Juniper Dunes provides 3,920 acres of OHV “Open” Area. Loose sand riding opportunities abound, primarily along trails through sagebrush habitat. Riders also enjoy sections of open dunes, and primitive road segments.Since the early 1960s, Juniper Dunes has been a popular regional outdoor recreation area. Its current 19,…
Juniper Dunes provides 3,920 acres of OHV “Open” Area. Loose sand riding opportunities abound, primarily along trails through sagebrush habitat. Riders also enjoy sections of open dunes, and primitive road segments.Since the early 1960s, Juniper Dunes has been a popular regional outdoor recreation area. Its current 19,600 acres is split into three adjoining area designations, each having its own use regulations: the Juniper Dunes Wilderness (designated by Congress in 1984), an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC), and an OHV “Open” Area. Currently, more than 70,000 people visit Juniper Dunes annually, most of them coming for OHV recreation.Know Before You GoNo facilities or services are available.Current state of residence registration and tabs/stickers are required on all motorized vehicles.You must wear an industry-approved safety helmet when operating a motorcycle or ATV/OHV on all BLM public or leased lands and roads within the Juniper Dunes area. This requirement does not apply to occupants of street-legal, four-wheeled vehicles.You must not operate a motorcycle or ATV/OHV without a safety flag while on BLM lands in the Juniper Dunes. All such vehicles must have a whip mast and a 6-inch x 12-inch red/orange safety flag. Flags may be of pennant, triangle, square, or rectangular shape. Safety flags must be attached within 10 inches of the tip of the whip mast with club or other flags mounted below the safety flag or on another whip. Masts must be a minimum of 6 feet in height/length or industry standard height/length.You must not carry a passenger when operating a motorcycle or ATV/ OHV on BLM public lands and roads unless the ATV/OHV is designed by the manufacturer to carry passengers.Wood pallets, and any other wood or lumber containing hardware including nails or screws, are prohibited for any type of fire on BLM lands or roads in the Juniper Dunes area.Please do not bring any glass beverage containers.Point of InterestA Franklin County paved road con
Photos
Motorcyclist jumps a dune — Bureau of Land ManagementRear view of motorcyclist jumping a dune. — Bureau of Land ManagementFour-wheeling Juniper Dunes OHV Area — Bureau of Land ManagementFour-wheeler accelerating across dune at Juniper Dunes OHV Area — Bureau of Land ManagementJuniper Dunes OHV Area trail scene — Bureau of Land ManagementStaging at Juniper Dunes OHV — Bureau of Land ManagementView of trail at Juniper Dunes OHV from inside side-by-side. — Bureau of Land ManagementRiding a dune at Juniper Dunes OHV Area — Bureau of Land Management
How to Get There
From Ritzville, WA: take US 395 South for 75 miles and turn left onto Foster Wells Road. After 6.4 miles, where Foster Wells Road ends, turn left onto Pasco Kahlotus Road. After 1.2 miles, turn left onto Juniper Road. Continue straight (north) 4.25 miles to its junction with the very primitive OHV access road.
Heading to Juniper Dunes OHV Area? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Juniper Dunes OHV Area?
No central reservation system listed for Juniper Dunes OHV Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10038314) for the latest entry policy and availability.
Is Juniper Dunes OHV Area accessible?
No accessible facilities.
How do I get to Juniper Dunes OHV Area?
From Ritzville, WA: take US 395 South for 75 miles and turn left onto Foster Wells Road. After 6.4 miles, where Foster Wells Road ends, turn left onto Pasco Kahlotus Road. After 1.2 miles, turn left onto Juniper Road. Continue straight (north) 4.25 miles to its junction with the very primitive OHV access road.
How do I contact Juniper Dunes OHV Area?
You can reach the park at phone: 509-536-1200 or email: [email protected].
