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Little Sahara Dunes

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

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Other Names

Little Sahara State Park, Waynoka Dunes

Last Known Status

Open

Over 1,600 acres of small sand dunes ranging from 25 to 75 feet can be explored at this state park. The western and northwestern section has the tallest sand dunes known as "Competition Hill" and "Buttercup". There are several campgrounds with RV hookups and showers plus direct dune access. A dump station can be found at the southeastern section of the dunes across the highway.

The area can be windy and is prone to tornados. Some sandy trails can be found in the center area that wind through yucca and cottonwood trees. A new ATV trail has been added which leads from the dunes to the town of Waynoka.

Whip flags are mandatory on all vehicles and must be solid orange with no writing on it. Dune buggies and 4x4 vehicles must have seat belts and a roll cage that can support the weight of the vehicle.

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REGULATIONS

Permit Required	No
Dates Open	Year-Round
Spark Arrestor	No	A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended.
Noise Limit	No
Whip Flags	Yes (120 inches)	Whip Flags Required For Safety flags must be solid orange with no writing (6"x12")
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	Youth Only	All riders and operators under the age of 18 must wear a helmet. (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.)
Camping	Some Areas	(camp in developed sites only)
Campfires	Some Areas	(permitted in developed campsites only)
Night Riding	Yes	headlights and tail lights required
Trail Blazing	Permitted
Alcohol	Some Areas	not permitted in dune area
Rule Enforcement
Comment	Dune buggies and 4x4 vehicles must have seat belts and roll bar.

TERRAIN

Approx Size	1,600 acres (2 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail	5
Climate Type	Desert
Elevation	1450 to 1550 ft.
Trail Maintenance	Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose Dirt	None
Hard Pack	None
Sand	All	paddle or sand tire recommended for best experience
Mud	None
Dust	None
Rocks	None
Trees	Few
Steep Hills	Many
Water Crossings	None
Small Jumps	Many
Large Jumps	Some
Berms	None
Sand/Gravel Pits	None
Single Track	None
Roads	Few
Shade	Few
Hazards	Few	(hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Novice	Some
Amateur	Mostly
Expert	Little

TYPE OF AREA

Area	Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes

Land	State Park

GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline	5-20 Miles (N)	Ampride (580) 824-0283
Diesel	5-20 Miles (N)	Ampride (580) 824-0283
Water	On Site
RV Hookup	On Site
RV Disposal	On Site
Campground	On Site
Conv Store	5-20 Miles (N)	Hutch's Country Market (580) 824-0962

FEES & PASSES

Parking	(None)
Entry	Yes ($10.00 per person)
Riding	Yes ($10.00 per rider)
Camping	Yes Tent: $17.00 RV: $35.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Camping fees vary. Contact park or check website for rates and reservations.
Comment	Extra sleeping units must pay additional camping fees.

RATINGS

Our Rating	Good
Recommended Stay	1-2 Days
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest City

Waynoka, OK

Address

101 Main Street, Waynoka, OK 73860

Trail Map

From: Oklahoma City, OK
1) Take I-40 West to Exit 108
2) Turn right (north) off the exit ramp onto US-281, continue about 25 miles
3) Turn left (west) on US-270, continue towards the town of Seiling, about 37 miles
4) Continue about .5 miles north through the town
5) Veer right onto US-281 (US-60), continue about 30 miles.
6) Dune entrance is on the left (west).