John's Access

John's Access is a short, straight-through connecting trail between Sliplock Gulch and John's Trail. The road surface is mostly sandy, with a few protruding rocks. The most difficult spot along the trail is a wash crossing, where you drop a quick hill to enter the wash. The drop has a few small slickrock ledges poking out, but they can easily be maneuvered around if you think the ledges are too tall for your undercarriage. This trail is suitable for any high clearance vehicle, and airing down is highly recommended due to the rough terrain and soft sand.

About Sand Mountain

Sand Mountain is an extremely unique parcel of public land. Designated as an Open OHV Area, riders are free to make their own trails. Due to this, many of the long-established named trail routes have several variations that can take easier or more challenging routes through the intended trail. The GPX track for this trail helps you navigate the area, but various lines, bypasses, and additional obstacles may exist along the way. Riders are encouraged to stay on existing trails and not unnecessarily drive over or destroy vegetation.

Fees

Riding on Sand Mountain is entirely free. However, there are multiple entry/exit points for the area, including "the tunnel," which connects Sand Hollow State Park to the open OHV area. Any entry into the boundaries of Sand Hollow State Park requires a Utah State Park Pass.

Requirements

When operating on Sand Mountain, users must attach an orange or red safety flag to the vehicle, rising at least 8 feet off the ground.