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Whitney Pockets
Saturday, March 22, 2025
| 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.
Camping is primitive but nearby Mesquite Trails RV Resort offers full hookups, big rig friendly and spacious sites plus direct trail access. Call first for availability.
REGULATIONS
| 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 | |
 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 | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TERRAIN
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 2000 to 4000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Some | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  Few | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings |  None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes |
| Land | BLM |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Terrible Herbst (702) 346-2810 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Terrible Herbst (702) 346-2810 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (N) | Mesquite Trails RV Resort (702) 344-0497 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (N) | Mesquite Trails RV Resort (702) 344-0497 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (N) | Mesquite Trails RV Resort (702) 344-0497 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (N) | Mesquite Trails RV Resort (702) 344-0497 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (NE) |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| 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). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| 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 |
Whitney Pockets OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 10/26/2014 (Thanks!)
Whitney Pockets OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 10/26/2014 (Thanks!)
Whitney Pockets OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 3/7/2014 (Thanks!)
Whitney Pockets OHV Area Photo
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