OHV Parks Near
Los Angeles.
The Complete Guide.
Five of the best OHV parks in Southern California — from a 40-minute free day trip to a 3-hour bucket-list sand dune weekend. FE Motorsports is the authority on OHV riding near Los Angeles — carrying fully assembled, California Green Sticker approved ATVs and dirt bikes for over 25 years at the same address.
Five Parks. Every Style of Ride.
Southern California has some of the best OHV riding in the United States — and Los Angeles sits within reach of all of it. From the fire roads of Rowher Flat 40 minutes away to the legendary sand dunes of Glamis 3.5 hours east, this guide covers every major OHV destination LA-area riders should know about. Every park listed requires a California Green Sticker on your vehicle. FE Motorsports has carried fully assembled, Green Sticker approved ATVs and dirt bikes in Los Angeles for over 25 years — get your vehicle before you go.
The closest world-class OHV destination to Los Angeles. Dedicated ATV practice area, mini motocross track, 130+ miles of marked trails from wide beginner fire roads to technical single-tracks. Camping available. The go-to first-trip destination for LA families.
Best for: First-timers, all skill levels, camping trips
🏔️ Full Guide: Gorman / Hungry Valley SVRA →
The closest OHV area to Los Angeles and completely free to enter. Wide beginner fire roads, the Silverking Trail (dirt bike-only single-track), and the intermediate Mine OHV Trail. No camping on-site. The easiest first-trip option for LA families.
Best for: Quick day trips, beginners, budget-friendly
🏍️ Full Guide: Rowher Flat OHV →
The largest SVRA in California — sandy washes, technical canyons, rocky slopes, the Pumpkin Patch geological formations, and the iconic Blowsand Hill. No entrance or staging fees. Free camping for up to 30 days. Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Best for: Long weekends, terrain variety, free camping
🌵 Full Guide: Ocotillo Wells SVRA →
The Imperial Sand Dunes — 40 miles long, 5 miles wide, the largest OHV sand dune area in the United States. No marked trails — just open dunes in every direction. Season runs October through April. Pass required. Safety whip flag required.
Best for: Sand dunes, experienced riders, big weekends
🏜️ Full Guide: Glamis — Imperial Sand Dunes →
One of the only places in California where you can legally ride ATVs and dirt bikes directly on the beach and into the coastal sand dunes. Cool year-round. Ocean views from the dune ridges. Beach camping available. A complete Central Coast getaway.
Best for: Beach experience, year-round, families
🌊 Full Guide: Pismo Beach — Oceano Dunes →All Five Parks — Side by Side
Quick reference for planning your trip:
| Feature | 🏔️ Gorman / Hungry Valley SVRA | 🏍️ Rowher Flat OHV | 🌵 Ocotillo Wells SVRA | 🏜️ Glamis | 🌊 Pismo Beach |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LA | 60 min · I-5 North | 40–45 min · I-5 or Hwy 14 | 2–2.5 hrs · I-15 S + Hwy 78 | 3–3.5 hrs · I-10 E + Hwy 78 | 3 hrs · US-101 N |
| Acres / Trails | 19,000 | 60+ miles of trails | 85,000 | 150,000+ | 1,100+ |
| Entry Fee | Small day-use fee | No staging fee — free to enter | No fees — free camping up to 30 days | $35–$50/week pass (Oct–Apr season) | $5/day vehicle fee · $10/night camping |
| Green Sticker Req. | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Camping | ✓ Yes | — | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Beginner Friendly | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | Experienced | ✓ Yes |
| Terrain Type | Mountain / Trails | Fire Roads / Trails | Desert / Canyons | Sand Dunes | Coastal Dunes + Beach |
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All vehicles require a current California OHV Green or Red Sticker. Every ATV and dirt bike at FE Motorsports is CARB approved and Green Sticker ready. Call (323) 588-6634.
Which Park Is Right for You?
Quick Day Trip from LA
Rowher Flat OHV — 40–45 minutes, free to enter, wide beginner fire roads. The easiest OHV day from Los Angeles.
First-Time Family Trip
Gorman / Hungry Valley SVRA — dedicated ATV practice area, beginner fire roads, camping. The most complete first-trip destination near LA.
Long Weekend + Free Camping
Ocotillo Wells SVRA — 85,000 acres, no fees, free camping up to 30 days, open 24/7. The best value long weekend from LA.
The Bucket-List Sand Dune Trip
Glamis — Imperial Sand Dunes — 150,000+ acres, the largest dune OHV area in the US. Best Oct–Apr. Pass required.
Beach + Dunes + Central Coast
Pismo Beach — Oceano Dunes — ride on the actual beach, cool year-round, beach camping. A complete California getaway.
Free Entry — No Staging Fees
Rowher Flat (closest, free) and Ocotillo Wells (largest free OHV area in CA) — both charge nothing to enter.
Get Your Vehicle Before You Go — FE Motorsports Is Open Every Day
ATV and dirt bike rentals are not available at or near most OHV parks near Los Angeles. For families planning a first trip, buying a beginner ATV or dirt bike from FE Motorsports is the most practical solution — and more affordable than most people expect.
🔧 Fully Assembled. Green Sticker Approved. Same-Day Pickup.
Every ATV and dirt bike at FE Motorsports is professionally assembled, inspected, and started before sale. We are not an online retailer shipping a crate. When you stop in, we walk you through the vehicle at the time of purchase — starting procedure, controls, and basic maintenance. You leave ready to load and go.
FE Motorsports is the authority on OHV vehicles near Los Angeles — over 25 years at 2916 S Santa Fe Ave, the same address. We are open 7 days a week — Mon–Sat 9AM–6PM, Sunday 9AM–2PM. On a holiday weekend, stop in first thing in the morning and be at Gorman or Rowher Flat before noon.
A beginner youth ATV starts under $1,000 — fully assembled and California Green Sticker approved. Call (323) 588-6634 to confirm availability before you come in.
Frequently Asked Questions — OHV Parks Near Los Angeles
Ready to Ride? FE Motorsports Has You Covered.
FE Motorsports — 2916 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles CA 90058. Fully assembled, California Green Sticker approved ATVs and dirt bikes. Same-day pickup. Open 7 days a week. 25+ years at the same address.
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