Water Tank Alternate

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.

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.

Fees

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.