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Heber Dunes SVRA
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Imperial County Park System, Heber Beach, Alamo Canal, Heber Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area Trails |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This small dune area is open daily during daylight hours. Amenities include shade ramadas, restrooms, coin operated showers, picnic tables, and fire rings. There is also a beginner’s practice area.
The dunes are bordered on the east side by the Alamo canal and scattered tamarisk trees can be found throughout the area. Due to hot desert temperatures, the best time to visit is in the late fall through early spring. An 8 foot whip is required on all vehicles.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | CA OHMVR stickers required |
| Dates Open | March 1 through October 31 - 7am-7pm; November 1 through Feb 28 - 7am-5pm | CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted year round |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Yes | Residents of any state not listed must purchase a Nonresident OHV Use Permit. (AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, IA, ID, IN, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI, WY) |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust 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 | Yes (96 inches) | Whip Flags Required For Safety |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 ATVs | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | CA OHMVR restrictions apply |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | helmets required by state law |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) no ground fires |
| Night Riding | No | riding permitted during daylight hours |
| Trail Blazing | Some Areas | |
| Alcohol | Prohibited | |
| Rule Enforcement | Yes | Dedicated Rangers/Officers On-Site Office/Station |
| Comment | Drones and unmanned aerial systems are prohibited. | |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes |
| Land | State Recreation |
MX TRACK 
| Features | Public |
| Max Engine Size | 80 cc Max |
| Min Engine Size | 50 cc Min |
| Comment | Youth Track |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Pros | some vegetation in the dunes, dedicated novice area, new restrooms and shade ramadas being added |
| Cons | relatively small area |
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day day use only |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Heber, CA | ||
| Address | 1610 E Heber Road, Holtville, CA 92250 | ||
| From: El Centro, CA
1) Take I-8 east to Exit 125 2) Turn right (south) off the exit ramp onto Hwy 7, continue about 3 miles 3) Turn right (west) on Heber Road, continue .25 miles 4) Park entrance is on the left (south). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Vic Herrick (Supervising Ranger) Heber Dunes SVRA 1610 E Heber Road, Holtville Holtville, CA 92250 (760) 768-8982 (760) 768-3198 ohvinfo.ohv@parks.ca.gov ohv.parks.ca.gov |
Heber Dunes OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 10/13/2011 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 343 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 2 | |
| Climate Type | Dunes With Vegetation | |
| Elevation | 25 to 50 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand |  All | paddle or sand tire recommended for best experience |
| Mud | None | |
| Dust |  Some | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees | Some | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps |  Many | |
| Large Jumps | Some | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Intersections | All | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Shade | Few | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards are marked) |
 Novice |  Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (S) | GasTrak (760) 357-8496 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (N) | USA Gasoline (760) 356-5269 |
 Water | On Site | drinking fountains provided, no hookups or water spigots |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Country Life RV Park (760) 353-1040 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Country Life RV Park (760) 353-1040 |
| Campground | 30+ Miles (NW) | Salton Sea Recreation Area (760) 393-3052 or (760) 393-3059 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (S) | GasTrak (760) 357-8496 |
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