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Amargosa Dunes
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Alt Names Amarosa Big Dune, Amargosa Valley, Amargosa Desert, Amergosa, Amargosa Dunes
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION
When Las Vegas locals want to catch some big air, they go here, where the crushed grains of quartz and feldspar rock make the sand firm and easy to navigate. With lots of small washes and large areas of dispersed vegetation surrounding the area, it's a fun place to set up camp, carve a track for the kiddies, let the dog run, and kick back for a BBQ. Crowds are small, mountain views are great, and the access road is firm and smooth. Bring your own shade and water.
LOCATION
Nearest City Amargosa, NV
GPS Coordinates N 36º 38.943' W 116º 32.624'
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 From: Reno, NV

1) Take I-80 E to Alt 50 South
2) Take Alt 50 South to 95 South
3) Take 95 South past Beatty
4) 21 miles south of Beatty turn right(west) on Valley View Blvd
(gps coords of turn: N36.40.777 W116.32.501)
5) Follow Valley View Blvd west 2.0 miles
6) Entrance is dirt road on the right
(entrance is marked by red & blue painting/arrows painted on the road)
AREA TYPE
Area Type Dunes
Land Type BLM
QUALITY
Pros firm sand, paddle tire not required, large areas, good scenery
variety, open spaces,plenty room to camp & get away from other campers
Cons no services, no shade, dry & dusty
Rating Rating    Good
Recommended Stay 1-2 Days
TERRAIN
Square Miles 5
Climate Type Desert
Elevation 2500 to 2500 ft.
Trail Maintenance Not Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained
Loose Dirt This dune area has no loose dirt.None
Hard Pack The dune area has no hard pack terrain.None
Sand This dune area has almost all sandy areas.All
Mud The dune area has no mud after it rains.None
Dust The dune area has little dust on typical days.Little
Rocks This dune area has no rocks.None
Trees The dune area has no trees.None
Steep Hills This dune area has almost all steep hills.All
Water Crossings The dune area has no water crossings.None
Small Jumps This dune area has some small jumps.Some
Large Jumps This dune area has many large jumps.Many
Berms The dune area has few berms.Few
Sand/Gravel Pits This BLM land has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This BLM land has no single track trails.None
Roads This BLM land has no roads.None
Intersections This dune area has almost all intersections.All
Rider Traffic The BLM land has many rider traffic on typical days.Many popular on weekends
Shade This BLM land has no shaded areas.None
Ranges/Gunfire This BLM land has no shooting ranges or gunfire.None
Hazards This dune area has few hazards.Few (hazards not marked)
Beware of cliffs.
high rider traffic, some sand dunes have sharp dropoffs
Novice Terrain This dune area has some beginner terrain.Some
Amateur Terrain This dune area has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Expert Terrain This dune area has some expert terrain.Some
Comment nice dunes, firm sand - can get by with new knobby tires - paddle
tire not needed.
REGULATIONS
Permit Required No
Dates Open Year-Round
Spark Arrestor Yes NV state law/BLM
Noise Limit
Night Riding Unknown
Flags Flags Recommended
flags not enforced
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Permitted
ATVs No Restriction
UTVs No Restriction
4x4s (registered) No Restriction
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies No Restriction
Bicycles No Restriction Not Recommended
Hiking No Restriction Not Recommended
Horseback No Restriction
Camping No Restriction
Campfires No Restriction
Alcohol No Restriction
Fireworks Prohibited
Firearms Some Areas
Law Enforcement None
Comment wide open/BLM typical
FEES
Parking Fee No ($0.00)
Entry Fee No ($0.00)
Riding Fee No ($0.00)
Camping Fee No ($0.00)
Comment free/no services
KEY SERVICES
First Aid Amargosa, NV Beatty, NV
Gasoline Nearest City
Diesel Nearest City
Water Nearest City potable water
Amargosa Valley
RV Hookup Amargosa, NV Beatty, NV
RV Disposal Amargosa, NV Beatty, NV
Campground On Site
Conv Store Nearest City
Swim Area Amargosa, NV
Water Body 30+ Miles (S) Lake Mead
Boat Ramp 30+ Miles (S) Lake Mead
CONTACTS
Contact Info BLM - Southern Nevada District Office
4701 North Torrey Pines
Las Vegas, NV 89130
(702) 515-5000
www.blm.gov
Contact Info lvfoweb@nv.blm.gov
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Main entrance is marked with a spray painted arrow on the road.
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