Renz Property, San Jose, San Benito County, Hollister Hills Recreation Area, Holister Hills
Last Known Status
Open
DESCRIPTION
This is a state operated recreation area designed specifically for OHVs. The area offers a wide variety of banked, one-way, rated trails and plenty of shaded parking. If you pay attention you can see wild turkeys and wild boars on the trail.
The Lower Ranch staging area consists of about 65 miles of trails for ATVs and motorcycles, and a number of MX tracks. The Upper Ranch staging area has about 25 miles of wider trails, and can be reserved for special events and private gatherings up to 300 people. Area 5 is for use only by buggies and 4x4 vehicles.
An onsite store called Faultline Powersports sells snacks, parts and gear. Rider traffic is heavy on weekends, particularly on the main roads. The park is heavily patrolled and rangers at the gate often check noise levels, check for spark arrestors, and verify OHMVR stickers.
A new trail section called the Renz property was added in 2008. This new area includes 23 miles of additional trails for motorcycles and ATVs. OHV Area Map...Directions...Nearby OHV Areas...
***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (May 2013)
AMP Memorial Day Weekend Motocross Race A motocross race is scheduled for May 25-27. GFI membership is required and is $35/year or $5/day. For class structure and fees check the AMP website or call (209) 656-9682.
7th Annual Six Hours of Hollister Endurance Race! A race is scheduled for Saturday, June 1 and will be held at the GP Track/Upper Ranch. For event details call (408) 629-2074 or (831) 637-9741.
Garrahan Off-Road Training Tuesdays An offroad motorcycle training class is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28 at the Lower Ranch - Vintage Track and Trails. For more information e-mail brian@garrahanoffroad.com.
From: Sacramento, CA
1) Take I-5 South to 33 South to 152 West
2) 152 West to 156 South
3) 156 South to Hollister outskirts
4) Left on Union Road
5) Right on Cienega
6) Follow signs to park.
TYPE OF AREA
Area
Trail, Track
Land
State Recreation
QUALITY
Pros
one way trails, plenty shade & ammenities, variety, bermed trails, parts/snacks store onsite, good parking spots, labled trails, maps available
Cons
CA red sticker limitations, strongly enforced rules, a bit too "regulated" rider/car congestion on some of the main roads can get dangerous & annoying.
Rating
Good
Recommended Stay
1-2 Days
TERRAIN
Square Miles
5
Miles Of Trail
90
Climate Type
Forest
Trail Maintenance
Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained
Loose Dirt
Little
Hard Pack
Mostly
slick, but most turns are banked
Sand
None
Mud
Some
there is one big mudhole that is about 100 yards
Dust
Mostly
gets pretty dusty when riding fast
Rocks
Little
not many rocks here at all - big or small
Trees
Many
some very pleasant, shady trails
Steep Hills
Some
one very steep, long hill at entrance, various others
Water Crossings
None
none found except one mud hole, aprox 100 square yards
Small Jumps
Some
trails have some good jumpable ridges
Large Jumps
Few
Berms
Many
a real plus...very nice
Sand/Gravel Pits
None
Single Track
Few
Roads
Few
Intersections
Few
Rider Traffic
Many
Shade
Many
many parking spots, 50+ with gazebos, many others including camp
Ranges/Gunfire
None
Hazards
Few
(hazards not marked)
Novice
Some
Amateur
Some
Expert
Little
MX TRACK
Features
Public
Max Engine Size
90 cc Max
Min Engine Size
No Minimum
Comment
Upper Mini track (motorcycles & ATVs)
MX TRACK
Features
Public
Max Engine Size
No Maximum
Min Engine Size
90 cc Min
Comment
TT track (motorcycles only)
MX TRACK
Features
Public
Max Engine Size
No Maximum
Min Engine Size
No Minimum
Comment
Vintage track (motorcycles only)
MX TRACK
Features
Public
Max Engine Size
No Maximum
Min Engine Size
No Minimum
Comment
Quad/3 wheeler track (no motorcycles)
MX TRACK
Features
Public, Groomed
Max Engine Size
No Maximum
Min Engine Size
No Minimum
Comment
Main MX track, large table tops
MX TRACK
Features
Public
Max Engine Size
90 cc Max
Min Engine Size
No Minimum
Comment
Mini track and pee-wee play area across from Faultline Powersports
(permitted in developed campsites only) fire pits only, fire pits are in camp areas
Alcohol
Some Areas
CA state laws apply, open container laws apply
Fireworks
Prohibited
Firearms
Prohibited
Law Enforcement
Some
Dedicated Rangers/Officers Gate Inspection
Insurance
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