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Knolls OHV Area
Sunday, February 25, 2024
| Other Names | The Knolls |
| Last Known Status | Open |
Located just minutes away from the famous Bonneville Salt Flats, this area offers year-round access to 36,000 acres of hills, sand dunes and trails. Primitive camping is permitted but there is no shade or water so come prepared.
There is an entry fee charged per vehicle which can be paid onsite. Annual passes can be purchased online or by contacting the BLM. Whip flags are mandatory and good sand tires are recommended. Keep within the boundaries as there is a military bombing range nearby.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | UT OHV sticker required |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | Non-residents must purchase a non-resident OHV permit. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes | |
| Whip Flags | Yes (96 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 | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Yes | |
| Trail Blazing | Permitted | |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | No specific decibel limit but excessive mechanical noise is prohibited. | |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 36,000 acres (56 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 50 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 4200 to 4300 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Some | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Mostly | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  None | |
| Steep Hills | Some | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | Some | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads |  Few | |
| Shade | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, Off-Road Dunes |
| Land | BLM |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 30+ Miles (W) | 99c Ice Cream (435) 665-2267 |
| Diesel | 30+ Miles (W) | Pilot Travel Center (775) 664-3400 |
 Water | 30+ Miles (W) | W. Wendover KOA (775) 664-3221 |
 RV Hookup | 30+ Miles (W) | W. Wendover KOA (775) 664-3221 |
 RV Disposal | 30+ Miles (W) | W. Wendover KOA (775) 664-3221 |
| Campground | 30+ Miles (W) | W. Wendover KOA (775) 664-3221 |
 Conv Store | 30+ Miles (W) | 99c Ice Cream (435) 665-2267 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($10.00 per vehicle) Annual Pass - $80/vehicle |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | West Wendover, NV | ||
| Address | Frontage Road, Wendover, UT 84083 | ||
| From: West Wendover, NV
1) Take I-80 East to Exit 41 2) Turn right (south) off the exit ramp, continue 1.6 miles 3) Turn left (south) onto BLM road, continue about .5 miles (cross over railroad tracks to enter area). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | BLM - Salt Lake Field Office 2370 South 2300 West Salt Lake City, UT 84119 (801) 977-4300 blm_ut_sl_mail@blm.gov www.blm.gov |
| Contact Info | Utah State Parks OHV Education Office 1594 W North Temple, Suite 116 Salt Lake City, UT 84116 (800) 648-7433 ohveducation@utah.gov stateparks.utah.gov |
| Comment | OHV Permit Info |
| Contact Info | Recreation.gov (877) 444-6777 www.recreation.gov |
| Comment | Knolls OHV Pass |
Knolls OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 8/13/2014 (Thanks!)
Knolls OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 8/13/2014 (Thanks!)
Knolls OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 8/13/2014 (Thanks!)
Knolls OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 8/13/2014 (Thanks!)
Knolls OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 8/13/2014 (Thanks!)
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