Trail Overview
BLM SV2613 travels over fine, loose sand that can become more difficult when wet. The route weaves through unique rock formations with repeated 12–24 inch whoops and ruts reaching 10–12 inches deep. Several smooth rock ledges reach approximately 20 inches tall but are relatively easy to drive over. Overgrown vegetation is common, although pinstriping is generally avoidable.
More than a dozen campsites are scattered throughout the trail, offering level ground and excellent views of the surrounding rock formations and mountains. Overall, this is a scenic route with numerous unique camping opportunities.
Difficulty
This trail is rated Level 2 because of its loose sandy surface, 10–12-inch ruts, 12–24-inch whoops, and smooth rock ledges reaching 20 inches. Despite their size, the ledges are gradual and relatively easy to navigate.
History
The BLM lands south of Pahrump lie along historic travel corridors used by Indigenous peoples for generations and later by Spanish explorers, miners, ranchers, and settlers crossing the Mojave Desert. Portions of the nearby Old Spanish Trail became an important 19th-century trade route connecting settlements in New Mexico with Southern California, leaving the region with a long history of desert travel and exploration.
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