California State Parks, Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division

California State Parks, Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division Welcome to the official page of the California State Parks, Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division Be sure to visit our other pages, too!

The Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Program was created in 1971 out of the critical need to better manage growing demands for off-highway recreation, while at the same time foster respect for private property rights and protect California's natural and cultural resources. Today, this program, a division of the California Department of Parks and Recreation, is the largest and most successful program of its type in the U.S. The program continues its commitment to provide safe, enjoyable recreation while balancing the need to protect the state's resources. In addition to providing accessibility to off-highway recreation for everyone from hikers to bikers to bird watchers, the program provides a variety of services and benefits to California's residents and visitors, including resource management of state lands, wildlife habitat protection, youth development and law enforcement. Program funding comes from fuel taxes which are attributable to the recreational use of vehicles off highway, off-highway vehicle registration fees and fees collected at State Vehicular Recreation Areas. Clay Pit SVRA
https://www.facebook.com/ClayPitSVRA?fref=ts

Prairie City SVRA:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Prairie-City-State-Vehicular-Recreation-Area/168242086519173?fref=ts

Carnegie SVRA:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Carnegie-SVRA/203533419677830?fref=ts

Hollister Hills SVRA:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hollister-Hills-State-Vehicular-Recreation-Area/131036720291981?fref=ts

Oceano Dunes SVRA:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Oceano-Dunes-District-Pismo/390676052585?fref=ts

Hungry Valley SVRA:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hungry-Valley-SVRA/367908266603892?fref=ts

Ocotillo Wells SVRA:
https://www.facebook.com/OcotilloWellsSVRA?fref=ts

Heber Dunes SVRA:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Heber-Dunes-SVRA/528521697180458?fref=ts

Tarantula party in September! 🎉 Who's ready to get tangled up in the web of fun and learn some creepy cool facts about o...
08/31/2026

Tarantula party in September! 🎉 Who's ready to get tangled up in the web of fun and learn some creepy cool facts about our eight-legged friends? 🕷

Want to know the secret signs they're hanging out at Carnegie and what tarantula migration is all about? Join our September programs to discover what's hiding from you while you ride! 🏍

08/31/2026

One of our amazing riders sent in this video shot at the Carnegie MX Track for us to share! We love seeing our riders out there enjoying themselves!

Thank you for riding at Carnegie SVRA and sharing this video.

Do you want to be featured on our socials? Send us a message or email [email protected]

We hope you join us tomorrow, August 29th at 10 a.m. for a Family Ride! 🏍Get tips on safe riding, then explore the valle...
08/31/2026

We hope you join us tomorrow, August 29th at 10 a.m. for a Family Ride! 🏍

Get tips on safe riding, then explore the valley floor and East Pottery trail as a group. This ride is designed for the whole family. Remember your gear, water, and sun protection.

Please note: this event is BYOB. (Bring Your Own Bike, or ATV)

Meet behind the Ranger Station and be prepared to caravan through the park.

08/31/2026

🚙 Need a little seat time behind the wheel? 🚙

Just bought a new Jeep and want to build your confidence before tackling the trails? This event is the perfect opportunity!

Come join us for a fun day of learning, wheeling, and meeting fellow off-road enthusiasts. Whether you’re brand new to the off-road world or just want to sharpen your skills, we’d love to have you!

🔥 MetalCloak will be there!
🔥 CORVA will be there!
🪢 We’ll also have an experienced recovery team on-site teaching safe and proper recovery techniques, so you’ll leave with valuable knowledge you can use on the trail.
🏕️ Come for the day or make a weekend of it and camp with us!

🍔 Your registration includes lunch, and passengers are welcome, too!

📞 Have questions? Call Misty at 661-747-4532

👉 Register today and reserve your spot:

https://www.fohv.org/Events

Whether you’re looking to gain confidence, learn recovery skills, or just enjoy a great day with the off-road community, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Grab your Jeep, bring your friends and family, and we’ll see you on the trail!

Beyond the Blacktop Ep.8 "How to: OHV Trails for Everyone" has finally dropped. In this episode we discuss trail buildin...
08/25/2026

Beyond the Blacktop Ep.8 "How to: OHV Trails for Everyone" has finally dropped. In this episode we discuss trail building and trail maintenance with Marisa from the Bureau of Land Management at Fort Sage OHV area, wherein she details what it takes to keep a trail system open for all of us OHV enthusiasts.
We hope you enjoy it and that it sparks you to get involved or just get out and ride.
Listen to it on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/
or wherever you normally listen to podcasts

08/10/2026

Hungry Valley SVRA is now open. Salt Lick and Wheatfield trails are closed until further notice as crews work in the area. The Ridge Fire burned approximately 150 acres on the eastern side of the park near Gorman.

Pre purchase your pass now!
07/06/2026

Pre purchase your pass now!

Planning to attend Oceano Dunes SVRA on July 11, 2026? 🏁

Advance Day Use Vehicle passes are available now!

Passes are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Purchase your pass in advance to secure your spot and help avoid long lines at the park entry kiosks during this busy weekend.

Purchase your Day Use pass here: https://tinyurl.com/2yv56dtk

Please note: Your vehicle's license plate must match the information provided at the time of purchase for valid entry. Discount and annual passes cannot be used for the presale.

07/03/2026

Address

715 P Street
Sacramento, CA
95814

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19163244442

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