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Kermit Sand Dunes
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Kermit Sand Hills, Kermit Sandhills, The Dunes at Kermit |
| Last Known Status | Closed |
This large dune area at one time offered 700 acres to explore but is now closed and no longer open for riding. The area was very popular with ATVs due to the numerous small flat dunes and handful of side trails. The area had an eastern and western staging area, each with primitive camping and some basic amenities. Whip flags were required and some fees where charged to camp and ride.
This listing will remain up to dispel rumurs and to help prevent a wasted trip. Nearby dune areas that are still open for riding include Red Sands (El Paso, Texas), Red Sands (Alamogordo, New Mexico), Hackberry Lake and Mescalero Sand Dunes.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Closed | |
| Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
| Noise Limit | No | |
| Whip Flags | Yes (96 inches) | Whip Flags Required For Safety required on all ATVs except dirt bikes and drag quads |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Prohibited | |
 ATVs | Prohibited | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | Prohibited | |
| MX Helmet Required | Certain Areas | required on the drag strip (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Licensed motor vehicles such as cars, Jeeps and pickups are not permitted off the parking area. | |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 16,000 acres (25 sq mi) | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 2995 to 3025 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack | None | |
| Sand |  All | paddle or sand tire recommended for best experience |
| Mud | None | |
| Dust | None | |
| Rocks | None | |
| Trees | None | |
| Steep Hills |  Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps | Some | |
| Berms | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Shade |  Few | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert |  Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Off-Road Dunes |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Kent Kwik Convenience Store (432) 586-6030 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Kent Kwik Convenience Store (432) 586-6030 |
 Water | 30+ Miles (SE) | Monahans Sandhills State Park (432) 943-2092 |
 RV Hookup | On Site | electric hookups |
 RV Disposal | 30+ Miles (SE) | Monahans Sandhills State Park (432) 943-2092 |
| Campground | 30+ Miles (SE) | Monahans Sandhills State Park (432) 943-2092 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Allsup's Convenience Store (432) 586-5015 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($10.00 per rider) Dunes at Kermit Fees |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $5.00 RV: $30.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Dunes at Kermit Fees |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Kermit, TX | ||
| Address | 9948 hwy 115 Kermit, TX 79745 | ||
| From: Kermit, TX
1) Take SR-18 North 3.5 miles 2) Turn right (east) on FM-874, continue 5.3 miles 3) Turn left (north) on CR-301, follow to dunes. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
Kermit Dune Area Photo
Photo Submitted 10/6/2013 (Thanks!)
Kermit Dune Area Photo
Photo Submitted 10/6/2013 (Thanks!)
Kermit Dune Area Photo
Photo Submitted 3/30/2014 (Thanks!)
Kermit Dune Area Photo
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Kermit Dune Area Photo
Photo Submitted 4/15/2014 (Thanks!)
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