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Hollister Hills SVRA
Thursday, March 7, 2024
| Other Names | Renz Property, San Jose, San Benito County, Holister Hills, San Andreas Fault, Hudner Ranch |
| Last Known Status | Open (This park reaches capacity during most weekends. To receive real-time notifications with current status text ‘hollisterhills’ to 74121.) |
This is a state operated recreation area designed specifically for OHVs. The area offers a wide variety of banked, one-way, rated trails and plenty of shaded parking. If you pay attention you can see wild turkeys and boars on the trail.
The Lower Ranch staging area consists of about 65 miles of trails for ATVs and motorcycles, and a number of MX tracks. The Upper Ranch staging area has about 25 miles of wider trails, and can be reserved for special events and private gatherings up to 300 people. Area 5 is for use only by buggies and 4x4 vehicles.
An onsite store called Faultline Powersports sells snacks, parts and gear. Rider traffic is heavy on weekends, particularly on the main roads. The park is heavily patrolled and rangers at the gate often check noise levels, spark arrestors, and verify OHMVR stickers.
A trail section called the Renz property was added in 2008 which includes 23 miles of additional trails for motorcycles and ATVs.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | CA OHMVR stickers required sticker requirements enforced at gate |
| Dates Open | Daily dawn to dusk | CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted from 10/1 to 5/31 |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Yes | Residents of any state not listed must purchase a Nonresident OHV Use Permit. (AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, IA, ID, IN, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI, WY) |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB) |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 ATVs | Some Areas | CA OHMVR stickers required some tracks are motorcycle only, some tracks are quads only |
 UTV & SXS | Some Areas | CA OHMVR stickers required permitted on designated 4x4 trails |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Some Areas | designated area for 4x4 play |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Some Areas | CA OHMVR stickers required permitted on designated 4x4 trails |
| 2 Stroke Engines | Certain Times | CA OHMVR restrictions apply red sticker laws apply |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | helmets required by state law |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) fire pits only, fire pits are in camp areas |
| Night Riding | No | trails and tracks are open from dawn to dusk |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
| Alcohol | Some Areas | CA state laws apply, open container laws apply |
| Rule Enforcement | Some | Dedicated Rangers/Officers Gate Inspection |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 6,800 acres (11 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 180 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 660 to 2425 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | slick, but most turns are banked |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Some | there is one big mudhole that is about 100 yards |
| Dust | Mostly | gets pretty dusty when riding fast |
| Rocks | Little | not many rocks here at all - big or small |
| Trees |  Many | some very pleasant, shady trails |
| Steep Hills | Some | one very steep, long hill at entrance, various others |
| Water Crossings | None | none found except one mud hole, aprox 100 square yards |
| Small Jumps | Some | trails have some good jumpable ridges |
| Large Jumps |  Few | |
| Berms | Many | a real plus...very nice |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Intersections | Few | |
| Rider Traffic | Many | |
| Shade | Many | many parking spots, 50+ with gazebos, many others including camp |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards not marked) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, MX Track |
| Land | State Recreation |
MX TRACK 
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | 90 cc Max |
| Min Engine Size | 50 cc Min |
| Comment | Upper Mini track (motorcycles & ATVs) |
MX TRACK
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | 90 cc Min |
| Comment | TT Track (motorcycles only) |
MX TRACK
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
| Comment | Vintage Track (motorcycles only) |
MX TRACK
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
| Comment | Quad/3 wheeler track (no motorcycles) |
MX TRACK
| Features | Public, Groomed |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
| Comment | Main MX Track, large table tops |
MX TRACK
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | 90 cc Max |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
| Comment | Mini track and pee-wee play area across from Faultline Powersports |
MX TRACK
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | 90 cc Min |
| Comment | Lodge MX Track (expert, motorcycle & quads) |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | On Site | Faultline Powersports (831) 637-9780 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (N) | Shell (831) 636-1100 |
 Water | On Site | well water available at all campgrounds; bring drinking water |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (E) | San Benito Fairgrounds (831) 628-3421 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (E) | San Benito Fairgrounds (831) 628-3421 |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (N) | Shell (831) 636-1100 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($5.00 per vehicle) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $10.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $10.00 |
| Comment | park closes at dusk, camp area stays open shared access to water, no hookups, public restrooms and showers available |
RATINGS
| Pros | one way trails, plenty shade & amenities, variety, bermed trails, parts/snacks store onsite, good parking spots, labled trails, maps available |
| Cons | CA red sticker limitations, strongly enforced rules, a bit too "regulated" rider/car congestion on some of the main roads can get dangerous & annoying. |
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Hollister, CA | ||
| Address | 7800 Cienega Road, Hollister, CA 95023 | ||
| From: Sacramento, CA
1) Take I-5 South to Exit 407 2) Turn right (south) off the exit ramp onto Santa Nella Blvd/33 South, continue 3.2 miles 3) Take exit for 152 West, continue 31 miles 4) Take exit for 156 West/Hollister, continue 13.3 miles 5) Turn left (east) onto Union Road, continue 3.6 miles 6) Turn right (south) onto Cienga Road, continue 5 miles 7) Park entrance is on the right (west). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Hollister Hills SVRA 7800 Cienega Road Hollister, CA 95023 (831) 637-3874 hollister.hills@parks.ca.gov ohvinfo.ohv@parks.ca.gov ohv.parks.ca.gov |
| Contact Info | Hollister Hills Off Road Association 7726 Cienega Road Hollister, CA 95023 (831) 637-3874 (831) 637-9741 contacthhora@gmail.com www.hhora.org |
| Contact Info | Faultline Powersports 7804 Cienega Road Hollister, CA 95023 (831) 637-8550 (831) 637-9780 info@faultlinemc.com www.faultlinemc.com |
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Most of the trails are smooth and fast.
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Most of the trails are smooth and fast.
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Pay attention to signs, as most trails are one way only!
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
This photo was taken back in 2004. Back then the parts and repair store was called 'The Pit Stop'. The building is still there but is now called 'Faultline Powersports'.
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
MX tracks offers big air jumps.
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Make sure you have your OHMVR stickers as the main entrance has dedicated rangers that will check.
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
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Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
Hollister Hills OHV Area Photo
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