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Friday, April 28, 2023
Other Names | Gold Butte |
Last Known Status | Open |
This large desert area has miles of long, wide and easy dirt trails, sand washes, scenic canyons and scenic views of the surrounding area. This is a good choice for beginners or for those who are seeking a leisurely type ride.
Vegetation is sparse but there are some Joshua, Juniper and Pinion Pine trees scattered about. Some of the rock formations contain ancient petroglyphs.
Permit Required | Yes | NVOHV sticker required |
Dates Open | Year-Round | |
Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Yes | Nevada registration is not required if the vehicle is already registered in another state and will be located in Nevada for no more than 15 days. |
Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
Whip Flags | Not Required | Whip Flags Recommended For Safety |
Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
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Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
![]() | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
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Night Riding | Unknown | |
Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trails |
Rule Enforcement |
Climate Type | Forest | |
Elevation | 2000 to 4000 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
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Hazards | ![]() | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
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Area | Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes |
Land | BLM |
![]() | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Terrible Herbst (702) 346-2810 |
![]() | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Terrible Herbst (702) 346-2810 |
![]() | 5-20 Miles | CasaBlanca Resort RV Park (877) 438-2929 |
![]() | 5-20 Miles (NE) | CasaBlanca Resort RV Park (877) 438-2929 |
![]() | 5-20 Miles (NE) | CasaBlanca Resort RV Park (877) 438-2929 |
![]() | On Site | primitive camping |
![]() | 5-20 Miles (NE) |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | (None) |
Riding | (None) |
Camping | (None) |
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Recommended Stay | Full Day |
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Nearest City | Mesquite, NV | ||
| From: Mesquite, NV
1) Take I-15 West to Exit 112 2) Turn left (south) off the exit ramp onto Riverside Road, continue 3.2 miles 3) Turn right (south-west) onto Gold Butte Road, continue about 18 miles 4) Staging area is on the right (west). |
Contact Info | BLM - Southern Nevada District Office 4701 N. Torrey Pines Drive Las Vegas, NV 89130 (702) 515-5000 blm_nv_sndo_web_mail@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
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