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Syracuse Sand Dunes
Thursday, August 28, 2025
| Other Names | Arkansas River |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This large offroad area has about 1,300 acres of rolling sand dunes and miles of ATV trails to explore. The park has a spacious dirt lot staging area with a few Elm trees.
The park offers 14 RV hookup sites and plenty of room for primitive camping which is located adjacent to a 40 acre stocked fishing pond (a fishing license is required which can be purchased at nearby vendors).
Recent upgrades include a large storage and office facility with restrooms and showers. Campsite reservations are not required but are advised during holiday weekends, which can be done online.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Daily Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
| Noise Limit | No | |
| Whip Flags | Yes (120 inches) | Whip Flags Required For Safety |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Yes | headlights and taillights required |
| Rule Enforcement | Some | Dedicated Rangers/Officers Armed Officers |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes |
| Land | City Land |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($10.00 per OHV) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $15.00 RV: $35.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 |
| Comment | Permit required for each unregistered vehicle - $10/each |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Syracuse, KS | ||
| Address | River Road, Syracuse, KS 67878 | ||
| From: Syracuse, KS
1) Take SR-27/Main Street south about 1 mile 2) Turn right (west) onto River Road, continue .5 miles 3) Campground is on the right (north). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Syracuse Sand Dunes Hwy 27 Syracuse, KS 67857 (620) 384-2480 director@syracusesanddunes.com www.syracusesanddunespark.com |
Syracuse Dunes OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 9/26/2012 (Thanks!)
Syracuse Dunes OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 4/5/2016 (Thanks!)
Syracuse Dunes OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 9/27/2018 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,300 acres (2 sq mi) | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 3200 to 3300 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack | None | |
| Sand |  All | paddle tires or sand tires recommended |
| Mud | None | |
| Dust | None | |
| Rocks | None | |
| Trees |  Few | |
| Steep Hills |  Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps |  Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert |  Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (N) | Valero (620) 384-5753 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (N) | Valero (620) 384-5753 |
 Water | On Site | Syracuse Sand Park (620) 384-2480 |
 RV Hookup | On Site | Syracuse Sand Park (620) 384-2480 |
 RV Disposal | Syracuse, KS | |
| Campground | On Site | Syracuse Sand Park (620) 384-2480 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (N) | Valero (620) 384-5753 |
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