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Sand Mountain
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Sand Mountain Recreation Area, Sand Spring, Sand Mountain OHV Area, Singing Mountain |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This is one of the most popular riding destinations in Nevada featuring one main dune (about 600 feet), and a number of smaller dunes. There are also a handful of marked side trails but the overall area is fairly small.
Whip flags are mandatory and there are two types of passes that can be purchased; the weekly pass is good for 7 days, and the annual pass which is good for one year. All visitors are required to pay at least a use fee, regardless if they bring an OHV or not. Note, that the last time we checked, daily passes were not available, so you may have to pay for all 7 days to ride just one, but Tuesdays and Wednesdays are free so if you can hit this place mid week it is a bargain.
There are no other services except for the vault toilets and summer weekends are crowded (5,000 ATVs - one main dune). Quiet hours are from 12am - 6am and alcoholic beverages, firearms and glass containers are prohibited.
If you like dunes keep in mind that there are three other sand dune areas in remote areas of Nevada (Tonopah Dunes, Amargosa Dunes, and Winnemucca Sand Dunes) some of which are larger, free, and every bit as fun.
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 | Yes (96 inches) | Whip Flags Required 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 | |
 Campfires | Some Areas | |
| Night Riding | No | Quiet hours 12am - 6am |
| Trail Blazing | Some Areas | |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement | Strict | Dedicated Rangers/Officers On-Site Office/Station |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 4,795 acres (7 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 23 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 3900 to 4500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand |  All | paddle or sand tire recommended for best experience |
| Mud | None | |
| Dust | None | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees | None | |
| Steep Hills |  Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps | Some | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Intersections | All | |
| Rider Traffic |  Many | |
| Shade | None | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
| Hazards | Many | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) Rider traffic, razorbacks, steep hillclimbs |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes |
| Land | BLM |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 30+ Miles (NW) | Fox Peak Station (775) 423-5655 |
| Diesel | 30+ Miles (NW) | Fox Peak Station (775) 423-5655 |
 Water | 30+ Miles (NW) | Churchill County Fairgrounds (775) 423-7733 |
 RV Hookup | 30+ Miles (NW) | Churchill County Fairgrounds (775) 423-7733 |
 RV Disposal | 30+ Miles (NW) | Churchill County Fairgrounds (775) 423-7733 |
| Campground | On Site | primitive camping |
 Conv Store | 30+ Miles (NW) | Fox Peak Station (775) 423-5655 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($40.00 per vehicle) |
| Riding | Yes ($40.00 per OHV) weekly pass is valid for 7 days |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Weekly pass is $40.00 per OHV and is valid for 7 days. Annual pass is $90.00 and is good for 1 year ending in the month of purchase. Tuesday and Wednesdays are free days. Daily use passes are not available. |
RATINGS
| Pros | plenty of sand dunes, Tuesdays & Wednesdays are free days |
| Cons | entry fees are steep, no services, very popular during the summer & three day weekends |
| Our Rating |  Fair |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day Fall |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Fallon, NV | ||
| Address | Sand Mountain Road, Fallon, NV 89406 | ||
| From: Fallon, NV
1) Take Hwy 50 east about 25 miles 2) Turn left (north) on a dirt access road (Note: Sand Mountain can be clearly seen from the highway) 3) Continue about 2 miles toward Sand Mountain. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Stillwater Field Office 5665 Morgan Mill Road Carson City, NV 89701 (775) 885-6000 blm_nv_ccdowebmail@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
Sand Mountain OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 1/28/2013 (Thanks!)
Sand Mountain OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 1/28/2013 (Thanks!)
Sand Mountain OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 1/28/2013 (Thanks!)
Sand Mountain OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 10/4/2012 (Thanks!)
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS