The Wayne National Forest's recreation trails open today for the 2004 season.

The WNF has hundreds of miles of ATV, off-road motorcycle, horse and mountain bike trails within its borders. Trails remain open from April 15 through December 15 each year.

More than 26 miles of trails wind through the 5,000-acre area off of State Route 650 in Hanging Rock.

All riders are required to purchase a trail permit to ride on WNF trails.

Visitors may purchase a trail permit at any of the WNF's district offices or at any of twenty-four participating vendor locations.

For more information, call the Ironton Rangers Station at 534-6500 or the Forest Supervisor's office at (740) 753-0101.