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Quail Canyon Motocross Track

Monday, January 29, 2024

Other Names

(formerly I-5MX), Quail Canyon Off Road Event Area, Pronghorn Trail, I5MX, Interstate 5 MX, Quail Pass Trail

Last Known StatusTemporarily Closed  (closed until further notice)

Formerly known as I-5 MX, Quail Canyon Motocross Track has re-opened to the public after a period of closure and is now operated by the state in conjunction with the Hungry Valley SVRA Area.

The main track was designed by former professional motocross champion Roger Decoster and makes good use of the surrounding natural terrain. The property also offers a vintage and peewee track, plus direct access to the nearby trails of Hungry Valley.

The park is generally open for practice daily during daylight hours but is closed on Wednesdays for maintenance and grooming. There is a large parking area but only a few gazebos, so bring your own shade.

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REGULATIONS

Permit RequiredYesCA OHMVR stickers required
Dates OpenThursday through Sunday 8am-4pmCA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted from Oct 1 to April 30
Other ATV Stickers AcceptedYesResidents 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 ArrestorYesA spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise LimitYes (96 dB)CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB)
Whip FlagsNot Required
Maximum Vehicle Width
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesPermittedCA OHMVR stickers required
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers ATVsCertain TimesCA OHMVR stickers required
ATV use only permitted if track is rented for private use.
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSProhibitedCA OHMVR stickers required
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates SUVs & Jeeps (registered)Prohibited
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)
ProhibitedCA OHMVR stickers required
2 Stroke EnginesCertain TimesCA OHMVR restrictions apply
MX Helmet RequiredYeshelmets required by state law
Camping / Overnight RV Parking CampingProhibitedovernight camping permitted during special events
Campfire Restrictions CampfiresProhibited
Night RidingNo
Trail BlazingProhibited
AlcoholNo Restriction
Rule EnforcementSomeOn-Site Office/Station
Gate Inspection
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TERRAIN

Approx Size100 acres
Climate TypeUrban/man-made
Elevation3100 to 3200 ft.
Loose DirtThis track has mostly loose dirt.Mostly
Hard PackThe track has little hard pack terrain.Little
SandThis track has no sandy areas.None
MudThe track has little mud after it rains.Little
DustThe track has little dust on typical days.Little
RocksThis track has no rocks.None
TreesThe track has few trees.Few
Steep HillsThis track has few steep hills.Few
Water CrossingsThe track has no water crossings.None
Small JumpsThis track has many small jumps.Many
Large JumpsThis track has some large jumps.Some
BermsThe track has almost all berms.All
Sand/Gravel PitsThis state recreation area has no sand or gravel pits.None
Single TrackThis state recreation area has no single track trails.None
RoadsThis state recreation area has no roads.None
Rider TrafficThe state recreation area has many rider traffic on typical days.Many
ShadeThis state recreation area has few shaded areas.Few
Ranges/GunfireThis state recreation area has no shooting ranges or gunfire.None
HazardsThis track has no hazards.None
Easy Terrain NoviceThis track has mostly beginner terrain.Mostly
Moderate Terrain AmateurThis track has some intermediate level terrain.Some
Difficult Terrain ExpertThis track has little expert terrain.Little

TYPE OF AREA

AreaMX Track
LandState Recreation
MX TRACK  Motocross Track
FeaturesPublic
Max Engine Size65 cc Max
Min Engine Size50 cc Min
CommentPeeWee Track
MX TRACK  Motocross Track
FeaturesPublic, Watered, Groomed
Max Engine SizeNo Maximum
Min Engine SizeNo Minimum
CommentMain Track
MX TRACK  Motocross Track
FeaturesPublic, Groomed
Max Engine SizeNo Maximum
Min Engine SizeNo Minimum
CommentMini Track

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline Gasoline5-20 Miles (N)Chevron (661) 248-1707
Diesel Diesel5-20 Miles (N)Chevron (661) 248-1707
Potable Water Water5-20 Miles (N)Gorman
RV Hookups RV Hookup1-5 Miles (SE)Pyramid Lake RV Resort (661) 248-0100
RV Dump Station RV Disposal1-5 Miles (SE)Pyramid Lake RV Resort (661) 248-0100
Primitive Camping Campground1-5 Miles (SE)Pyramid Lake RV Resort (661) 248-0100
Convenience Store Conv Store1-5 Miles (SE)Pyramid Lake RV Resort (661) 248-0100

FEES & PASSES

Parking(None)
Entry(None)
RidingYes ($5.00 per OHV)
Camping(None)

RATINGS

Prosaccessible from Hungry Valley SVRA, natural terrain, large staging area
Consnot much shade
Our RatingRatingVery Good
Recommended StayFull Day
Spring/Fall
Comments(Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments)

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityGorman, CA
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Track MapGo To Track Map
From: Gorman, CA
1) Take I-5 South to Exit 198/Quail Lake Road
2) Turn right (west) off exit ramp, continue toward stop sign
3) Turn left (south) on Peace Valley Road, continue .8 miles
4) Veer right at sign for Quail Canyon Off Road Event Area, continue 1 mile
5) Veer right at fork (you will see a sign for Quail Canyon Off Road Area), continue 1 mile toward track entrance.

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact InfoQuail Canyon Motocross Track
(661) 858-6944
(661) 248-7007
ohvinfo.ohv@parks.ca.gov
ohv.parks.ca.gov

RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS

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Quail Canyon Motocross Track

The track designers did a great job of incorporating the natural terrain.

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Quail Canyon Motocross Track

It's a very long and a very fast track with some big straights.

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Scenic view at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

This is the finish line jump as seen from the parking lot.

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OHV at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

The track had some narrow points but remained pretty wide throughout for passing.

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OHV jumping at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

Another view of the finish line jump.

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OHV at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

A typical turn.

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RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

The main entrance gate.

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OHV at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

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OHV at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

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OHV at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

This is the mini track at the north end of the parking lot.

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Scenery from Quail Canyon Motocross Track

The largest hill climb is not always open for practice.

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Some terrain at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

This trail leads to the Hungry Valley OHV area.  Look for it on the east side of the main access road before the MX park gate.

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RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

The is the first gate you pass through to enter the Quail Canyon area.

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RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

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Scenic view at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

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Example of terrain at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

The PeeWee track is on the south end of the parking lot.

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Off-Road Bike at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

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RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

The parking and staging area is huge.  No problems there.

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Motorcycle at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

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OHV at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

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OHV at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

Quail Canyon Track Photo

OHV at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

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A trail at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

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Scenery at Quail Canyon Motocross Track

This is was taken along the access road as you approach the main gate.

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