Rowher Flats OHV Area

Area Status: Open

ADVISORY: Due to flooding from recent winter storms, Rowher Flats Off-Highway Vehicle Area is subject to intermittent closures. Contact the Acton Work Center for OHV updates at:
33708 Crown Valley Road
Acton, CA 93510
(661) 269-2808
Open M-F (not on federal holidays) from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 
Closed 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. for lunch.

Guidelines: 

  • Area is open to motorcycles, ATVs, and 4-wheel drive vehicles. Access is through Rush Canyon Road off of Sierra Highway.
  • There are three staging areas (I, II, and III) that include loading docks, picnic tables, trash receptacles and vault toilets. 
  • Spark arresters, mufflers (4WDs), and a valid registration are required for all vehicles. 
  • No stopping, unloading, or OHV-riding is permitted on the Rush Canyon access road. 
  • Rowher Flats OHV may be closed due to severe weather (forecast of 1 inch or more of rain).
  • Staging Area I: Ranger led OHV safety talks occur on most Sunday mornings.
  • Staging Area II: Adjacent to open area (140-acres)
  • For specific information about trails within Rowher Flats OHV area, click here.

At a Glance

Fees: Adventure Pass or America the Beautiful Pass required.
Open Season: Year round
Usage: Medium-Heavy
Restrictions: Fire Restrictions are in effect. 
Water: No
Restroom: Vault Toilet (5)
Passes: Adventure Pass/America the Beautiful Pass required.
Operated By: Forest Service
Information Center: Please call the Acton Work Center at (661)269-2808 for current conditions and additional information.

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
34.530521

  Longitude : 
-118.372146

  Elevation : 
2700