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Ivanpah Dry Lake


Molly Brady Shoots an arrow acros the lake bed

Recreationist throughout the world travel to Ivanpah Dry Lake´s expansive open spaces to play!  International championship racing, archery, kite buggying, and land sailing are just some of the activities this dry lake is used for.  The lake is located on I-15 at the California/ Nevada border (Primm, Nevada).  Nearby hotels and restaurants/ casinos make this a favorite place for wind power recreationist!

Film industry and scientific research are drawn to the unobstructed open space.

Free permits are required to access the site.  This dry lake is closed to motorized vehicles. Any commercial or organized events require special recreation permits. Please call Elaine Downing, 
(760) 326-7003 for more information.

Remote control land sailors take to the Lake
Remote control land sailors take to the Lake

The sun breaks through the clouds during the last run of the day
The sun breaks through the clouds during the last run of the day

Storm clouds build behind waiting sail racers

Storm clouds move in but the hardy brave a fast run
Storm clouds move in but the hardy brave a fast run


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Ivanpah Dry Lake Stipulations
(Rules)

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Possession of stipulations does not constitute a use permit.  For an annual permit for non-vehicular use  Contact
The NEEDLES FIELD OFFICE
(760) 326-7003


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Bureau of Land Management
Needles Field Office
1303 S. Hwy 95
Needles, CA 92363
Phone: (760) 326-7000
Fax: (760) 326-7099
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