| DESCRIPTION |
Open year-round, this area consists of dunes and several trails that wind through sagebrush and juniper trees. Overnight camping is permitted however there are no onsite amenities however future plans for the area consist of installing BBQ grills, trashcans, shelters and picnic tables. Whip flags are required and a permit must be filled out before arrival, which can be obtained by contacting the Spokane BLM office. The first two miles of Peterson Road is located on private property and permission must be obtained from the local landowners. Detailed Trail Map.
***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (October 2009)
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Pasco, WA |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 46º 20.638' W 118º 57.042' |
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From: Pasco, WA
1) Take US-12 to exit for Pasco-Kahlotus Rd.
2) Turn east onto Pasco-Kahlotus Rd., continue 5.8 miles
3) Turn left (north) onto Peterson Rd., continue 2.5 milesto dune area. |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail, Dunes |
| QUALITY |
| Rating |
 Good
|
| Recommended Stay |
Full Day
|
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
Year-Round |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
|
| Night Riding |
Unknown |
| Flags |
Yes (96 inches) |
| Two Strokes |
No Restriction |
| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
No Restriction |
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
No Restriction |
| Bicycles |
No Restriction |
| Hiking |
No Restriction |
| Horseback |
No Restriction |
| Camping |
No Restriction |
| Campfires |
|
| Law Enforcement |
Some |
| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
($0.00)
|
| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
|
| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
|
| Camping Fee |
No ($0.00)
|
| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
BLM - Spokane District
1103 N. Fancher
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 536-1200
www.blm.gov
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| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
30 |
| Climate Type |
Desert |
| Elevation |
850 to 1000 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Unknown |
| Hazards |
 Few |
| Novice Terrain |
 Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
 Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
 Little |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Water |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| RV Hookup |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| RV Disposal |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Campground |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Swim Area |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Water Body |
5-20 Miles (S) |
| Boat Ramp |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
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