Minooka Park, Al
Information
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Minooka
OHV Park
RV
Park Now Open
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Now Open Wednesday Through Sundays 9AM-6PM
This park is owned by Chilton County
and managed by Chilton County
Park Manager:
Gerald Arrington
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Park Amenities
The Park will provide trails for ATV's, Dirt Bike's, Mountain Bike's, Horses and a Walking/Nature Trail around the lake. Also included is Camping, an Environmental Education Center, Rider Training Area with certified MSI Instructor, (3) Pavilions, Bathrooms, concessions, Natural Area and fishing will all be part of the parks attractions. We are very excited about this new OHV Park & Trail System. The repairs to the lake have been completed. (5) Fishing piers have been constructed. The lake has been filled and stocked with fish. An island has been added in the back of the lake. A walking trail has been constructed around the lake, which includes a 50 ft bridge to complete the trail. Approximately 15 miles of trails have been constructed in the park with plans to expand. When completed this Park will be an icon for this type of recreation facility and will provide additional revenue for Chilton County and the surrounding merchants. It also gives the Motorcycle Dealers and Motorcycle Shop Owners another public riding area to recommend to their customers. See photos below of some of the park amenities.
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Minooka Park Project wins Award from
Coalition For Recreational Trails (CRT) |
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Directions/Maps
The Park is located off Hwy 31 between Calera &
Jemison on County Rd 146.
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Events
Equestrians Visit Minooka Park
A couple of equestrian clubs visited the park and had the opportunity
to ride the trails before the park is officially open. The ride was
coordinated by Tina Thomas of the Central Alabama Horse Club along
with the Walnut Creek Christian Horseman's Club. They were very
appreciative and excited to be able to ride the trails before the
trails are officially open. They have the same concerns and problems
with legal areas to ride their horses as the dirt bikes and four
wheelers do. There were about 35 riders that participated in the ride.
No motorized traffic was allowed in the trails during the ride. When
the park officially opens, a schedule will be posted on the dates when
the trails are open for motorized or equestrian. The park will never
allow both motorized and horses on the trails at the same time due to
safety issues. I really enjoyed meeting all the riders and being a
part of this event. Brooke Beazley/Cheaha Trail Riders
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A special
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Red Rider Magazine Performs Photo Shoot at Minooka Park
The magazine for Honda Motorcycle & ATV owners visited the park to
take pictures of the trails riding Honda ATV's. The article and
pictures were featured in the magazine. Pete & Ken with Vreeke
& Associates handled the photo shoot. Don Wilson with American
Honda also participated in the photo shoot along with the following
CTR club members: Glenn Myers, Cliff Smith, Jerry Bradon, Eric
Hermenson and Brooke Beazley. It was a great experience for us all.
The Honda ATV's used in the photo session were provided by Icon Power
Sports in Trussville, AL. Mary-Sue Olson with the Chilton Co. Park
Board and Glenda Strength, Chilton Co. Commissioner, were also present
for the photo shoot. Below are some of my personal photos of the
event. Brooke Beazle.
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NOHVCC Representative Visits Minooka
 Dana Bell with NOHVCC
(National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council) had the
opportunity to visit Minooka and see the trail system first
hand along with some of the members of Cheaha Trail Riders.
Also present was Mary-Sue Olson with the Chilton County Park
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Park Rules and Regulations
Park Rules
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Go To Minooka Website for More Information
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Trails/Maps
Click Here for
Master Trail Plan
The Multi-use trails (two-way travel) are designated for four
wheelers, motorcycles, mountain bikes and horses. Approximately 15
miles of trails have been constructed in the park with plans to
expand. See images below for pictures of a few trails.
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These trails were constructed by Trails Unlimited and volunteers
More Pictures of the Trails Unlimited's crew & volunteers
working on trail construction
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Volunteers come in all ages!
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Lots of people and riders have visited the park to see the trails
before the park is officially open. Below are pictures of a few of the
riders, visitors and trail shots. Some of the visitors volunteered and
helped clear some of the trails or removed debris from existing
trails. Thanks, you help is really appreciated.
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