Headlight

Trail Overview

"Headlight" is a 6-acre open riding area where you are not required to stay on a designated trail. This is an open play area where you can practice your skills and push your rig into whatever challenge you're looking for. Expect to find cracks and climbs with a variety of challenges for most rigs. Within this 6-acre zone, there is a variety of obstacles to choose from, mild stock SUVs to fully built buggies and everything in between. If you get bored with what this area has to offer, head up to "Double Waterfall" to "Ghost," another open riding zone. Cell coverage is reliable in this area, ensuring you can navigate, communicate, or share your epic photos with ease. Hours and Access: The Prison Hill OHV Area is open daily from dawn to dusk, year-round, and is free to the public. A well-equipped staging area at the south end of the OHV area provides a convenient spot for loading and unloading, complete with a restroom for visitor use. Restrictions: Camping and fires are prohibited within the recreation boundaries. During the summer months, the area may close during Red Flag Warnings issued by the National Weather Service due to extreme fire danger. Always check conditions before heading out to confirm the area is open.

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Difficulty

To get into this area, expect to play on 4-rated trail obstacles; however, if you want to push to 10 ratings, this zone is the place to do it.

History

Located in Carson City, Prison Hill is a beloved mixed-use recreation area catering to a variety of outdoor enthusiasts. The northern section is reserved for non-motorized activities like hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian use, while the southern portion is dedicated to off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation. The motorized area has been recently enhanced through a collaborative effort by the Open Space Division of Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department, the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC), and funding partners, including the Recreational Trails Program (Nevada State Parks), the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and numerous volunteers.

Technical Rating

Headlight can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV
• SxS (60")
• ATV (50")
• Dirt Bike