North Reno Recreation Area – Moon Rocks – Undergoing Improvements Thanks to Grant Funding

Moon Rocks, located in the North Reno Recreation Area, has experienced a significant increase in visitation over the past 30 years. Popular holiday weekends, such as Memorial Day, draw up to 5,000 visitors to this 20,000-acre OHV recreation area. With this growing use, the need for a dedicated area for EMS, fire, law enforcement, and OHV education has become increasingly urgent.

Recognizing this need, the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC) approached Paul Amar, Outdoor Recreation Planner with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Carson City District, to explore opportunities for improvement. NOHVCC applied for and was awarded funding from the Right Rider Access Fund, allowing for the first phase of upgrades to begin in June 2025.

To date, 160 tons of road base have been delivered and used to revamp the OHV Administrative Staging Area. This project includes the development of a new helicopter landing pad and an OHV education area. Road base has also been used to improve access to the Learners Loop, creating a smoother and safer approach. Additionally, boulders will soon be delivered to establish a clear perimeter, enhancing safety by delineating travel routes from the learners loop. 

Future improvements, in collaboration with NOHVCC, will include updated signage for single-track trails, rock crawling areas, side-by-side (SxS) routes, and educational displays. The goal is to complete these projects by the end of 2025. To see a photo gallery showing the project progression please visit: NOHVCC Photo Gallery

Moon Rocks continues to host major OHV events, including the WERock Rock Crawling Event and the RIM Benders Motorcycle Race scheduled for 2025.

For more information about Moon Rocks, visit: Moon Rocks Nevada | OHV Area | Travel Nevada.