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White Mountain
Sunday, December 15, 2024
| Other Names | White Mountain, Wyoming |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Open to all vehicle types, this large open area offers miles of long offroad loops to explore on public land. The terrain is mostly high desert vegetation surrounded by rugged plateaus and colorful rolling hills.
The trails are open year-round but the best time to visit is late spring through early fall. This area is also close to the Killpecker Sand Dunes, which is located about 30 miles northeast.
Camping with direct trail access can be found onsite at Rock Springs-Green River KOA. The property offers big rig friendly RV sites, cabin rentals, clean restrooms with hot showers, laundromat plus a store stocked with cold drinks, basic groceries, firewood and propane.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | WY ORV Permit |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | All non-residents must purchase a Wyoming ORV permit. |
| 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 | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Guests can ride on or out of campground to access trails. Offroad riding is not permitted within the campground. | |
TERRAIN
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 6230 to 7600 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Not Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud |  None | |
| Dust |  Some | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees | None | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Intersections | Some | |
| Rider Traffic | Few | |
| Shade | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards not marked) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Little | |
 Expert | None |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | BLM, Private |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Rock Springs, WY | |
| Diesel | Rock Springs, WY | |
 Water | On Site | Rock Springs Green River (307) 362-3063 |
 RV Hookup | On Site | Rock Springs Green River (307) 362-3063 |
 RV Disposal | On Site | Rock Springs Green River (307) 362-3063 |
| Campground | On Site | Rock Springs Green River (307) 362-3063 |
 Conv Store | On Site | Rock Springs Green River (307) 362-3063 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $0.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Call (307) 362-3063 for rates and availability. |
RATINGS
| Pros | miles of trails, direct access from campground |
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Rock Springs, WY | ||
| Address | 86 Foothill Boulevard, Rock Springs, WY 82901 | ||
| From: Rock Springs, WY
1) Take I-80 to Exit 99 2) Turn north off the exit ramp onto Foothill Blvd, continue 1.2 miles 3) Campground entrance is on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Rock Springs Field Office 280 Highway 191 North Rock Springs, WY 82901 (307) 352-0256 rock_springs_wymail@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
| Contact Info | Rock Springs Green River KOA 86 Foothill Boulevard Rock Springs, WY 82901 (307) 362-3063 rockspringskoa@gmail.com |
White Mountain Trail Photo
The campground is surrounded by rolling hills and rugged terrain. A short distance away is the Flaming Gorge Reservoir, which boasts some amazing river and canyon views.
White Mountain Trail Photo
There are plenty of wide open spaces with some decent views. The vegetation is sparse but you can see for miles in any direction.
White Mountain Trail Photo
This is a good example of the high desert terrain and vegetation. Lots of sagebrush and colorful hills that can be seen for miles.
White Mountain Trail Photo
The area is mostly covered with various sage and scrub brush. You may even come across an old homestead or cattle ranch.
White Mountain Trail Photo
The offroad trails are perfect for ATVs and UTVs. For dune enthusiasts check out the nearby Killpecker Sand Dunes, which is about 30 miles northeast of the campground.
White Mountain Trail Photo
The ATV trails form some long loops with scenic views of the surrounding valleys and canyons.
White Mountain Trail Photo
The Rock Springs-Green River KOA offers plenty of RV pull through sites and cabin rentals to choose from. The campground offers clean restrooms with hot showers, a laundromat and a camp store that carries basic groceries, cold drinks, propane and firewood.
White Mountain Trail Photo
The campground offers cabin rentals that can sleep 4-6 people. Call for rates and availability.
White Mountain Trail Photo
This is one of the tent sites that comes with electric outlet, picnic table, BBQ grill and a shade gazebo.
White Mountain Trail Photo
The Rock Springs-Green River KOA caters to large RVs and has plenty of sites to choose from. All sites are a short distance away from the camp office, restrooms, laundromat and dog park.
White Mountain Trail Photo
The campground is spacious and is big rig friendly. Many of the sites are pull through and come with a picnic table and fire ring.
White Mountain Trail Photo
This RV site comes with electric and water hookups plus a picnic table. Sites are graveled and are close to the camp office.
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS