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Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch SVRAMore than 26,000 acres of scenic and challenging terrain offer recreation opportunities
for ATVs, motorcycles, ROVs, and 4x4 vehicles. -
Carnegie SVRAKnown for its challenging hill climbs and single track trails, the SVRA offers a variety of recreation
opportunities for OHV enthusiasts. -
Clay Pit SVRALocated two miles west of Oroville, this 220-acre SVRA provides recreation opportunities for
motorcycle, ATV and 4x4 recreationists. -
Heber Dunes SVRAThe sand dunes and dense groves of tamarisk trees that prevail throughout the SVRA offer a unique desert
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Hollister Hills SVRADivided into two unique recreation areas-the Upper Ranch and the Lower Ranch-the park provides a wide-variety
of OHV recreation opportunities for all skill levels. -
Hungry Valley SVRAOHV recreation opportunities include open areas, identified trails, tracks, play areas, special use areas,
and a 4x4 obstacle course. -
Oceano Dunes SVRAThe SVRA provides a unique opportunity for visitors to participate in OHV recreation on several miles
of beach and coastal sand dunes. -
Ocotillo Wells SVRAMore than 85,000 acres of Southern California desert provide a wide variety of opportunities for
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Prairie City SVRAThis urban OHV Park provides recreational opportunities for motorcycles, ATVs, 4x4s, ROVs, Karts,
and Quarter Midgets.
Whether you are an experienced outdoor enthusiast or a new one, we look forward to seeing you on California’s park trails, beaches, mountains and the deserts but ask that you recreate responsibly. Please visit www.parks.ca.gov/COVID19 to view the latest visitor guidelines, safety tips and other important information that can help protect you and your family, and the safety of visitors and those who take care of the State Park System.
Visit one of our SVRAs
Ride your ATV, 4x4 or dune buggy on a wide variety of designated terrain and trails available at nine state vehicular recreation areas (SVRAs). Some SVRAs feature camping, swimming and other recreational opportunities.
Learn about our Grants Program
OHMVR Division’s Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program has provided hundreds of millions of dollars in financial assistance for well-managed, environmentally friendly OHV recreation to cities, counties, districts, federal and state agencies, educational institutions, federally or state-recognized Native American Tribes, Certified Community Conservation Corps and nonprofit entities.
OHMVR Commission
The Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Commission meets quarterly to review plans for new and expanded recreation areas and welcomes public comment on the OHMVR Division’s programs.
The OHMVR Division plays an important role in protecting natural and cultural resources, and a variety of wildlife throughout California. Click here to learn about the division’s numerous resource management projects. Prior to leaving for your outdoor destination, learn how to recreate safely and responsibly. Read up on the rules of the riding, take a training course and find out about the proper equipment.
Support the protection of our resources
Know before you go
October 15-23 is Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Safety Week! To sign up for free Dirt Bike, All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV/"Quad") and Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle (ROV/"Side by Side") Training and find out about more information about Safety Week activities, visit the California Outdoor Recreation Foundation website.
Off-Highway Vehicle Adventure Guide
The OHV Adventure Guide has been updated. Click here to view the list of OHV opportunities.
State Vehicular Recreation Areas (SVRAs)