This area is located north of the canyon across Highway 35. This is the only area where camping is allowed.

DeSoto State Park is located in the northern section of this area. 

ATV riders, 4-wheel drive vehicles, horseback riders and hikers all share this area.

There are 23 miles of primitive roads. The roads are narrow. Many have uneven surfaces and sharp turns. The surface of the road is dirt and chert. Several roads have creek crossings. Go slow and use caution while driving these roads. There are many blind turns and you never know when you will meet a horseback rider, ATV rider or another vehicle. If you meet another vehicle, one of you will have to backup or pull to one side.

There are a variety of berries and nuts in this area. Visitors are welcome to collect up to a five gallon bucket per day for personal use only.

All vehicles must remain on numbered roads at all times.There are endangered species in this area. Driving off the numbered roads may kill the plants and destroy the habitat. Fines will be severe if the endangered species are harmed.

Mudding (purposely spinning in a muddied area) is not allowed. This could result in a fines and revocation of Off-Road Vehicle Permit.

Crossing the river or creeks when the water level is high is unsafe. High water increases the chance that your vehicle will tip over or be carried downstream. If this happens, you could face severe penalties for damage to the natural resources.

Hunting is allowed during specified dates and times.