too much. Whiskey Throttle can cause you more problems than having to "flinstone" a smaller bike up a hill.
Robert Cunningham
A nice little 4x4 area. We took a model 3 out there and it was pretty good in the dirt surprisingly. It was a four-wheel drive version so that helped and my son knows how to drive off road. It wasn't too big though. It would be nice of his little bit bigger.
Juan Valenzuela
First time going there with our son and he had a blast. He's just starting out and they had beginner tracks for him to get going. Then now tracks as they advance. Can't wait to go again soon.
Sean Blackfield
Carnegie is an exceptional recreational destination that boasts incredible dirt biking opportunities across its fantastic trails. Moreover, there's a dedicated off-road course tailored for trucks and SUVs. While the off-road pathways may not be extensive, they present a formidable challenge for your vehicle, filled with various obstacles that truly put its capabilities to the test. Although it may not compare to the vast off-roading expanses of Alaska or Colorado, it certainly promises an exhilarating experience. Overall, this is an outstanding spot for families and off-road enthusiasts alike. Entry for trucks and SUVs is just $5.00, and camping or RV facilities are available, along with other convenient amenities.
Bones2175 Kitchens
One of my favorite OHV places I have ever been. Great for all off road motorcycles from 50cc to heavy Adventure bikes. Trails and tracks for everyone.
Mario Briones
It's always a blast . The trails are always clean and cut
Jeremy Irby
Had a great time with my friend riding. It was only $5 for the entire car load of people for all day and they had shades picnic table areas and lots of parking! Trying to talk my parents into bringing their RV up for the weekend! Clean track and lots of trails! Highly recommend!
Leonard Ramirez
Requires moderate lift to run more difficult obstacles. Small park but still fun, don't underestimate the mud, I was stuck and had to reposition my traction boards a couple times (newbie) before I managed to pull all the way through but it was super cool. Lots to do for motorcycles and 4wheelers.
caine wallace
Great ohv park! $10 a night, water taps all around campsite, trash cans at sites, showers for quarters, nice track and groomed trails! What more could you ask for, quiet pshh it's a a offroad park come on a weekday! ✌️✌️
Steven Rank
This is a great place for motorcycles. Not so much for 4 x 4’s. The play area for 4X4 Extremely small with very little challenges. One little hill and the rest of the valley floor. This is a very well-maintained facility with a store and riding supplies. It’s a state operated parking entry fee is only five bucks. The better option for 4 x 4’s in ATVs is frank Rained park in Del Puerto Canyon. This is a county run park and there is much more for 4 x 4 and usually very few motorcycles.
Adam Joy
This is one of 3 SVRA's that are reasonably accessible from the Bay Area with a variety of terrains, difficulties and opportunities to have some serious fun along the way. This places is definitely your more drier/dustier type conditions, so the best time to go is after there's been a little rain which dampens the dusty and turns the dirt into perfect grip. Other than that the main benefit of this place is the huge hill climbs and plenty of off-trail riding you can do. Great place to bring the kids with lots of open areas to ride and decent camping.
Robert Northen
If you like to ride in the dirt and you haven't been there you have got to go there are endless trails every size Hill you can ask for. there's a couple of Motocross tracks , just anything and everything you could ask for. The people who use the facility were friendly and willing to give me a hand if i needed it
Mike Wilson
Lots of technical and steep terrain. Also plenty of basic fire roads and everything in between. If you get good riding here most other places will be much easier by comparison.
Blair Campbell
Not a bad place. A few nice tracks. Lots of hills and trails. So kind of one dimensional. Not a lot to teach kids on. Good staging grounds though and a ton of space. Beginners may not want to go here though.