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HUNGRY VALLEY
HUNGRY VALLEY
130 MILES OF TRAILS • 11 CAMPGROUNDS • FOREST ACCESS
Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area offers 19,000 acres and over 130 miles of scenic trails for motorcycle, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV), dune buggies, and 4x4 recreation. Hungry Valley crosses both the Angeles National Forest and Los Padres National Forest. The main entrance to Hungry Valley is located on Peace Valley Road in the city of Gorman.
Hungry Valley offers a great variety of trails for both beginner and experienced off-roaders. You'll find a "beginners" area for younger riders and a 4X4 practice area within the park.
For experienced OHVers challenging trails can be found in the hills and sand washes of the back- country section of the SVRA. Beginners can enjoy the scenery and relative ease of the trails in the Native Grasslands Management Area. Trails in the adjoining Los Padres National Forest are recommended for experienced riders only.
Open Riding Zone – 4000 Acres
Over 4,000 acres are available for open riding in Hungry Valley. OHV use in this zone is not restricted to designated trails and is allowed in virtually all locations within this zone. The open riding zone contains a variety of terrain, from flat areas and sand washes to rolling hills and steep hill climb areas.
Beginners Area
Developed trails have been named and are signed with white trailside markers. A mini-track is open for public use near the Smith Forks Campground. The one-acre mini-track is completely fenced off from the general riding area and is designed specifically for beginning riders on 90cc or smaller motorcycles and ATVs.
The track contains a series of twists, turns and small jumps and is an ideal area for parents to supervise young riders developing their riding skills in a controlled, safe environment.
4X4 practice area
A 10-acre site adjacent to the Aliklik Campground has been developed to provide an area where 4-wheel drive enthusiasts may test their personal capabilities and that of their vehicles. The practice area contains eight man-made features that replicate conditions and terrain found throughout California's back-country.
Quail Canyon Off-Road Event
The Quail Canyon Off-Road Event Area is located in the eastern portion of Hungry Valley SVRA and contains the Quail Canyon Motocross Track. Use of the closed course Motocross track is open to the public unless there is a race or other special event scheduled.
There may be infrastructure repairs taking place at Quail Canyon Special Event Area. Contact the Hungry Valley district office for current event information at:
(661) 249-7007
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CAMPING
CAMPING
Camping is available in over 2000 acres throughout the Open Use/Camping Zone in Hungry Valley and offers 11 semi-developed campgrounds with over 200 campsites available on a first come, first serve basis.
Each campsite is furnished with a vault restroom and refuse disposal containers.
- Edison Campground
- Honey Valley Campground – Group
- Cottonwood Campground
- Upper Scrub Oaks Campground
- Smith Forks Campground
- Aliklik Campground
- Lane Ranch Campground
- Los Alamos Campground – Group
- Los Alamos Campground
- Kings Campground
- Goldhill Campground
Visit the Reserve California website for Group Campsite reservations and information.
Campsite Amenities
150 of the 200 campsites feature a shade Ramada, picnic table, barbecue, and a fire ring. Neither drinking nor non-potable water is available anywhere within the Hungry Valley recreation area - water will need to be in containers and brought into the park.
Fires & Firewood
Fires are only allowed in designated campsite fire rings. Open ground fires and firewood collection in the park is not allowed. You will need to purchase your firewood locally. Call ahead to check on seasonal fire restrictions at:
(661) 249-7007
Dump Stations
No dump stations are available anywhere in the Hungry Valley Park. The nearest dump station is located a few minutes north of the Peace Valley entrance to Hungry Valley at the Flying J Travel Center in Lebec. For more information, contact the Flying J Travel Center at:
(661) 248-6519
Land Management
There may be land management projects taking place in areas of the park that include stabilizing soil areas, reshaping slopes, and reseeding and replanting bare areas. These land management project areas are may be closed temporally to OHV use through the use of fences, hay bales, brush piles, signs, and other barriers. Please support these important land management projects that sustain the park by staying out of any areas closed for restoration.
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WEATHER
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WEATHER
Elevations at Hungry Valley range from 3,000 to nearly 6,000 feet. Occasional snow falls occur during the winter. Summers are most often hot, dry and dusty.
The most pleasant times of the year for OHV fun are during the Spring and Fall months when the temperatures are mild and occasional rain showers make for good traction and reduced dust.
Night-time temperatures often drop below freezing in the spring and fall months, as well as during the winter.
Click the Weather Channel logo below for the current and forecasted area weather.
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WILDFLOWERS
WILDFLOWERS
The wildflowers of Tejon Pass are world renown for their color and abundance. In spring, California Poppies, Goldfields, Lupine, Tidy Tips and other flowers turn the grassy hillsides brilliant shades of orange, yellow and purple.
During wildflower season, Hungry Valley State Park offers a self-guided tour route that begins at the Hungry Valley Visitor Center and is marked by distinctive blue and white flower signs.
The park annually publishes an informative guide to the native Wildflowers of the Tejon Pass. These guides are available Monday through Friday at the Hungry Valley District office located at 46001 Orwin Way in Gorman or at the Hungry Valley Visitor Center and entrance stations on the weekends.
You can save and print a copy of the Wildflowers of Tejon Guide by clicking the badge below.
In the height of blossom, guided tours by rangers may be available on the weekends. Park Staff led tours usually start in April, depending on the wildflower bloom.
Visitors are asked to meet at the Hungry Valley Visitor Center parking lot past the north entrance station off of Peace Valley Road. Weekly updates on the wildflower bloom may also be available during wildflower season.
Wildflower enthusiasts are encouraged to call the Hungry Valley district office at (661) 248-7007 for updates on the availability of tours and the most current flower conditions.
Visit the California State Parks "Wildflowers at Hungry Valley" website for more information.
A Hungry Valley Map that shows the wildflower viewing areas inside the park is available below to save and print.
The Day Use Parking Fee at Hungry Valley is $5.00 and the annual OHV Vehicle Day Use Pass is $50 per year. Nonresident OHV Use Permit is $30.00 per calendar year.
Most SVRA entrance stations only accept credit or debit (ATM) cards. Call the Hungry Valley district office for information on purchasing and renewing annual passes and to confirm the current payment options for admission to Hungry Valley at:
(661) 249-7007
You can purchase your annual OHV Vehicle Day Use Pass online at the California State Park Store by clicking the Sample Pass below or at the Hungry Valley Entrance Station on your way into the park using your credit or debit card.
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GETTING HERE
FROM INTERSTATE I-5
From either direction on I-5, exit on Frazier Mountain Park Road (205). At the first Stop Sign, turn left on Ralphs Ranch Road. Go South for about 2 miles and turn right on Goldhill Road at the entrance of the Hungry Valley State Park.
Follow Goldhill Road to the park entrance station and show your pass or pay the number of days you wish to stay in the park.
FROM THE CALIFORNIA COAST & 101 FREEWAY
Pismo Beach Area
From either direction on the 101 Freeway, take the CA-166 exit. Take CA-166 east for approximately 70 miles.
Turn right onto Hudson Ranch Road and proceed for approximately 25 miles into Pine Mountain Club. Hudson Ranch Road will become Mil Potrero Highway. Continue on Mil Potrero Hwy until you reach Cuddy Valley Road.
Turn left and continue on Cuddy Valley Road until it transitions to Frazier Mountain Park Road. Follow Frazier Park Road until you reach Ralphs Ranch Road.
Turn right on Ralphs Ranch Road and follow it to the entrance of Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area sign and Goldhill Road.
Turn right on Goldhill Road and follow it to the Park entrance station and show your pass or pay for the number of days you wish to stay in the Park.
Ventura Beach Area
From either direction on the 101 Freeway, take the CA-33 exit. Take CA-33 east for approximately 70 miles and turn right on CA-166.
Take CA-166 for about 5 miles and turn right on Hudson Ranch Road and proceed for approximately 24 miles into Pine Mountain Club.
Hudson Ranch Road will become Mil Potrero Highway. Continue on Mil Potrero Highway until you reach Cuddy Valley Road.
Turn left and continue on Cuddy Valley Road until it transitions into Frazier Mountain Park Road. Follow Frazier Park Road until you reach Ralphs Ranch Road.
Turn right on Ralphs Ranch Road and follow it to the entrance of Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area sign and Goldhill Road.
Turn right on Goldhill Road and follow it to the Park entrance station and show your pass or pay for the number of days you wish to stay in the Park.
REGIONAL MAP
This regional map shows the various Southern and Central California freeways, cities, and counties in relation to Pine Mountain Club.
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INFORMATION
INFORMATION
Visit the following links for information on camping, facilities, maps, FAQs, SVRA rules and regulations, trail difficulty ratings, hazards to watch out for, weather conditions, fire and restoration updates, click the following links or call the Hungry Valley SVRA office if you have any questions or need additional information.
VISIT
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(661) 248-7007
Park Open – 24 hours a day • 7 days a week
Office – 5301 Ralphs Ranch Rd, Gorman, CA 93243