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Welcome to Johnson Valley Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area in Southern California, the ultimate destination for off-road enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Home to the legendary King of the Hammers, Johnson Valley offers thrilling ATV experiences for all skill levels. At Happy Trails Rental, we’ve partnered with Polaris RZR to bring you top-of-the-line off-road vehicles, ensuring a safe and unforgettable adventure as you explore the stunning Mojave Desert.
The Playground
The OHV Park is an area consisting of nearly 100,000 acres of open trails – talk about a playground prime for the outdoor enthusiast.
The Area
Johnson Valley is just North of the San Bernardino Mountains in the Mojave high desert region with an average elevation more than 3,000 feet.
The Landscape
A varied landscape is punctuated by vast valleys, large dry lake beds, sandy washes and massive rocky buttes. Vegetation consists mostly of Joshua trees, creosote scrub, and wild flowers that bloom with a rainbow of color in the spring time.
The Location
We are conveniently located near many popular Southern California tourist destinations. About 3o minutes from Joshua Tree National Park and Big Bear Lake. About 1 hour from Palm Springs International and Ontario International airports and less than 2 hours from most Los Angeles and Orange County communities.
"Sometimes you have to get lost to find yourself."
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Recent Experiences
I can't say enough good things about the owner, Ben. Incredibly nice man who took the time to explain everything to me via email and phone number. He was very thorough when I arrived and showed me how to use everything - made me feel comfortable about being out in the desert. I highly recommend doing an ATV tour, its worth making the time whether you're going from LA, Palm Springs or wherever! Thanks again Ben, it was great meeting you and I had an amazing time.
Unforgettable Family Adventure with Happy Trails Rental! We recently took our family to Palm Springs for a fun weekend filled with stargazing, hiking, and off-roading—and hands down, the highlight of the entire trip was our experience with Happy Trails Rental. We rented two side-by-sides (one 4-seater and one 2-seater) and chose the Scavenger Hunt, which was perfect since we had my younger nephew with us. From start to finish, Ben and Tony were absolutely fantastic—extremely helpful, communicative, and transparent every step of the way. They made the entire process smooth and stress-free, which allowed us to focus on having fun as a family. They even provided a cooler for us to pack lunch, and the navigation was pre-mapped with clear waypoints, making it easy to explore without worrying about getting lost. We stopped multiple times along the way to take pictures, enjoy the scenery, and just soak in the experience. The entire time, my family was smiling from ear to ear. Ben and Tony are true professionals, and it really shows in how well they run their business and take care of their customers. If you’re looking to spend a few unforgettable hours outdoors with your family, I can’t recommend Happy Trails Rental enough. We will absolutely be back!
Unforgettable Family Adventure with Happy Trails Rental! We recently took our family to Palm Springs for a fun weekend filled with stargazing, hiking, and...
My husband and I had a wonderful experience with Ben and Tony. Everything was smooth, in great condition and beautiful views.
Absolutely great experience - highly recommend to anyone who wants to see the desert from a side by side. Couldn't be nicer and professional
Ben and his crew at Happy Trails were amazing! Our group of seven rented two 4 seaters and did the King Cougar Trail. We had an absolute blast. They charge by the mileage so as long as you stay on the trail you can stop as much as you want for hiking and pictures. They offer a cooler with ice packs as no extra charge so you can bring drinks and snacks. If you are coming to Yucca Valley definitely check this place out!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Minimum age to rent and drive is 28 with a valid driver’s license. However, licensed drivers between 18 to 27 years old are allowed to drive only if they are accompanied by their parent in the same vehicle at the same time (no exceptions).
In order to be a passenger you must be able to sit in the seat, with your feet flat on the floor, back against the seat and your hands firmly on the hand hold. While we do not enforce a strict height requirement, typically if an individual is about 54 inches tall, they will fit and be able to ride. Minors must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian. All participants are required to wear a helmet with goggles (helmet and goggles provided to borrower during your rental period) and wear closed-toe shoes at all times while in the vehicle. Happy Trails Rental reserves the right to refuse service to anyone, even those meeting the qualifications above, based on our sole discretion.
Self-Guided GPS Tour options are ideal for customers who want to use the aid of our sophisticated GPS technology and follow pre-planned routes to exciting destinations. Self-Guided GPS Tours are perfect for the novice rider who wants to enjoy their riding experience at their own pace to allow time to stop and take in the beautiful scenery. Book directly on-line at our website by selecting the “Book Now” button.
Private Guided Tours are also available if you want to play follow-the-leader on your trail adventure and experience the Mojave desert in a unique way with an expert trail guide. We offer both day tours and special Sunset and Stargazing tours. Call us for pricing and reservations.
Primitive camping is allowed anywhere within the boundaries of the Johnson Valley OHV Area, except on private property and established dirt roads. There are also a few vault bathrooms located on Anderson Dry Lake and on the north side of Cougar Buttes. Responsible camp fires are allowed, however do not burn wood with nails (pallets prohibited). The burning of potentially hazardous materials e.g. (but not limited to) gas, oil, plastic and magnesium is strictly prohibited. Please avoid building new fire rings. Federally protected desert tortoises are located in the OHV area so please be vigilant to stay away from these protected tortoises. Johnson Valley OHV is managed by Bureau of Land Management, Barstow Field Office, 2601 Barstow Road, Barstow, CA 92311, (760) 252-6000.