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Superstition Mountain
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| Alt Names | Superstition Mountain Open Area |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This large open area offers more variety and challenging terrain than nearby Plaster City, and less law enforcement than Ocotillo Wells. Visitors can park, ride and camp anywhere, and there are no services. Holiday weekends are crowded and rowdy, with lots of bonfires, speeding and massive parties. Terrain consists of dry lakes, bad lands, rocky mountains and rolling dunes. Cross-country travel is permitted but beware the bombing ranges to the north and south.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | El Centro, CA | |||
| From: San Diego, CA
1) I-8 east through mountains to valley floor toward El Centro 2) Take the Plaster City exit, turn left off the ramp (north) under highway 3) Right on Old Hwy 80 (east) 4) Left on Huff Rd. (north) 5) Left on Wheeler Road (west) 6) Multiple staging areas on both sides of the road. |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Trail, Dunes |
| Land | BLM |
RATINGS
| Pros | good variety of desert terrain
open area - camp/park/ride anywhere |
| Cons | crowded on holidays
can be very windy sometimes rowdy - bonfires, speeding, parties |
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days recommend fall season |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Visitor Reviews & Comments) |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 12,800 acres (20 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 100 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 0 to 700 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Not Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand |  Mostly | paddle or sand tire recommended for best experience |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  None | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps |  Many | |
| Large Jumps | Some | |
| Berms |  Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Few | |
| Single Track | Few | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Intersections |  All | |
| Rider Traffic | Many | busy on holidays, especially in fall |
| Shade | None | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | Few | |
| Hazards | Some | (hazards not marked) Beware of nearby bombing ranges. |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Some | |
| Comment | more variety and challenging terrain than nearby Plaster City, and less law enforcement than Ocotillo Wells | |
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | CA OHMVR stickers required |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted from 10/1 to 5/31 |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB) |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | Safety Flags Recommended |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 ATVs | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 UTVs / SXS | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 SUVs / Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy/Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Some Areas | CA OHMVR stickers required |
| Two Strokes / 2 Cycle Engines | Certain Times | CA OHMVR restrictions apply |
| Helmets Required | Yes | helmets required by state law |
| Bicycles | No Restriction | Not Recommended |
| Hiking | No Restriction | Not Recommended |
| Horseback | No Restriction | Not Recommended |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | No Restriction | |
| Night Riding | Yes | |
| Cross Country | Permitted | |
| Alcohol | No Restriction | |
| Fireworks | Prohibited | |
| Firearms | Some Areas | |
| Emergency / Law Enforcement | Few/Periodic | |
| Insurance | *Disclaimer: RiderPlanet strongly recommends that all visitors get insurance for their ATV, UTV or motorcycle before visiting any of the locations shown on this website. | |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | open area BLM |
KEY SERVICES
 First Aid | 20-30 Miles (SE) | El Centro Regional Medical Center (760) 339-7100 |
 Gasoline | 20-30 Miles (SE) | 7-11 (760) 352-4383 |
| Diesel | 20-30 Miles (SE) | Chevron (760) 352-2600 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Sunbeam Lake RV Resort (760) 352-7154 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Sunbeam Lake RV Resort (760) 352-7154 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Sunbeam Lake RV Resort (760) 352-7154 |
| Campground | 30+ Miles (NE) | Salton Sea State Recreation Area (760) 393-3052 |
 Conv Store | 20-30 Miles (SE) | Walmart (760) 337-1600 |
 Swim Area | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Sunbeam Lake County Park (760) 352-3308 |
 Water Body | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Sunbeam Lake |
 Boat Ramp | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Sunbeam Lake |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - El Centro Field Office 1661 S. 4th Street El Centro, CA 92243 (760) 337-4400 blm_ca_listening@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
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Park and stage anywhere.
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Make sure to bring a GPS as it is easy to get lost.
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