Sunset set turns the mountains and sand dunes shades of pink, orange, and purple at the Little Sahara Recreation Area. BLM photo by Bob Wick.

Little Sahara Recreation Area

Welcome to Little Sahara Recreation Area, Utah’s premier off-highway vehicle (OHV) destination. Spanning 63,000 acres of dynamic sand dunes, sagebrush flats, and juniper-covered hills, this expansive playground offers something for every adventurer. Just under two hours from Salt Lake City, Little Sahara is renowned for its diverse terrain, including the towering 700-foot Sand Mountain, the expansive White Sand Dune bowls, and gentle dunes perfect for beginners.

Beyond OHV recreation, the area boasts a variety of activities. Explore the 9,000-acre Rockwell Wilderness Study Area on foot or by fat bike, try sandboarding or skiing down Sand Mountain, or enjoy wildlife viewing in the serene desert landscape.

Plan Your Visit to Little Sahara Recreation Area
Plan Your Visit to Little Sahara Recreation Area
Dune buggy driving across sand dunes
Learn about established and dispersed camping opportunities at Little Sahara Recreation Area
Learn about established and dispersed camping opportunities at Little Sahara Recreation Area
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Learn about the nature and culture of Little Sahara Recreation Area
Learn about the nature and culture of Little Sahara Recreation Area
Kid standing by large, buttressed tree roots