On Saturday, October 18^th Turkey Bay Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area at Land Between The Lakes will offer free riding passes to currently enlisted service men and women, or those who have spouses stationed overseas, who have children 12 years old and younger.  The free 1-3 day riding permit can only be obtained at the Turkey Bay Gatehouse.  Free permits will not be available at the Golden Pond Visitor Center. 

Parents are encouraged to spend time with their children on the newly opened Turkey Trot Kids’ Riding Area, an area designed for children age 16 and under with ATVs no larger than 90cc.

The six-tenths of a mile trail includes numerous terrain features that allow kids to become more accustomed to riding before heading out on the main trails.  The enclosed area provides a safer place for parents to teach their children the basics of proper ATV riding.  Stop by the kiosk signs at the entrance to review the Turkey Trot map and riding regulations with your children before entering.  Parents are free to walk in and along the trail to teach and supervise their children.

“Everyone here at Turkey Bay is excited about the new kids’ riding area,” stated Kyle Varel, Assistant Manager at Turkey Bay.  “The Turkey Trot Kids’ Riding Area will help teach young riders how to be safer for years to come.” 

Turkey Bay’s staff wishes to thank our military for their dedicated service to our country. 

Land Between The Lakes is managed by the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, in partnership with “Friends of LBL,” to provide public lands outdoor recreation and environmental education.  We encourage visitors to review our website at www.lbl.org each season, and throughout the season, for our Calendar of Events, updates on programs and policies, and temporary trail and road closures.  Additional LBL information is also available on our website or by calling 1-800-LBL-7077 or 270-924-2000.  You can find out more about “Friends of LBL” at www.friendsoflbl.org.