Hike around the Dumont Dunes

San Bernardino County, California

5.0/5
based on 1 reviews

Description

Added by Kimberly Weglin

See beautiful sand dunes of all types, from small rollers, to large razorbacks and bowls. Stunning landscapes and scenic views from the top of the dunes make it an excellent area for photographers. Wildflowers can be seen in the spring months.

Dumont Dunes is an Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) area administered by the Bureau of Land Management as a recreational area for off-road vehicle sports, hiking, camping, rock climbing, and rock collecting. While most people come here to ride ATVs across the dunes, we opted to take a hike up the dunes instead (just keep an eye out for OHV riders). There are approximately 8,150 acres of open area. The elevation here varies from 700 feet to 1200 feet at the top of Competition Hill, the tallest of the sand dunes.

This area is great for all skill levels. There are a lot of dunes, big and small, for you to hike. You can make your adventure as casual or challenging as you like. Once you get to the top, run down the face of the dunes to finish your hike!

Camping is allowed anywhere within the riding area as long as it does not block travel on a road, and is limited to a 14-day stay.

There is a fee per vehicle to access the land. Check out the BLM's website for more info.

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Hike around the Dumont Dunes Reviews

Make sure to take a lot of water and a hat. No shade. Ne sure to bring some for the pups if you decide to bring them along. They get thirsty too and the sand can get hot. We took our pups out in backpacks, to make sure their paws didn't get burned.

Leave No Trace

Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!

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