Where to ride
Where to ride dirt bikes in Utah
Official riding areas and the permits Utah asks for, each from the managing agency's own page, quoted and dated. Areas close for fire, weather, seasons and repairs, so check the page before you go.
- Public areas
- 10
- On the map
- 8
- Reviewed
- 2026-09-30
Areas
Public land the managing agency describes for off-highway riding. Each card quotes the place’s own page on the riding, vehicles, season, ride days, fees, camping and size; what the page does not print is named on a hatched line. The Forest Service and the BLM publish motor vehicle use maps for public land not listed here.
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1. Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
With areas for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts and those with non-motorized pursuits, the dunes offer adventures for all.
Quoted facts for Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
With miles of sand to ride in, the park is a popular spot for riders.
source- Vehicles
Ride off-highway vehicles (OHVs) and dune buggies, or hike mountains of shifting sand.
source- Season
Daylight hours, seven days a week
source- Camping
Adjacent to the dunes, camp in a modern campground with restrooms, hot showers, and a sewage disposal station.
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- Not on the pages we checked: Ride days, Fees, Size
Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Coordinates in the directions link on the agency page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park Back to the map
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2. Sand Hollow State Park (Sand Mountain)
Boat, fish and dive at Sand Hollow Reservoir, explore and ride the dunes of Sand Mountain on an off-highway vehicle, then RV or tent camp in a campground or on the beach.
Quoted facts for Sand Hollow State Park (Sand Mountain): riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
explore and ride the dunes of Sand Mountain on an off-highway vehicle
- Season
Open year-round
source- Camping
then RV or tent camp in a campground or on the beach
- Size
Features direct ride-in / ride-out access through the tunnel to Sand Mountain's 15,000 acres of dunes without needing to trailer your equipment.
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- Not on the pages we checked: Vehicles, Ride days, Fees
Sand Hollow State Park (Sand Mountain), official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Coordinates in the directions link on the agency page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Sand Hollow State Park (Sand Mountain) Back to the map
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3. Jordan River OHV State Park
The Jordan River OHV has 4 separate tracks and a 50 track, with tabletops and banked turns.
Quoted facts for Jordan River OHV State Park: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
- In the quote above
- Vehicles
Off-Highway motorcycle (OHM) riders will enjoy five motocross (MX) tracks.
source- Season
We are open from approximately early April to approximately mid-October.
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- Not on the pages we checked: Ride days, Fees, Camping, Size
Jordan River OHV State Park, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Coordinates in the directions link on the agency page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Jordan River OHV State Park Back to the map
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4. Little Sahara Recreation Area
Little Sahara offers something for every rider, from first-timers to thrill-seekers.
Quoted facts for Little Sahara Recreation Area: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
the White Sand Dunes at the north end of the recreation area provide easy dune access and a variety of bowls suitable for all skill levels.
- Season
Always open!
- Fees
$18 per vehicle per night
- Camping
Little Sahara offers a range of camping options across four BLM-maintained campgrounds, plus opportunities for dispersed camping.
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- Not on the pages we checked: Vehicles, Ride days, Size
Little Sahara Recreation Area, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Map pin on the BLM page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Little Sahara Recreation Area Back to the map
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5. Fivemile Pass Recreation Area
Bring your OHV, ATV, motorcycle, mountain bike, or horses for some fun recreating within one hour of Salt Lake City.
Quoted facts for Fivemile Pass Recreation Area: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
Fivemile Pass is a popular OHV play area where many people also come to camp out, especially on holiday weekends.
- Vehicles
- In the quote above
- Camping
Dispersed camping is permitted without a fee.
- Size
17,927 acres of public lands in Fivemile Pass, located in Utah and Tooele Counties
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- Not on the pages we checked: Season, Ride days, Fees
Fivemile Pass Recreation Area, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Map pin on the BLM page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Fivemile Pass Recreation Area Back to the map
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6. Whitewash Sand Dunes Open OHV Area and Trail System
The Sand Dunes themselves are delineated and fenced for open OHV play; cross country travel is allowed only in the open area.
Quoted facts for Whitewash Sand Dunes Open OHV Area and Trail System: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
- In the quote above
- Size
Whitewash Sand Dunes is an approximately 1400 acre open riding area just south of Green River, Utah.
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- Not on the pages we checked: Vehicles, Season, Ride days, Fees, Camping
Whitewash Sand Dunes Open OHV Area and Trail System, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Map pin on the BLM page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Whitewash Sand Dunes Open OHV Area and Trail System Back to the map
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7. Hog Canyon OHV Trail System
The Hog Canyon OHV trails navigate steep inclines, rocky surfaces, narrow passages, and deep sand and are suitable for four-wheel-drive vehicles, ATVs, UTVs, dirtbikes, and other off-highway vehicles.
Quoted facts for Hog Canyon OHV Trail System: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
The Hog Canyon OHV Trail System is a network of technical motorized trails north of Kanab, UT offering OHV enthusiasts roughly 30 miles of trails through spectacular terrain ranging from easy sand to extreme rock crawling.
- Vehicles
suitable for four-wheel-drive vehicles, ATVs, UTVs, dirtbikes, and other off-highway vehicles
- Size
roughly 30 miles of trails
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- Not on the pages we checked: Season, Ride days, Fees, Camping
Hog Canyon OHV Trail System, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Map pin on the BLM page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Hog Canyon OHV Trail System Back to the map
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8. Sand Flats Recreation Area
The Sand Flats Recreation Area near Moab, Utah is a nationally significant public lands treasure at the heart of the Colorado Plateau.
Quoted facts for Sand Flats Recreation Area: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
Sand Flats boasts the world-renowned Slickrock and Porcupine Rim bike trails as well as almost 30 miles of jeep trails, known for their combination of challenge and awesome scenery.
- Vehicles
ATV's, motorcycles, 4X4's and bikes must use designated roads and trails.
source- Fees
Bicycle or Motorcycle - 7 Day Pass $5.00
- Camping
Sand Flats is popular for camping and has 140 first come, first served individual campsites and six group campsites.
- Size
Over 250,000 visitors enjoy this 9,000-acre recreation area annually.
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- Not on the pages we checked: Season, Ride days
Sand Flats Recreation Area, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Map point: Map pin on the BLM page, checked 2026-09-29. Open this point in maps, Sand Flats Recreation Area Back to the map
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9. Fishlake National Forest OHV trails (Paiute ATV, Gooseberry, Parker Mountain)
Off-highway vehicle (OHV) riding is a favorite recreation activity on the Fishlake National Forest with approximately 2,700 miles of trails and road available for motorized use, including the Paiute ATV, Gooseberry, Parker Mountain Trail Systems and portions of the Great Western Trail.
Quoted facts for Fishlake National Forest OHV trails (Paiute ATV, Gooseberry, Parker Mountain): riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
Sawdust Pits/Flat Canyon a small open riding can be found on the Fillmore Ranger District just west of Richfield.
- Size
approximately 2,700 miles of trails and road available for motorized use
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- Not on the pages we checked: Vehicles, Season, Ride days, Fees, Camping
Fishlake National Forest OHV trails (Paiute ATV, Gooseberry, Parker Mountain), official pagechecked 2026-09-29
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10. Dixie National Forest OHV routes
The Off-Highway Vehicle system on the Dixie National National Forest is one of the most unique in Southern Utah.
Quoted facts for Dixie National Forest OHV routes: riding, season, fees, camping
- Riding
This plan establishes a system of approximately 2,700 miles of designated motorized travel routes and prohibits cross-country (off-trail) motorized travel.
- Vehicles
A variety of experiences and a large number of miles are available for 4-wheel driving, ATV, UTV and motorcycle use.
- Size
approximately 2,700 miles of designated motorized travel routes
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- Not on the pages we checked: Season, Ride days, Fees, Camping
Dixie National Forest OHV routes, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
No area here matches every filter you picked.
Permits and stickers
What the state's own pages say riders need on public land, quoted word for word. Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation runs the program; its page is below. Private tracks set their own rules, entry forms and gear requirements.
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Residents
Utah OHV registration sticker
All off-highway vehicles (OHVs) in Utah must display a current OHV registration sticker when operated or transported on public lands or roads.
Official pagechecked 2026-09-29
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Non-residents
Utah non-resident OHV permit
Owners of any off-highway vehicles (ATV or UTV), off-highway motorcycles or snowmobiles brought into Utah by non-residents, must obtain a non-resident permit for their machine in order to operate on public land.
Official pagechecked 2026-09-29
The state program
Utah Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program, run by Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation.
Whether you're riding the salmon-colored landscape of Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park or cruising along snow-packed trails of Wasatch Mountain State Park, we want you to ride safely and protect your riding privilege.
Utah Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program, official pagechecked 2026-09-29
Before you go
Each place's own page has its current status, seasons, fees and which trails take which vehicles. Rules differ between places and change with fire danger, weather and race schedules, so read it on the day. Tracks set their own gear, age and entry rules.
Official maps
- Utah OHV Maps & Trails (Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation)
- Intermountain Region Motorized Vehicle Use Maps (USFS)
- Motor Vehicle Use Maps (USFS)
The state law behind the permits, helmets and young riders, cited: Utah electric dirt bike law.
Near a state line? The nearest-places finder looks across every state.
Riding with kids? Where kids can ride lists the places whose own pages mention young riders.
Packing for the day? See the trail-day kit.
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Nothing on this page says anyone may ride anywhere: it points to the agencies that decide. A tag such as “Camping” means the quoted page says so, not that we have been there. Reviewed 2026-09-30.