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Red Sands
Thursday, December 12, 2024
| Other Names | Red Dunes |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This popular area offers reddish colored dunes and miles of sandy trails. Guests can bring their own OHV or rent an ATV. A small fee is charged for parking and a snack shop is available which carries drinks, snacks and riding gear. Whip flags are not required but are recommended and can be purchased onsite. Primitive camping is permitted, just remember to pack out what you bring in.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Store Hours: Wednesday and Thursday 9am-6pm, Friday through Sunday 9am-9pm, Most Holiday Weekends | |
| Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
| Noise Limit | No | |
| 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 | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | Yes ($5.00) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Call for ATV rental rates. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | El Paso, TX | ||
| Address | 15698 Montana Ave, El Paso, TX 79938 | ||
| From: El Paso, TX
1) Take Montana Ave east about 20 miles 2) Look for signage for "Rent a UTV Off-Road Adventures", enter here. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Rent a UTV Off-road Adventures 15698 Montana Ave El Paso, TX 79938 (915) 855-4288 feedback@rentanatv.com |
Red Sands OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 5/9/2013 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 13,440 acres (21 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 10 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 4200 to 4300 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack | None | |
| Sand |  All | paddle or sand tire recommended for best experience |
| Mud | None | |
| Dust | None | |
| Rocks | None | |
| Trees | None | |
| Steep Hills |  Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps |  Many | |
| Large Jumps | Some | |
| Berms |  Few | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert |  Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (W) | Exxon (915) 921-6003 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (W) | Exxon (915) 921-6003 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Hueco Tanks State Park Campground (915) 857-1135 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Hueco Tanks State Park Campground (915) 857-1135 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Hueco Tanks State Park Campground (915) 857-1135 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Hueco Tanks State Park Campground (915) 857-1135 |
 Conv Store | On Site |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS