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Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area
Monday, March 18, 2024
| Other Names | Sand Bowl OHV Area, Ox Bow Road, Limekiln Wash, Colorado River, La Paz County |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This OHV area consists of a small sand dune with numerous side trails that lead to and from the main play area. The main staging area has some nice amenities that include loading ramps, vault toilets, picnic tables, shade ramadas and a self pay kiosk station.
The staging area is RV accessible but is very small and is not recommended for large vehicles. Camping is permitted as long as you pay for the next day.
RV hookups with direct trail access can be found at nearby Arizona Oasis RV Resort and River Breeze RV Resort.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | AZGFD sticker required |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | All non-residents must purchase an Arizona OHV decal. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | Whip Flags Recommended For Safety |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) camping permitted but visitors must pay $5 for next day |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | Yes | |
| Trail Blazing | Some Areas | |
| Rule Enforcement | Few/Periodic |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 2,000 acres (3 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 10 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 200 to 400 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Not Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand |  All | paddle or sand tire recommended for best experience |
| Mud | None | |
| Dust | None | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  Few | |
| Steep Hills |  Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps | Few | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Intersections | All | |
| Rider Traffic | Few | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards not marked) steep dropoffs |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes |
| Land | BLM |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Flying J Truckstop (928) 923-9600 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Flying J Truckstop (928) 923-9600 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Flying J Truckstop (928) 923-9600 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (N) | Arizona Oasis RV Resort (928) 923-8230 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (N) | Arizona Oasis RV Resort (928) 923-8230 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (N) | Arizona Oasis RV Resort (928) 923-8230 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Flying J Truckstop (928) 923-9600 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($5.00 per vehicle) Annual Pass - $75/vehicle |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Annual pass can be purchased at the BLM Yuma Field Office. |
RATINGS
| Pros | nice day use area, surrounding trails lead directly to the sandbowl area |
| Cons | main staging area is small - RV accessible but not recomended |
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Ehrenberg, AZ | ||
| Address | Ox Bow Road, Ehrenberg, AZ 85334 | ||
| From: Ehrenberg, AZ
1) Take I-10 to Ehrenberg exit (exit 1) 2) Turn south off the exit ramp and go over bridge, veer right on Frontage Road 3) Continue about .3 miles, look for 10,000 Video Store on the left and turn here onto dirt road (if you go pass video store you've gone too far) 4) Continue about 1 mile. Main entrance is on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | John Macdonald (Field Manager) BLM - Yuma Field Office 2555 E. Gila Ridge Road Yuma, AZ 85365 (928) 317-3200 yfoweb_az@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
| Contact Info | River Breeze RV And ATV Resort / Desert Rides ATV Rentals 50202 Ehrenberg Parker Highway Ehrenberg, AZ 85334 (928) 923-7483 (866) 917-4837 fun@riverbreezerv.com www.riverbreezerv.com |
| Contact Info | Arizona Oasis RV Resort 50238 Ehrenberg-parker Hwy Ehrenberg, AZ 85334 (928) 923-8230 reservations@rvoasis.com www.arizonaoasis.com |
| Comment | RV campground with direct trail access. |
| Contact Info | Arizona State Parks (602) 542-6942 (602) 542-2146 mrogers@azstateparks.gov meberhart@azstateparks.gov azstateparks.com |
| Comment | Arizona State Parks OHV Grants Program |
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
The main entrance to the OHV area is clearly marked. You can't miss it.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
There is a variety of terrain types here, primarily deep sand dunes surrounded by hard packed dusty trails.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
The main pit is very large, but most of the hills are not very steep.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
The main staging area is very small but has a self-pay station, a few picnic tables and a couple shade ramadas. There is enough parking for small trailers only.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
Most of the trails head east and connect to more jeep roads.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
The area offers something for everyone. You can even get a little air time here!
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
Some of the trails are narrow and follow ridgetops.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
A truck going up a moderate hill.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
Some of the trails have soft sand.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
A view of the main pit.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
A view of one of the ridgetops.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
Most of the trails are very easy. Nothing too difficult.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
A good view of the trails.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
Even full sized trucks can tackle the trails and hill climbs.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
This area offers mostly hard packed and crusty jeep trails with the occasional moderate hill climb.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
A nice view of the OHV area. As you can see, nothing too challenging.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
Most of the trails look like this.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
This is also a good place to bring the side by side.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
The area is very popular with the jeep crowd.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
Most of the trails have gradual elevation changes making it a good choice to bring a beginner.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
Most riders can tackle the hillclimbs,
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
The area is very dry and vegetation is sparse.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
Another view of a truck on a trail.
Ehrenberg Sandbowl OHV Area Photo
A view from the center of the main pit.
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