Logandale Trails
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responsible for 1 in every 10 acres of land in the U.S.
The Logandale Trails System in the Mojave Desert of southeastern Nevada is a popular OHV playground within easy striking distance of Las Vegas. It also offers scenic dispersed RV camping amid fantastical-looking red rocks of Aztec Sandstone. This BLM zone has the added appeal of abutting Valley of Fire State Park, the oldest and biggest in the Silver State and one of its best loved. You can pay to reserve a spot at a developed campground in the park or camp free at one of numerous dispersed BLM campsites along the trails system. These are available on a first-come, first-served basis and accessible by a somewhat rough but drivable road.
Quick Facts About RVing in Logandale Trails, NV
RV Friendly: Yes
Max RV Length: Varies
Camping Type: Dispersed on the trails, developed in the park
Reservations: No
Hookups: None
Dump Station: None on-site
Potable Water: Bring your own
Cell Service: Spotty
Pets: Allowed
Roads: Rough pavement and dirt
Best Seasons: Spring and fall
Why RV Travelers Love This BLM Area
Amazing red-rock desert scenery
Direct access to off-roading, mountain biking, and other outdoor recreation
Close to top-tier sightseeing destinations including Valley of Fire State Park and Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Only an hour or so from Las Vegas
Good Mojave Desert stargazing
What to See and Do
Hiking and Biking
Logandale Trails
Although the most popular activity at the Logandale Trails is OHV riding, many of the routes are great for hiking as well. The trails traverse a rocky, open area with beautiful scenic views. You'll find hiking paths of varying difficulties throughout the trail system.
Length: Varies
Intensity: Varies
Arrow Canyon
Located within the Arrow Canyon Wilderness, Arrow Canyon is an out-and-back trail with breathtaking views. Although the hike features significant elevation gains, it isn't particularly difficult and should be suitable for most hikers. There are two separate parking lots you can use when visiting the trail.
Length: 10.7 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Fire Wave Trail
The Fire Wave Trail is a heavily trafficked out-and-back trail located in the Valley of Fire State Park. In addition to a scenic hike, the trail also has a cave that you can explore during your visit. You can bring your dogs along with you on the rocky trail as long as they remain leashed.
Length: 1.5 miles
Intensity: Easy
Fishing & Boating
If you're looking to do some fishing and boating in the area, your best bet is probably to head south to Lake Mead, located at the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The huge lake, which is fed by the Colorado River, is an excellent destination for boating, swimming, and water sports. It's also a great spot to cast your fishing line — largemouth bass, striped bass, channel catfish, crappie, and bluegill all inhabit the waters.
Climbing
The Desert National Wildlife Refuge is located a short distance west of the Logandale Trails BLM site, and it boasts several mountain ranges and many climbing opportunities. Some of the most popular nearby destinations for experienced climbers are Gass Peak, Sheep Peak, and Hayford Peak. If you're looking for climbing on a smaller scale, you can attempt to take on some of the many red sandstone formations found around the trail system.
Wildlife Viewing
Quite a few diverse and interesting wildlife species are known to roam the Logandale Trails area, including some endangered ones. The amazing creatures you may come across include, but are not limited to, desert tortoises, chuckwallas, Gila monsters, and desert bighorn sheep. Keep your eyes on the sky — you might see a bald eagle or hawk soaring through the sky.
Picnicking
The Logandale Trails BLM area features several primitive picnic areas. The area is set up so you can conveniently do some OHV riding or hiking and then take a break by enjoying a relaxing picnic. Because of the rocky, sandy terrain of the area, it might be difficult to find a suitable spot to lay out a blanket, so you may want to stick with the tables provided.
OHV Riding
OHV riding is by far the most popular activity at the Logandale Trails. Of the many miles of trails, a high percentage of them can accommodate any type of OHV. However, certain trails are only suitable for ATVs, specially modified SUVs and Jeeps, or motorcycles. Regardless of your skill level, there should be multiple trails appropriate for what you can safely handle. The OHV trails provide the amazing opportunity to ride through areas filled with ancient petroglyphs, rare plants and wildlife, and breathtaking red sandstone formations.
Bureau of Land Management Camping
RV Camping 
RV camping is a possibility around the Logandale Trails BLM site, but you won't find any Bureau of Land Management campgrounds with RV hookups in the area. If you're in search of a nearby campground that does feature hookups, one good option is the Palm Creek RV Park near Moapa, NV. This site, a lush oasis within the desert, features full-hookup RV campsites. Other options in the area include the Fun N Sun Trailer Park, and Catherine's Trailer Park.
Developed Campgrounds
The Logandale Trails System has no developed campgrounds, but the adjoining Valley of Fire State Park maintains two of them: Atlatl Rock and Arch Rock. You can find these about half an hour from the Logandale Trails System entry point. They boast 72 sites between them, including RV spots with electrical and water hookups. RVs up to 40 or 55 feet long, depending on the site, can camp at Atlatl Rock, while Arch Rock accommodates compact vehicles under 25 feet.
Dispersed Camping
Only dispersed camping is allowed within the Logandale Trails System, where you can find many sites, primarily concentrated along the 13-Mile Loop. Many RVers camp around the entrance zone at the OHV staging area. Farther down the road, within the canyon and along rockland benches accessed by the Loop, more scenic and secluded sites await, some with fire rings and picnic tables. The road is primitive, with sections of degraded asphalt and no shortage of rocks, potholes, and ruts. Be cautious, and when in doubt, scout ahead before continuing on. Camping is limited to 14 days within a 28-day period. Use established campsites, and follow Leave No Trace principles.
Is This BLM Area Good for Your RV?
A surprising variety of RV types and sizes use the Logandale Trails System, given that the road system is unimproved and bumpy. It's generally a better destination for smaller-class RVs and those with good clearance, although larger and less-rugged vehicles can always try to snag a spot near the entrance of the trail network.
Camper Vans: Camper vans are a great choice for boondocking along the Logandale Trails System.
Travel Trailers: Travel trailers are OK for the Logandale Trails System, with small ones the best choice for exploring farther along the 13-Mile Loop.
Fifth Wheels: Many fifth-wheel owners may prefer overnighting around the trail system's main parking/staging area. But you can venture farther into primitive dispersed areas with careful driving in smaller trailers.
Class A Motorhomes: A Class A isn't the best choice for the Logandale Trails System, but it's conceivable that smaller models with good clearance could handle the rough road in.
Class B Motorhomes: Class B motorhomes with decent clearance are well-suited for dispersed camping within the Logandale Trails.
Class C Motorhomes: A Class C RV with good clearance gives you a good combination of creature comforts and maneuverability along the trail network.
Free Camping 
There's Bureau of Land Management free camping available at the Logandale Trails BLM site. The official BLM campground found near the trail system features both RV and tent campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis. Alternatively, you can stake out your own campsite, but you'll need to find a suitable spot away from the trails.
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Planning your Logandale Trails BLM trip
Since going to Logandale Trails means you'll be traveling into a fairly remote section of the desert, make sure you bring along certain precautionary items. Make a checklist before you leave and remember to bring first-aid supplies, warm clothing (the desert gets chilly at night), and lots of food and drinking water. If you're visiting the Logandale Trails to partake in OHV riding, ensure that you have all the necessary riding gear and safety equipment. You should also make sure to read and obey all posted riding regulations at the BLM site. While at the site, never attempt riding techniques or trails beyond your experience level. Before you head out on your trip, check out our blog for all you need to know about BLM camping.
What RV Travelers Should Know Before Arriving
The vast majority of visitors are here to go off-roading, which can make for quite a lot of noise and busyness. Expect to share the main road system with ATVs, four-wheelers, and the like motoring loudly about during the day and into the evening. Nights otherwise can be nice and quiet, but this isn't a place for solitude and silence. If you have a larger RV or one with low clearance, and the trailhead/staging parking is full, try the overflow parking area for boondocking. You can find fuel, groceries, and other services in Logandale, about 10 minutes from the main trailhead staging area. Before heading out, check the Logandale Trails BLM page for fire restrictions and this Logandale traffic map for road conditions.
Leave No Trace 
The BLM asks that you try to minimize your impact on the land while visiting any site it administers. When you properly dispose of your trash, respect the local wildlife, and leave everything that you find undisturbed, you can help preserve the health and beauty of the site. Additionally, please respect your fellow visitors and only travel or camp on durable surfaces. If you burn campfires during your stay, keep them small and be sure to put them out completely.
Logandale Trails Location
To reach the Logandale Trail System from Las Vegas, NV, take I-15 N until you reach exit 93 toward Nevada State Hwy 169. Follow Nevada State Hwy 169 until you reach Liston Road, then turn right. Follow Liston Road past the railroad track, and continue following it until you reach the BLM site.
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Plan Your Day at Logandale Trails
Morning: Explore the sandstone gulches, benches, and knobs by your preferred mode of transportation. While off-roading and rock-crawling are super-popular here, hikers, mountain bikers, and even horseback riders can seek out quieter routes as well.
Afternoon: Take a daytrip to nearby Valley of Fire State Park to admire the namesake terrain and some stunning rock-art panels.
Evening: Kick back at camp for dinner and (if you're at a site with a ring) a fire, and admire the fabulous play of evening light and sunset glow over the crags and domes.
Nearby Attractions
Valley of Fire State Park: Protecting magnificent exposures of Aztec Sandstone (the lithified remnants of a Jurassic-vintage sand sea), this 40,000-acre state park abuts the Logandale Trails, with an entrance about 30 minutes from the trailhead. Scenic drives, pullouts, and hikes showcase sedimentary formations such as Fire Wave, Elephant Rock, and the White Domes plus dazzling indigenous petroglyphs.
Lake Mead National Recreation Area: This 1.5-million-acre National Park Service-managed area, an RVer's paradise, includes the Colorado River reservoir behind Hoover Dam. Droves come here for boating and swimming, and fantastic swaths of desert wilderness are waiting to be explored. Lake Mead National Recreation Area's Overton Arm unit is about half an hour from the Logandale Trails area.
Desert National Wildlife Refuge: At about 1.6 million acres, this is the largest national wildlife refuge in the contiguous United States, showcasing the Mojave Desert at its wildest. Hiking trails and lonesome 4WD tracks take you among creosote bushes, Joshua trees, and desert bighorn sheep. The Refuge's Corn Creek Visitor Center awaits about 90 minutes from the Logandale Trails.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there cell service at the Logandale Trails? Cell coverage varies here, though it's usually possible to get a signal at the main trailhead and in some places down in the canyon. Are there restrooms at this BLM area? You'll find outhouses (and usually dumpsters) at the main staging area for the Logandale Trails, plus additional ones partway along the 13-Mile Loop. When out and about recreating within the area, Leave No Trace. What is the best time of year to camp at the Logandale Trails? The best window is fall-through-spring. Winters are on the mild side, though you should expect chilly nights. Is drinking water available? You'll have to bring your own drinking water to camp at the Logandale Trails, as none is available on-site. If you need to replenish your supplies, though, the town of Logandale is a short drive away. What is the road system like? The unpaved road that leads to the entrance of the Logandale Trails System is generally well-maintained. Driving beyond to the 13-Mile Loop requires negotiating some rougher sections, but rigs with decent clearance, driven carefully, should be able to reach additional camping sites along the early stretch.
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