BLM announces temporary closure of public lands at Winnemucca Sand Dunes
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Winnemucca, NEV. Today, the Humboldt River Field Office announces an emergency closure of public lands at Winnemucca Sand Dunes located approximately 9 miles north of Winnemucca in Humboldt County.
Public lands affected by this closure of the Winnemucca Sand Dunes are described as follows:
- Primary entrance to the Sand Dunes Recreation Area, along with staging and camping areas that are accessed from Highway 95.
- The area described contains approximately 200 acres in Humboldt County, Nevada.
The BLM continues to serve the public while doing our part to address COVID-19. Following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention and recommendations from state and local public health authorities, the BLM is temporarily closing the Winnemucca Sand Dunes to limit the spread of the virus. The health and safety of staff and visitors in these facilities is our No. 1 priority.
Visitors may continue to enjoy BLM trails and open space areas in other areas within in Winnemucca District while following the CDC’s guidance.
Throughout the closure, public lands that are temporarily closed will be patrolled by BLM Law Enforcement.
For further information, please contact Heather O’Hanlon at 775-623-1567.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.