Featuring over 600 acres of towering sand dunes, the Mescalero Sands North Dune OHV Area boasts a vast dune field made up of quartz particles that is ideal for all-terrain bicycles, dune buggies, and sand rails. The area also features mature cottonwood trees that thrive in the arid environment.

The southern section of the dunes is accessible by the Cottonwood Site, and the northern part via the Bowl Parking Area, which includes the “Bowl,” a significant depression surrounded by dunes. There are picnic tables, grills, and shelters at both the Bowl Parking Area and the Cottonwood Site, as well as restrooms.

However, there is no water available. Activities that can be enjoyed in the area include Off-Highway Vehicle use, motorcycle riding, and picnicking, and RV camping is allowed in the north, middle, and south parking lots.

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