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Saturday, December 14, 2024
Other Names | Shea Pit, Shea Road, Black Peak, Bobs Well, Osborne Well, Parker 400 Desert Race, Gibraltar Mountain Wilderness, Cienega Springs, Nellie Mine, Gray Eagle Mine Trail, Grey Eagle Mine Trail, Shay Pit |
Last Known Status | Open |
Home to the Parker 400 Desert Race, this large area has multiple access points and consists of chunky 4x4 trails, sandy washes with various cactuses and creosote bushes scattered about. Camping is permitted but is primitive, so bring your own shade and water. The nearby towns of Parker and Lake Havasu City offer numerous services, boating and recreation opportunities.
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 | |
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 | Some Areas | camping allowed within 100' of existing road |
Campfires | No Restriction | |
Night Riding | Yes | |
Trail Blazing | Some Areas | except in play areas you must stay on roads and trails |
Rule Enforcement | Few/Periodic | |
Comment | closed for brief periods during race events |
Approx Size | 10,000 acres (16 sq mi) | |
Miles Of Trail | 50 | |
Climate Type | Desert | |
Elevation | 700 to 1300 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
Loose Dirt | Some | |
Hard Pack | Some | |
Sand | Some | |
Mud | Little | |
Dust | Little | |
Rocks | Mostly | |
Trees | None | |
Steep Hills | Few | |
Water Crossings | None | |
Small Jumps | Few | |
Large Jumps | Few | |
Berms | Few | |
Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
Single Track | None | |
Roads | Mostly | |
Intersections | Some | |
Rider Traffic | Few | |
Shade | None | |
Ranges/Gunfire | Few | |
Hazards | Few | (hazards not marked) Beware of open mine shafts. |
Novice | Some | |
Amateur | Mostly | |
Expert | Little | |
Comment | multiple play areas connected by jeep roads, Gray Mine trail is best scenic loop in area |
Area | Motorized Trails |
Land | BLM |
Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Circle K/Parker (928) 669-5444 |
Diesel | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Chevron/Parker |
Water | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Buckskin Mountain State Park (928) 667-3231 |
RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Blue Water Marine RV Park 928-669-2433 |
RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Buckskin Mountain State Park (928) 667-3231 |
Campground | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Buckskin Mountain State Park (928) 667-3231 |
Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Circle K/Parker (928) 669-5444 |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | (None) |
Riding | (None) |
Camping | (None) |
Pros | free, large area, many map kiosk |
Cons | chunky rock, mostly jeep trails, no shade, no services |
Our Rating | Good |
Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days Fall/Winter |
Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
Nearest City | Parker, AZ | ||
| From: Lake Havasu City, AZ
1) Take Alt Hwy 95 South about 35 miles 2) Turn left (south) onto California Avenue, continue 1.5 miles 3) Turn left (east) on Shea Road, continue about 7 miles 4) Look for BLM kiosk on the right, turn here. |
Contact Info | BLM - Lake Havasu Field Office 2610 Sweetwater Ave. Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406 (928) 505-1200 (888) 213-2582 lake_havasu@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
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