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Moon Rocks

Saturday, February 10, 2024

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Other Names

Moonrocks, Hungry Valley Recreation Area, Spanish Springs, Pyramid Lake, Chickadee Lane/hungry Valley Rec Access, Moon Rocks

Last Known Status

Open

Moon Rocks is the popular name for the Hungry Valley Recreation Area, a large open area with a variety of roads, trails and makeshift motocross tracks scattered throughout the high desert. Terrain primarily consists of sandy washes, rolling hill climbs and rugged single track that winds through narrow canyons and large boulders.

The area gets its name from the large rock formation that is next to the main staging area, and is a popular play area for all types of vehicles, especially rock crawlers. Other staging areas can be found about a mile further south past the rock formation. There is no fee charged to ride or camp but all off-road vehicles must display a current Nevada OHV Sticker. Visitors should also note that this area gets very busy during regular and three day holiday weekends, so come early to get a good site.

The climate is dry and dusty, and while the trails are open year-round the best time to visit is during the spring and fall months after a light rain. Winter months are cold and summers are dry, windy and hot. Vegetation is sparse except for the occasional juniper tree, so bring shade and water.

Recent amenities have been added which include portable restrooms at Moon Rocks, Middle Flat, Prospect Hill and Big Wash camping areas. A garbage dumpster is available near the main entrance. Additional plans include adding a beginners loops and trail signage. For current updates contact the BLM - Carson City District Office.

Trail Map... Nearby ATV Trails...

REGULATIONS

Permit Required	Yes	NVOHV sticker required
Dates Open	Year-Round
Other ATV Stickers Accepted	Yes	Nevada registration is not required if the vehicle is already registered in another state and will be located in Nevada for no more than 15 days.
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	Yes
Camping	No Restriction	(camp anywhere)
Campfires	No Restriction	season permitting
Night Riding	Yes
Trail Blazing	Prohibited	keep vehicle on trail
Alcohol	No Restriction
Rule Enforcement	Few/Periodic	Jeep/SUV Patrol

TERRAIN

Approx Size	20,000 acres (31 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail	200
Climate Type	Desert
Elevation	4300 to 6500 ft.
Trail Maintenance	Not Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained
Loose Dirt	Some
Hard Pack	Some
Sand	Some
Mud	None
Dust	Some
Rocks	Some
Trees	Few
Steep Hills	Few
Water Crossings	None
Small Jumps	Some
Large Jumps	Some
Berms	Few
Sand/Gravel Pits	None
Single Track	Some
Roads	Some	50% roads
Intersections	Many
Rider Traffic	Some	a lot by Nevada standards, little by CA
Shade	Few
Ranges/Gunfire	Some
Hazards	Few	(hazards not marked) Beware of open mine shafts.
Novice	Some
Amateur	Some
Expert	Little
Comment	Good place to bring the family.

TYPE OF AREA

Area	Motorized Trails, Play Areas

Land

BLM

GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline	5-20 Miles (S)	7-11 (775) 425-1711
Diesel	5-20 Miles (S)	7-11 (775) 425-1711
Water	5-20 Miles (N)	Pyramid Lake RV Park (775) 476-1156
RV Hookup	5-20 Miles (N)	Pyramid Lake RV Park (775) 476-1156
RV Disposal	5-20 Miles (N)	Pyramid Lake RV Park (775) 476-1156
Campground	On Site	open area, camp anywhere
Conv Store	5-20 Miles (S)	7-11 (775) 425-1711

FEES & PASSES

Parking	(None)
Entry	(None)
Riding	(None)
Camping	(None)

RATINGS

Pros	open area, open spaces, popular - will see many other riders, large open staging area, some interesting rock formations to play on, large/lots of trails
Cons	dry & dusty, no water, no services, very little shade
Our Rating	Very Good
Recommended Stay	Full Day Spring
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest City

Reno, NV

Address

Winnemucca Ranch Road, Reno, NV 89510

Trail Map

From: Reno, NV
1) Take I-80 East to Exit 18
2) Turn left (north) off the exit ramp onto NV-445/Pyramid Way, continue 17.5 miles
3) Turn left (north-west) onto Winnemuca Ranch Road, continue 6.3 miles
4) Turn left (west) onto dirt road, continue about 1 mile toward staging areas (look for large flat dirt parking area and kiosk).