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Sand Hollow

Utah

Offroad Trails in Sand Hollow

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Disneyland for Wheelers!

Sand Mountain OHV Area, adjacent to Sand Hollow State Park, might be the happiest place on earth if you are an off-roader. This sprawling 20,000-acre landscape of red sandstone and rolling sand dunes has become a must-see destination for offroad enthusiasts nationwide. With the incredible backdrop of bright burgundy sand, blue waters of Sand Hollow Reservoir, and intriguing rock formations everywhere the eye can see, the scenery is just icing on the cake for an area covered with limitless opportunities to test your driver skills and your vehicle’s capabilities. This southern Utah plateau offers trails in every difficulty category, from easy dirt roads to the gnarliest buggy climbs you have ever seen.

Although you don’t need an extreme rock crawler to enjoy the Sand Hollow trails, it truly does cater to those willing to test limits and boundaries. The sandstone gives your tires an insane amount of grip, making impossible-looking climbs seem far too easy. Seeing black rubber along a shear, straight-up wall is the norm here. If you come from an area of the country where wheel speed is the key to success, that technique will be your demise on the rocks in Sand Hollow. Obstacles here can be crawled with minimal effort or by giving a ledge the occasional “bump.” If speed is your thing, the dunes are a perfect place to open up the throttle and toss some rooster tails.

If you run into an obstacle you simply aren’t comfortable with, don’t worry; The entire area is designated as an open OHV area, meaning you can choose any line or route you see fit. That is another big draw to the area. Nearly all of the trails across the mountain offer optional obstacles that can be bypassed, making this destination a great choice for groups of varying skill levels. Hardcore riders can take on a wicked obstacle while your buddy in his brand-new stock truck watches and enjoys from a path of his own, only feet away.

Whether you come to shred some dunes, crawl some rocks, or enjoy the scenery, the offroad playground of Sand Mountain has an adventure waiting for you.

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5/5 (4 reviews)

Updated: 01/14/2025

West Rim

Open

Washington, Utah/

3.76 miles/

About 3 hours

Easy to get to and offering a huge variety of challenges from mild to wild, West Rim is a popular trail for both veterans and newcomers to the Sand Hollow area. This trail hosts a great variety of obstacles, from tire-chirping ledges to metal-scraping rock faces, and welcomes a wide range of vehicles. Stock rigs can drive right next to the buggies, and both will find a challenging line. In addition to great obstacles, West Rim rewards users with incredible views of St. George, Warner Valley, the Arizona Strip, and the Hurricane Cliffs. Great for groups or testing out new builds, West Rim is a perfect introduction to what the Sand Mountain OHV Area offers.

4.5/5 (2 reviews)

Updated: 02/18/2024

Triple 7

Open

Hurricane, Utah/

1.19 miles/

About 2 hours

Winding its way through the rocks of Sand Mountain is a trail known as Triple 7. Like others nearby, this trail is lined with thrilling rocky shelves, vertical faces, and chunky terrain. Although not overly tricky, many optional obstacles here can result in body damage or tipping if the correct line is not chosen. Views of Sand Hollow Reservoir can be had at almost any point, but attention should be paid to the consistent obstacles that lie ahead. This is a great trail to improve your driving skills if you are ready to bump up your off-roading game.

4.5/5 (8 reviews)

Updated: 04/22/2024

Warner Valley

Warner Valley Road is considered a historic gateway to many different offroad routes within southern Utah and the Grand Parashant National Monument. The route travels around the southern perimeter of the Sand Hollow State Park area. You'll have easy access to numerous primitive campsites and the 4x4 trails that crisscross this unique and colorful landscape. Along the way, the trail has numerous points of interest, including Fort Pearce. The fort's 7-8 foot walls are divided into two rooms and are part of the National Register of Historic Places. The small structure is one of only three remaining stone guard posts built during Utah's Black Hawk War. This war was a period of intermittent raiding between 1865 and 1870, during which the Ute Tribe, led by Chief Black Hawk and other Native American allies, attempted to drive the Mormons from the Ute traditional homelands. The site was selected in the spring of 1866, above the only natural spring for miles. Fort Pearce Wash was a primary route for Ute-Navajo horsemen who traveled to raid the livestock herds and settlements within the St. George Basin. Be sure to leave time for visiting the other highlight within Warner Valley, Dinosaur Tracks, where approximately 400 dinosaur tracks and footprints can be found. Some tracks are well preserved, displaying toe pads and claw marks of the large Eubrontes and smaller Grallator.

4.8/5 (5 reviews)

Updated: 04/04/2024

East Rim

Sand Hollow Mountain OHV area in Hurricane, Utah, is a rock crawling paradise without the crowds or trail boundaries, but there is more to offer than difficult, buggy-type trails. The East Rim Trail is an easy access point to the expansive trail network that crisscrosses this wide-open OHV area. The trail travels from Warner Valley up along the east rim of Sand Mountain and eventually finishes not too far from the summit. You'll feel compelled to stop at the breathtaking views on the edge of vertical cliffs overlooking Warner Valley and the Arizona Strip. The trail has a few interesting obstacles for stock 4x4s, making this a great entry-level trail for those looking to explore the area without the risk. Loose sand is abundant, and a couple of rock ledges and hill climbs may challenge new drivers. However, even seasoned wheelers will enjoy the incredible sights along this southern Utah trail.

4.8/5 (5 reviews)

Updated: 04/03/2024

Sliplock Gulch

Traversing slickrock waterfalls and maneuvering through tight rocky washes, Sliplock Gulch is a continuous pucker fest of fun from the first obstacle to the last. This trail offers countless steep and ledgy climbs that don't require a highly modified vehicle to conquer. Located near the western side of Sand Mountain, Sliplock Gulch is a great Sand Hollow trail to come to test your skills and your machine, no matter what size vehicle you drive.

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Northeast Loop

Utah

The northeast loop is a moderately rocky and sandy half-circle that treks along the northeasternmost boundary of the Sand Mountain OHV Area. Due to a steep, ledgy, and loose hill at the northern end of the loop, this trail is best run in the counterclockwise direction. It can be used as a scenic loop to admire fantastic views of Sand Hollow Reservoir, the Hurricane Cliffs, Mollies Nipple, and Grass Valley, or used as a connector between the extreme trails of Sandthrax and Dekleined.

The southern end of the loop starts by bypassing the fins along Razzle Dazzle and traverses several chunky slickrock sections that can be extremely rough and bouncy. The trek then smooths out and becomes easy for a while, traversing mostly sand and a few slickrock slabs. The trail then turns north and passes several connecting roads that lead down to the East Rim trail or the Arizona Strip Road before hitting a patch of private property and turning west. At this point, you will be required to descend a fairly steep, 22-degree hill that offers two lines; One with several rocky ledges and the other with soft, loose sand. This hill is nearly impossible to climb and has no bypass route. The trail then treks along Dekliened before ending near the start of Razzle Dazzle.

About Sand Mountain

Sand Mountain is an extremely unique parcel of public land. Designated as an Open OHV Area, riders are free to make their own trails. Due to this, many of the long-established named trail routes have several variations that can take easier or more challenging routes through the intended trail. The GPX track for this trail helps you navigate the area, but various lines, bypasses, and additional obstacles may exist along the way. Riders are encouraged to stay on existing trails and not unnecessarily drive over or destroy vegetation.

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Riding on Sand Mountain is entirely free. However, there are multiple entry/exit points for the area, including "the tunnel," which connects Sand Hollow State Park to the open OHV area. Any entry into the boundaries of Sand Hollow State Park requires a Utah State Park Pass.

Requirements

When operating on Sand Mountain, users must attach an orange or red safety flag to the vehicle, rising at least 8 feet off the ground.

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Water Tank Alternate

Utah

Water Tank Alternate is a straight-through sandy route that parallels Water Tank Road within the Sand Mountain OHV Area. This alternate is generally a much smoother and faster trek between Waddy's Coral and West Fenceline. The entire route is soft sand with sections of deep whoops. The northern end is a single-lane track passing through scrub brush and cacti, while the southern end is a wide, open patch of rolling sand dunes. This trail is suitable for any high clearance 4x4 vehicle, and airing down will be required to traverse the soft sand safely.

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Requirements

When operating on Sand Mountain, users must attach an orange or red safety flag to the vehicle, rising at least 8 feet off the ground.

4/5 (1 reviews)

Funnel Alternate

Utah

The Funnel Alternate is a straight-through sandy and slickrock route that parallels West Rim trail, one ridge to the east. This trail is an alternate that avoids The Steps and The Funnel along West Rim. The trail starts along a sandy rise and quickly comes to a sloped slickrock climb with multiple lines and several small ledges to traverse. The height of the ledges is comparable to The Steps on West Rim. However, the spacing between ledges is considerably wider, providing slightly better traction.

Additionally, this trail provides better approach and departure angles at the slickrock obstacles when compared to The Funnel obstacle on West Rim. This makes the Funnel Alternate a better option for vehicles with long overhangs, such as trucks. The trail ends intersecting with Bobsled Cut Through, where you can turn west and reconnect with West Rim at Waypoint 4. This trail is suitable for any high clearance 4-wheel drive vehicle and drivers of any skill level.

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When operating on Sand Mountain, users must attach an orange or red safety flag to the vehicle, rising at least 8 feet off the ground.

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Bobsled Cut Through

Utah

Bobsled Cut Through is a straight-through connector trail between West Rim and John's Trail, traveling west to east, severing the two halves of the Bobsled trail. The surface of Bobsled Cut Through is a mix of sand and slickrock with one small ledge less than 10 inches tall that must be negotiated. Erosion over time could cause this ledge to increase in size, but approach and departure angles should not be an issue. This trail is short and only takes a few minutes to travel. It is a great option for those who just completed John's Trail and want to head over to the more fun optional obstacles along West Rim and Faulty Towers. Bobsled Cut Through is suitable for any high clearance vehicle.

About Sand Mountain

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Requirements

When operating on Sand Mountain, users must attach an orange or red safety flag to the vehicle, rising at least 8 feet off the ground.

5/5 (1 reviews)

Bobsled

Utah

Bobsled is a straight-through, north-to-south alternative between West Rim and John's Trail. The northern half of the trail is primarily bumpy slickrock as you make your way to or from the West Rim bathroom. A few optional obstacles can be found along this stretch, but a high clearance vehicle is suitable for the entire section. The trail's southern half is the most fun, with tight, high-bank sandy corners that are great for those looking for a speed fix. This trail is two-way, and users should always anticipate oncoming traffic. Occasional protruding rocks can be found in the sand, but the southern half is still suitable for any high clearance vehicle.

About Sand Mountain

Fees

Riding on Sand Mountain is entirely free. However, the area has multiple entry/exit points, including "the tunnel," which connects Sand Hollow State Park to the open OHV area. Any entry into the boundaries of Sand Hollow State Park requires a Utah State Park Pass.

Requirements

When operating on Sand Mountain, users must attach an orange or red safety flag to the vehicle, rising at least 8 feet off the ground.