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Saturday, October 12, 2024
Other Names | The Dunes Inc. |
Last Known Status | Closed |
This area offered 360 acres of open area that consists of dunes, sandy trails, mud and creek riding, and two lakes and a beach but is permanently closed.
The park was generally open for business Friday through Sunday except during the Christmas holiday. Weekday riding arrangements were available for parties of 10 or more. Camping was permitted and both electric and water hookups were available. This listing will remain up for historical purposes and to help prevent a wasted trip.
Permit Required | No | |
Dates Open | Closed | |
Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
Noise Limit | No | |
Whip Flags | Yes (96 inches) | Whip Flags Required For Safety can be purchased at gate for $10/flag |
Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Prohibited | |
Four Wheelers | Prohibited | |
UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
2 Stroke Engines | Prohibited | |
Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
Night Riding | No | |
Trail Blazing | Some Areas | |
Alcohol | Some Areas | not permitted in dunes, staging area or on the track |
Rule Enforcement |
Area | Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes |
Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | Yes ($10.00 per person) regular weekend rate - $15 |
Riding | Yes ($25.00 per rider) regular weekend rate - $40/rider |
Camping | Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $20.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 |
Our Rating | Very Good |
Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
Nearest City | Forest Hill, LA | ||
Address | 142 Boy Scout Road, Forest Hill, LA 71430 | ||
| From: Alexandria, LA
1) Take I-49 south to exit 66 2) Turn right (west) off the ramp on SR-112, continue 6.6 miles 3) Turn left (south) on US-165, continue 3.4 miles 4) Turn right (north) on Boy Scout Road and proceed past Myers Road and take second road to the right, turn here and follow road to park entrance. |
Approx Size | 360 acres (1 sq mi) | |
Climate Type | Forest | |
Elevation | 90 to 150 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 | Some | |
Steep Hills | Some | |
Water Crossings | Few | |
Small Jumps | Some | |
Large Jumps | Some | |
Intersections | Many | |
Rider Traffic | Many | |
Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
Hazards | Few | (hazards are marked) |
Novice | Some | |
Amateur | Mostly | |
Expert | Little |
Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Wag-A-Bag Citgo (318) 748-6775 |
Diesel | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Wag-A-Bag Citgo (318) 748-6775 |
Water | On Site | |
RV Hookup | On Site | |
RV Disposal | Forest Hill, LA | |
Campground | On Site | |
Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (S) | Daltons Grocery (318) 748-4958 |
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