Wolverine ATV Trailhead sits at 9,094 feet in dense timber and functions as a primitive basecamp for riders and hikers exploring an extensive trail network. The campground is secluded enough that reviewers call it "beautiful country" and note the solitude, though the access road requires 4WD and careful navigation with steep grades and rocky sections.
Dry (primitive) camping at an ATV trailhead in a timbered area.
Weather and SeasonsBest season: summer. Summer offers the best combination of trail access, warm daytime temperatures, and long daylight hours for ATV riding and hiking; expect highs around 60–80°F and cool nights dropping to the 30s–40s at 9,000+ ft. The active ATV network is fully open and dry, wildflower displays and dense forest shade make days comfortable, and most visitors arrive on weekends so expect moderate crowds. Be prepared for afternoon thunderstorms and occasional fire restrictions during dry spells.
Peak months: July, August, September, June
Avoid: December, January, February
Elevation9094 ft above sea level
Natural Features and SceneryThick forest canopy surrounds the trailhead, filtering light onto the needle-covered forest floor. The Wolverine trail system cuts through varied terrain including forest fire recovery zones, boardwalk sections over wet areas, and routes to lakes like Lime and Lyman. Nearby Christmas Meadows offers additional scenery. The elevation keeps temperatures moderate even in summer, and the woods muffle ATV engine noise enough that hikers find quiet pockets throughout the network. Wildlife moves through regularly, and the forest smells of pine resin and decomposing needles.