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Rio Puerco
Saturday, December 14, 2024
| Other Names | Rio Puerco River, Wash Trail, Ridge Trail, Dune Trail, Windmill Hill, Snoopy Rock, Moon Rocks, Crystal Hill, Choke Point, The Gauntlet |
| Last Known Status | Closed |
This area is a checkerboard of private and state land and is slowing becoming more developed due to urban growth. Nearby places that are better suited for riding include Montessa OHV Park, Cedro Peak and Sandia Motocross Park.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | NM OHV Permit |
| Dates Open | Closed | |
| 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 | Whip Flags Recommended For Safety |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Prohibited | |
 ATVs | Prohibited | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | Prohibited | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Rio Rancho, NM | ||
| From: Albuquerque, NM
1) Take I-40 to Exit 155 2) Merge north onto SR-448, continue 10 miles 3) Turn left (west) onto Southern Blvd, continue about 10 miles (road will turn to dirt) 4) Staging area is located near the north end of the sand dunes. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Rio Puerco Field Office 435 Montano NE Albuquerque, NM 87107 (505) 761-8700 blm_nm_comments@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
| Contact Info | New Mexico Game And Fish 1 Wildlife Way Santa Fe, NM 87507 (888) 248-6866 (505) 476-8000 ispa@state.nm.us www.wildlife.state.nm.us |
| Comment | OHV Permit Info |
Rio Puerco Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/7/2013 (Thanks!)
Rio Puerco Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 5/15/2017 (Thanks!)
Rio Puerco Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 9/27/2014 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 5500 to 6000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand |  Mostly | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  Few | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings |  None | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Few | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (E) | 7-11 (505) 892-1469 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (E) | 7-11 (505) 892-1469 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (S) | High Desert RV Park (505) 839-9035 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (S) | High Desert RV Park (505) 839-9035 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (S) | High Desert RV Park (505) 839-9035 |
| Campground | Rio Rancho, NM | |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (E) | 7-11 (505) 892-1469 |
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