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Johnson Valley OHV

Tuesday, May 14, 2013
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Alt Names Camp Rock Rd, Anderson Dry Lake, Lucerne Valley, Hatvelle Hills, Melville Dry Lake, Camp Rock Road, Johnson Valley OHV Recreation Area
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION
This is a large open area with easy to moderate terrain, few regulations and mountain scenery. There are a few joshua trees in the area and a dry lake bed. Cross-county travel is permitted, but steer clear of the desert tortoise, a threatened and highly protected species. Conditions are hot, dry, and sometimes windy, with no shade.  Trail Map...  Directions...  Nearby Trails...  
LOCATION
Nearest City Lucerne Valley, CA
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 From: Barstow, CA
1) Take I-15 S to Hwy 18 East
2) Take I-15 East 15 miles to Camp Rock Road
3) Left on Camp Rock
4) Veer right, following Camp Rock
5) Straight ahead to entrance on right.
TYPE OF AREA
Area Trail, mountains, rolling hill and dry lake bed
Land BLM
QUALITY
Pros wide open spaces, large, few regulations
Cons no services, easy & moderate terrain, dry and windy & hot
Rating Rating    Good    
Recommended Stay 1-2 Days
TERRAIN
Square Miles 156
Miles Of Trail 1000
Climate Type Desert
Elevation 2300 to 4600 ft.
Trail Maintenance Not Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained
Loose Dirt This trail has little loose dirt.Little
Hard Pack The trail has some hard pack terrain.Some
Sand This trail has some sandy areas.Some
Mud The trail has little mud after it rains.Little
Dust The trail has mostly dust on typical days.Mostly
Rocks This trail has mostly rocks.Mostly
Trees The trail has no trees.None
Steep Hills This trail has some steep hills.Some
Water Crossings The trail has no water crossings.None
Small Jumps This trail has few small jumps.Few
Large Jumps This trail has no large jumps.None
Berms The trail has few berms.Few
Sand/Gravel Pits This BLM land has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This BLM land has some single track trails.Some
Roads This BLM land has few roads.Few
Intersections This trail has some intersections.Some
Rider Traffic The BLM land has few rider traffic on typical days.Few
Shade This BLM land has no shaded areas.None
Ranges/Gunfire This BLM land has some shooting ranges or gunfire.Some
Hazards This trail has few hazards.Few (hazards not marked)
beware mine shafts & unexplored ordinances
Easy Terrain Novice This trail has mostly beginner terrain.Mostly
Moderate Terrain Amateur This trail has some intermediate level terrain.Some
Difficult Terrain Expert This trail has little expert terrain.Little
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes CA OHMVR stickers required
Dates Open Year-Round CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted from 9/1 to 5/31
Spark Arrestor Yes A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise Limit Yes (96 dB) CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB)
Night Riding Unknown
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes Certain Times CA OHMVR restrictions apply
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs No Restriction CA OHMVR stickers required
UTVs No Restriction CA OHMVR stickers required
4x4s (registered) No Restriction
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies No Restriction CA OHMVR stickers required
Bicycles No Restriction
Hiking No Restriction
Horseback No Restriction
Camping No Restriction (camp anywhere)
Campfires Some Areas recommended use of established pits only
Alcohol No Restriction CA law
Fireworks Prohibited CA law
Firearms Some Areas shotguns allowed, no handguns
Law Enforcement
Insurance *Disclaimer: RiderPlanet recommends that all riders obtain motorcycle insurance or ATV / UTV insurance before visiting any of the locations depicted.
Comment Eastern boundary is Twenty Nine Palms Marine Air Guard Combat Center - No Trespassing.
FEES
Parking No ($0.00)
Entry No ($0.00)
Riding No ($0.00)
Camping No ($0.00)
Comment "open use" area
KEY SERVICES
First Aid First Aid 5-20 Miles (W) hospital
St. Mary Medical Center (760) 242-2311
Gasoline Gasoline 5-20 Miles (SW) 76 (760) 248-7998
Diesel Diesel 5-20 Miles (SW) 76 (760) 248-7998
Potable Water Water 5-20 Miles (SW) Mojave Narrows Campground (760) 245-2226
RV Hookups RV Hookup 5-20 Miles (SW) Mojave Narrows Campground (760) 245-2226
RV Dump Station RV Disposal 5-20 Miles (SW) Mojave Narrows Campground (760) 245-2226
Primitive Camping Campground On Site
Convenience Store Conv Store 5-20 Miles (SW) 76 (760) 248-7998
Swimming Swim Area Lucerne Valley, CA
Body of Water Water Body 5-20 Miles (SW) Big Bear Lake
Boating Launch Boat Ramp 5-20 Miles (SW) Big Bear Lake
CONTACTS
Contact Info BLM - Barstow Field Office
2601 Barstow Road
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 252-6000
www.blm.gov
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Johnson Valley OHV Trail
Miles and miles of open space.
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Example of terrain at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
The trails here are hard packed and very dusty.
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Some terrain at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
Main entrance.
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Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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OHV at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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OHV at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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OHV at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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OHV at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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Scenic view at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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OHV at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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OHV at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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Terrain example at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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A trail at Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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Scenic view of Johnson Valley OHV Trail
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