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Haystack Mountain OHV Area

Saturday, December 23, 2023

Other Names

Pecos River

Last Known StatusOpen

This area offers miles of desert trails with plenty of scenic views overlooking the Pecos River. The area has a nice variety of sand washes, rocky sections, hill climbs and some single track.

Camping is permitted and amenities include picnic tables with shelters, BBQ grills and restroom facilities. Water is not available but nearby Bottomless Lakes State Park offers RV hookups, swimming beach and several days use areas.

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REGULATIONS

Permit RequiredYesNM OHV Permit
Dates OpenYear-Round
Other ATV Stickers AcceptedYesResidents of any state without an OHV registration program must purchase a Nonresident OHV Use Permit. (AL, AK, FL, GA, HI, IL, KS, KY, MS, NE, NC, OK, SC, SD, TN, VA, WV)
Spark ArrestorYesA spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise LimitYes (96 dB)
Whip FlagsNot Required
Maximum Vehicle WidthYes (50 inches)has entrance gate or posts
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesPermitted
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers ATVsPermitted(maximum width 50 inches)
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSPermitted(maximum width 50 inches)
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates SUVs & Jeeps (registered)Prohibited
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)
Prohibited
2 Stroke EnginesNo Restriction
MX Helmet RequiredYouth Onlyrequired for persons under 18 by state law
(RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.)
Camping / Overnight RV Parking CampingNo Restriction(camp anywhere)
Campfire Restrictions Campfires
Night RidingYes
Rule Enforcement
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TYPE OF AREA

AreaMotorized Trails
LandBLM

FEES & PASSES

Parking(None)
EntryYes ($3.00 per person)
Two or more people - $5, Bus (over 15 people) -  $15.00
Riding(None)
Camping(None)

RATINGS

Our RatingRatingGood
Recommended StayFull Day
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityRoswell, NM
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From: Roswell, NM
1) Take US-285/72 North to Clovis Hwy Exit
2) Turn right (east) off the exit ramp on Clovis/Hwy 70, continue about 20 miles
3) Staging area is on the left (north).

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact InfoBLM - Roswell Field Office
2909 W. Second Street
Roswell, NM 88201-2019
(575) 627-0272
blm_nm_comments@blm.gov
www.blm.gov
Contact InfoNew Mexico Game And Fish
1 Wildlife Way
Santa Fe, NM 87507
(888) 248-6866
(505) 476-8000
ispa@state.nm.us
www.wildlife.state.nm.us
CommentOHV Permit Info

RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS

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Haystack Mountain OHV Area Trail

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TERRAIN

Approx Size1,920 acres (3 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail50
Climate TypeDesert
Elevation3800 to 4000 ft.
Trail MaintenanceMarked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose DirtThis trail has little loose dirt.Little
Hard PackThe trail has mostly hard pack terrain.Mostly
SandThis trail has little sandy areas.Little
MudThe trail has little mud after it rains.Little
DustThe trail has some dust on typical days.Some
RocksThis trail has some rocks.Some
TreesThe trail has no trees.None
Steep HillsThis trail has few steep hills.Few
Single TrackThis BLM land has some single track trails.Some
ShadeThis BLM land has few shaded areas.Few
HazardsThis trail has few hazards.Few(hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Easy Terrain NoviceThis trail has some beginner terrain.Some
Moderate Terrain AmateurThis trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Difficult Terrain ExpertThis trail has some expert terrain.Some

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline Gasoline5-20 Miles (SW)Circle K (575) 623-5650
Diesel Diesel5-20 Miles (SW)Shell (575) 624-2414
Potable Water Water5-20 Miles (SW)Red Barn RV Park (575) 623-4897 or (877) 800-4897
RV Hookups RV Hookup20-30 Miles (SW)Red Barn RV Park (575) 623-4897 or (877) 800-4897
RV Dump Station RV Disposal20-30 Miles (SW)Red Barn RV Park (575) 623-4897 or (877) 800-4897
Primitive Camping CampgroundOn Site
Convenience Store Conv Store5-20 Miles (SW)Circle K (575) 623-5650
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