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Haystack Mountain OHV Area
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Pecos River |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This area offers miles of desert trails with plenty of scenic views overlooking the Pecos River. The area has a nice variety of sand washes, rocky sections, hill climbs and some single track.
Camping is permitted and amenities include picnic tables with shelters, BBQ grills and restroom facilities. Water is not available but nearby Bottomless Lakes State Park offers RV hookups, swimming beach and several days use areas.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | NM OHV Permit |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Yes | Residents of any state without an OHV registration program must purchase a Nonresident OHV Use Permit. (AL, AK, FL, GA, HI, IL, KS, KY, MS, NE, NC, OK, SC, SD, TN, VA, WV) |
| 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 | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 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 | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Yes | |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | BLM |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($3.00 per person) Two or more people - $5, Bus (over 15 people) - $15.00 |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Roswell, NM | ||
| From: Roswell, NM
1) Take US-285/72 North to Clovis Hwy Exit 2) Turn right (east) off the exit ramp on Clovis/Hwy 70, continue about 20 miles 3) Staging area is on the left (north). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Roswell Field Office 2909 W. Second Street Roswell, NM 88201-2019 (575) 627-0272 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 |
Haystack Mountain Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 10/15/2017 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,920 acres (3 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 50 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 3800 to 4000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust |  Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  None | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Circle K (575) 623-5650 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Shell (575) 624-2414 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Red Barn RV Park (575) 623-4897 or (877) 800-4897 |
 RV Hookup | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Red Barn RV Park (575) 623-4897 or (877) 800-4897 |
 RV Disposal | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Red Barn RV Park (575) 623-4897 or (877) 800-4897 |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Circle K (575) 623-5650 |
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