Only members may use the trails at Timber Ridge. “Day Riders” or people who want to come and ride for the day without being an approved member are not allowed.
Use of the Land is at your own risk. Timber Ridge Ranch is NOT responsible for ANY accidents or injuries resulting from the use of the land at Timber Ridge Ranch.
All vehicles must have valid liability insurance coverage and a record of this must be turned in to Richard & LaDonna Bumann at The Lodge. If your vehicle does not have Liability Coverage then it can not be used on the trails at Timber Ridge. Protect yourself and your fellow members and make sure your coverage is up to date.
Eligible vehicles include:
Motorcycles – 2 stroke and 4 stroke
ATV’s - 2 stroke and 4 stroke, 3 and 4 and 6 wheel
Dune Buggies – 2 seat, 4 or more seat, any motor, rear brakes minimum, brake lights required
Jeeps – all flavors
Pick Up Trucks/SUV’s – Limited trail access
Cars – Limited trail access
Bicycles and Mountain Bikes
Horses
Mopeds and Go-Peds
Snowmobiles
Cross Country Skiing
Hiking
All vehicles for trail use must be approved by Richard & Ladonna Bumann.
All vehicles must be well maintained and have a functional braking system on at least one wheel of the vehicle.
Headlights and tail/brake lights are required for operation 1/2hr before sunset until 1/2hr after sunrise.
Brake lights are not required but highly recommended
Turn headlights on in daytime for added safety.
NO trail riding if it is excessively muddy or has just rained. The trails will become very slippery and can be unsafe. Mud riding will also cause major ruts in the trails which, once dried out will remain on the trail for a long period of time. Our trails will dry out rather quickly after a rain and muddy conditions are not usually a long lasting situation.
Almost all trails are bi-directional. ALWAYS expect someone to be traveling towards you around the corner.
Keep to the right side of the trail at all times. Watch out for oncoming traffic.
Speed limits are 5mph in the Lodge Parking Lot, The Strip, Bumann Blvd and Swimming Hole Road.
Speeding on other trails is not allowed. Use a reasonable and safe speed for all other trails.
Helmets and proper riding gear is highly recommended but not required.
Eye protection is highly recommended.
Use existing trails. New trails must be approved by Richard Bumann before trail making begins.
Help keep our trails beautiful! Please do not litter! Littering on Timber Ridge property is grounds for membership cancellation.
Keep our trails safe! Stop in a safe place and clear any logs, branches or other obstructions off the trail as soon as possible. Notify other members or block off the trail head if there is a tree down or other major obstruction on the trail.
Take some time and do your part to help repair any major rain ruts. Notify Richard and other members of any serious trail hazards.
Camping is open to non-members with a paid per night fee of $10 per family.
Non-Member campers must check in at the Lodge or with Richard or LaDonna Bumann.
No motorized vehicles are allowed to be operated by non-members camping on Timber Ridge land.
Primitive camping is allowed anywhere on the property. The Shelter House at the Swimming Hole and the Platform at the Old Hill Climb is for Member use and may not be reserved for camping. They are Timber Ridge public areas.
Campfires must be in fire places/ fire rings or in a hole dug in the ground. Be sure to fully extinguish all campfires before leaving campsite. Fill in all campfire holes with dirt when finished.
Please do not burn glass or aluminum cans in campfires.
Haul it in – Haul it out. No littering or leaving trash behind. Matter of fact; take out some more trash with you than you came in with! Keep Timber Ridge Beautiful!
Firewood may be obtained from timber which has already fallen in the surrounding wooded areas. No cutting of standing trees is allowed.
Members may choose a reasonable area for regular camping or cabin building with approval from Richard and LaDonna Bumann.
Cabin building plans or Cabin/Campsite improvements (fences, driveways, trails, decks, etc) must be submitted to Richard & LaDonna Bumann for approval before construction begins.
All land is property of Timber Ridge Ranch. Membership does not include ownership of any land at Timber Ridge Ranch.
Campsites/Cabin perimeters may be fenced off to indicate reserved space.
Campers, mobile homes, semi trailers and other similar items must be approved by Richard & LaDonna Bumann prior to implementation.
Campfires must be in approved fire rings or pits. Do not leave Timber Ridge without fully extinguishing the campfire. Do not burn glass or aluminum cans in campfires.
Electricity is available in a number of areas at Timber Ridge. Contact Richard Bumann for information on electricity at your campsite.
Water Hydrants are available in certain areas at Timber Ridge and new hydrants may be installed with prior approval from Richard & LaDonna Bumann. There is a one time fee for Water Hydrant Privilege. Please contact Richard & LaDonna Bumann for specific information.
Please do not waste water. Use it sparingly. Keep our well alive!
Please respect your fellow members. 10:00 pm and later should be “quiet time” for loud radios and vehicles.
Toilets which use water must be connected to an approved septic system.
Loud parties with wild women are permitted only if Richard Bumann is invited!
Timber Ridge Ranch - Castana Iowa - 712-353-6600 
