CREATE UNIQUE RIDING EXPERIENCE

TThis 35-mile long sea of sand is about five miles wide and features sand hills that climb up to 400 feet high. Since it’s sand, and since eastern Idaho is known for having more than its share of wind, the terrain is everchanging and is in a constant state of have all tracks swept away … so every ride seems like the first time man has touched this part of the world. The white quartz sand offers a unique beauty as it stands out amidst the green vegetation of the area.

Due to Mother Nature, the west side of the 10,600acre dunes, west of Egin Lakes campground (where the “big dunes” are found) and the area south of the Egin/Hamer Road are closed from Jan. 1 through April 1. Please check with the BLM or the St. Anthony Chamber of Commerce for any other closures or restrictions. The smaller dunes, east of Egin Lakes Campground to Red Road are open year-round, but are usually covered in snow by Jan. 1.

Vehicle flags, ORV stickers and helmets required.

Highlights

If you want to test your skills and the horsepower of your off-road vehicle, then Thunder Mountain (known by the locals as Crapo’s Hill) is just the place to go. This is where the sand meets the sky. You also have popular hotspots—Choke Cherry, Devil’s Dunes and Dead Horse Bowl—to spend a day spinning tires and testing your riding skills.

Trail Tip

Although the Dunes make for a fantastic playground, you need to show some respect and good judgment. The terrain can be treacherous. Also, on busy weekends you need to be on alert for inattentive drivers. Early and late season riding is the best time to avoid crowds.

More To Know

The Sand Dunes fall under the jurisdiction of the BLM and have seasonal closures as well as specific-use regulations. There are some designated camping areas and RV parking with full hookup.