Adventure Outdoors Magazine Spring 2017 | Page 56

This season there ’ s no excuse not to pack a bag , hook up the trailer , load your gear , and ride !

The Paiute ATV Trail in Marysvale , Utah , is enjoyed by all who frequent it . Catering to family-friendly trails , Paiute offers over 900 miles of ground to cover . The highest ridge is just at 11,000 feet , and once you reach it , you ’ ll be able to see a complete view of almost 100 miles of area . The trail is often featured in many riding publications and is known as one of the best trail systems in the United States . Obtain a season pass , or take a guided ride through one or more of the trail systems . Camping , hiking , and fishing is encouraged as well .
Also known as Glamis , the Imperial Dunes in Brawley , CA are both impressive in size and scenery . The unique sand dunes provide a oncein-a-lifetime experience , but the heat can be overwhelming , so the best time to go is from September-April . The Imperial Dunes welcome almost any type of OHV , so check with officials and pack up when the season hits . The Imperial Dunes are somewhat famous , as they are a site where some of the Star Wars films were made . Dune buggies are common here , and during peak seasons , thousands upon thousands of riders can be seen in the dunes , enjoying the days . Don ’ t expect to fish or sightsee here ; most flora and fauna have vanished from the dunes . You can , however , set up camp in designated areas . The Imperial Dunes are easily accessible , so a day trip is feasible . Just over a 40-mile stretch , the dunes are unlike anything you ’ ve ever seen before . The recreation area offers tours , rentals , and several nearby towns will provide means for a night ’ s stay . There are park fees , but a season pass is only $ 150 , so if you live near the dunes , opt for that .
Whether you ’ re looking for a family-friendly destination to enjoy a fun weekend of riding , or searching for a place to take the guys on the ultimate ATV adventure , you ’ ll want to choose one of these hot spots . Each one has so much to offer , and all are considered to be top systems for riders in the United States . This season there ’ s no excuse not to pack a bag , hook up the trailer , load your gear , and ride !