Well folks, looks like the fix is in the works. In summary, currently any area is open to ride unless posted otherwise. The proposal on the table is to make all areas closed to riding unless posted as open. A link to the summary page is:
http://www.fs.fed.us/news/2004/releases ...
There are several proposed land access policies being drafted by the Federal Government. Please follow these links and be informed and get involved.
http://www.arra-access.com/arra/ForestS ... tions.html
http://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/programs/ohv/...