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  1. They shouldn't. This project is funded by the Federal Lands Transportation Program. It's got nothing to do with user fees. At least that's what I was told.
  2. This topic seems to raise some concerns for some people, me included. Paving the road has always been a dream but also a nightmare. While our cabinets and suspension will last longer, will the better road bring more trash to Dumont? Hopefully not. I'm remaining positive and optimistic. It will definitely be weird cruising into Dumont after it's done. That 4 mile, washboard gravel road has been part of the Dumont experience for decades. 😆
  3. The Federal Highway Administration recently announced a project that will put a smile on many duners faces. After many years, the entrance road to Dumont Dunes is finally getting paved. If you are a regular of Dumont, chances are you have experienced the 4 miles of teeth chattering, washboard road that has done damage to many trailers and RVs. The condition of the gravel road is always changing and requires much maintenance. We even have an entrance road update post here on the forum where users rate the road in using a A-F grade. It's not too bad when it gets bladed, but that is usually before holiday weekends and sometimes it doesn't even get done. While this brings relief to 99% of Dumont users, some worry the entrance road will bring even more of the crowd that abuses Dumont Dunes. There's an old saying, "good roads bring bad people". Let's just hope that doesn't happen and everyone respects the dunes and the rules/ laws are followed and enforced. Dumont entrance road with an "F rating" photo: sand chick The Project The paving project will begin summer of 2022 and hopefully we'll see it finished by fall 2022. photo: Federal Highway Administration Funding The first thing that comes to mind anytime there are improvements made to Dumont is "who's paying for this?" Well the good news is the roughly $3,000,000 project is funded by the Federal Lands Transportation Program (FLTP) for the Bureau of Land Management and it is not coming from the users of Dumont Dunes. Thoughts? Do you love it? Hate it? What are your thoughts? Please comment below or visit the topic on the forum and let us know. Updates Aug 2022: The public should be aware of the pending road construction when planning a visit to the Dumont Dunes Off-Highway Vehicle area. The area will be open to the public; however, there may be some delays along the road and at the river crossing. “The BLM is excited to have this infrastructure project underway,” said Associate Field Manager Jeff Childers. “We will be working closely with the contractor to ensure access to the Dumont Dunes OHV area throughout the construction process.” https://www.blm.gov/press-release/blm-and-fhwa-begin-construction-dumont-dunes-road Oct 18,2022: Paving is almost done!
  4. MAFAKA! You jackass. 🤣 I'll give you a call.
  5. That is not in Sperry Wash. I think it's on the other side of 127.
  6. Friends of Dumont Dunes and Barstow BLM present the 20th annual Dumont Dunes cleanup. All duners are encouraged to come out and show up at 8AM to sign up. Volunteers will get a wristband will will get you lunch and free entry to Dumont March 19, 2022. Help the dunes clean and show your support!
  7. ahh I get it. I never know with SXS's. I'm completely out of that loop.
  8. Start a new topic because this post is from 2013. I guessing it sold by now and they can't take and post the pic you want. lol
  9. I would say you technically need a sticker. What are hybrid badges?
  10. Date was finally announced today. March 19th
  11. nada. I even tried reaching out to BLM. I haven't heard anything from them or seen a date announced by FoDD.
  12. I'm not sure why that is posted on this topic, but I have no idea. Try starting a separate thread asking for help.
  13. 😆 Yes, fires have been allowed. This post is from 2020 when there was a statewide fireban because the fires.
  14. Thanks Paul! The drone actually records audio as well via the phone app (in the car) but I just used the GoPro audio because it was easier.
  15. New video is up from our Sunday cruise at Dumont with my Skydio drone! Thumbnail image photo cred: @FE135
  16. Exactly my thoughts. It was sarcasm because more people are on FB these days. lol
  17. It's definitely happening. Friends of Dumont Dunes is just still in the process of finalizing the date with BLM. Once it is set, I'll get it posted on the events page and calendar. You can count on it being either on St Patty's weekend or before (19th or the 12th).
  18. Here's the table showing which states require you to get a non-res CA OHV sticker if visiting CA.
  19. Effective January 1, 2022 the State of California will no longer recognize another State’s OHV registration program unless that State also recognizes California’s program. Beginning next year out of state recreationists must purchase a California non-resident permit to ride on public lands if his/her home state requires residents of California to purchase a non-resident permit for his/her currently registered OHV. View the complete OHV Bulletin in this link.
  20. That's a piece of metalalien and DDR history right there! haha awesome
  21. That sucks! Same thing happened in Vegas.
  22. Here's a video I put together from the weekend. Good times! Thanks again to everyone who came out.
  23. Awesome photos guys! Thank you for getting all of those, Tim and Neal.
  24. It was tough squeezing everyone in at Sunset Hill, but we managed pretty well. Check out how you can see camp in the distance too.
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