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Little Sahara Recreation Area
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Alt Names Little Sahara, Area Trails (little Sahara Recreation Area), Little Sahara Recreation Area Aka Jerico Sand Dunes, Jericho Sand Dunes, Little Sahara Dunes, Little Sahara Sand Dunes, Sand Mountain, Rockwell Natural Area, White Sand Dunes, Black Mountains, Lake Bonneville, Tanner Creek, Jericho Wash, Cherry Creek, Sevier Desert
Last Known Status Open
DESCRIPTION
Little Sahara Recreation Area offers 124 square miles of sand dunes that includes Sand Mountain, a 700ft challenging hill climb, several OHV trails and four large, RV accessible campgrounds. The White Sands Campground offers two of the world's largest sandboxes that are actually fenced off play areas for children. The Rockwell Natural area is located in the northwestern section of the recreation area and is off limits to motorized use. Whip flags are mandatory and can be purchased on site for $12.00. Three-day holiday weekends are very popular, especially Easter weekend, which can attract up to 20,000 people.
LOCATION
Nearest City Eureka, UT
GPS Coordinates N 39º 43.961' W 112º 16.984'
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 From: Eureka, UT

1) Take Hwy 6 south about 20 miles
2) At Jericho Junction turn right (west) on SR 148
3) Proceed about 4 miles toward the main entrance (Sahara Rd)
AREA TYPE
Area Type Trail, Dunes
Land Type BLM, Nat Recreation
QUALITY
Pros four large campgrounds to choose from, terrain ranges from easy to expert
Cons very popular place, hot and dry
Rating Rating    Good
Recommended Stay 1-2 Days
Spring
REGULATIONS
Permit Required Yes UT OHV sticker required
Dates Open Year-Round
Spark Arrestor Yes
Noise Limit No
Night Riding No Quiet hours 10pm - 6am
Flags Yes (72 inches) Can buy flags for $12.00
Two Strokes Some Areas
Cross Country Some Areas
ATVs Some Areas
UTVs Some Areas
4x4s (registered) Some Areas
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies No Restriction
Bicycles No Restriction Not Recommended
Hiking No Restriction
Horseback No Restriction Not Recommended
Camping Some Areas (camp in developed sites only)
Campfires Some Areas (permitted in developed campsites only)
Alcohol No Restriction
Fireworks Prohibited
Firearms Prohibited
Law Enforcement Many On-Site Office/Station
FEES
Parking Fee No ($0.00)
Entry Fee Yes ($8.00 per vehicle)
per day
Riding Fee No ($0.00)
Camping Fee No ($0.00)
Comment Entry fee is $8.00 per vehicle per day and $10.00 per vehicle per day during Easter, Memorial Day and Labor Day Weekends
CONTACTS
Contact Info BLM - Fillmore Field Office
35 East 500 North
Fillmore, UT 84631
(435) 743-3100
www.blm.gov
Contact Info Little Sahara Recreation Area Visitor Center
(435) 433-5960
(435) 433-5961
www.utah.com
TERRAIN
Square Miles 124
Miles Of Trail 10
Climate Type Desert
Elevation 4900 to 5700 ft.
Trail Maintenance Unknown
Loose Dirt This OHV area has little loose dirt.Little
Hard Pack The OHV area has little hard pack terrain.Little
Sand This OHV area has almost all sandy areas.All
Mud The OHV area has no mud after it rains.None
Dust The OHV area has little dust on typical days.Little
Rocks This OHV area has little rocks.Little
Trees The OHV area has few trees.Few
Steep Hills This OHV area has some steep hills.Some
Water Crossings The OHV area has no water crossings.None
Small Jumps This OHV area has some small jumps.Some
Large Jumps This OHV area has some large jumps.Some
Sand/Gravel Pits This national recreation area has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single Track This national recreation area has no single track trails.None
Roads This national recreation area has no roads.None
Intersections This OHV area has many intersections.Many
Rider Traffic The national recreation area has many rider traffic on typical days.Many
Shade This national recreation area has few shaded areas.Few Jericho campground has picnic tables with shade ramadas
Ranges/Gunfire This national recreation area has no shooting ranges or gunfire.None
Hazards This OHV area has few hazards.Few (hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Novice Terrain This OHV area has some beginner terrain.Some
Amateur Terrain This OHV area has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Expert Terrain This OHV area has little expert terrain.Little
GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES
First Aid On Site Visitor Center (435) 433-5960
Gasoline 20-30 Miles (E) Conoco (435) 623-2552
Diesel 20-30 Miles (E) Conoco (435) 623-2552
Water On Site
RV Hookup 20-30 Miles (E) High Country RV Park (435) 654-0201
RV Disposal On Site
Campground On Site
Conv Store 20-30 Miles (E) Mt. Nebo Thrift Way (435) 623-2561
Swim Area 30+ Miles (SE) Sevier Bridge Reservoir
Water Body 20-30 Miles (NE) Mona Reservoir
Boat Ramp 30+ Miles (SE) Sevier Bridge Reservoir

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