Guide
About this area
1,650 acres of active sand dune beside the Cimarron River near Waynoka. The dunes reach 75 feet and are genuinely active — migrating and free of vegetation — which is rare this far east. Oklahoma's best-known dune riding.
Little Sahara State Park
Active dunes to 75 feet
LocationWaynoka, Woods County, Oklahoma
Entry points1 verified
Size1,650 acres of riding area, dunes up to 75 feet
Conditions99° · 10 mph
Trip check
Before you go
- Permit required — No permit needed to enter the park itself; the fee is for going out on the sand.
- 🏔️ These active dunes migrate and carry no vegetation, so the shape of the place changes.
At a glance
Quick facts
- Best season
- Open year-round
- Managing agency
- Oklahoma State Parks
- Permit status
- Permit required
Access
Getting there
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Park entrance — US-281 south of WaynokaEntrance
From Waynoka drive 3.2 miles south on US-281 — about five minutes. The park entrance is signed.
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Rules
Rules
Specific to Little Sahara State Park
- 💵 The sand fee applies to passengers; $15 per person per day.
- Under 10 are free, and entering the park itself is free.
- 🚩 A 10 foot whip with a 6x12 inch bright solid orange flag is required.
- Mount the flag within 10 inches of the tip, measured from the ground.
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- 🪖 Helmets are required for every operator and passenger under 18.
- 🚶 Foot traffic is prohibited out on the sand.
- 🛡️ Dune buggies and 4x4 must have a roll bar and a seat belt for every passenger.
- Source: Oklahoma State Parks
Standard OHV rules (1)
Common equipment, registration and trail-use rules still apply.
- ⭐ Ride to the highest safety standard; a helmet, eye protection, a flag and gear get you home.
Trip support
Fuel, food & local help
Pump gas & diesel
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Waynoka, OK — five minutes northfuel
THE LOCAL TOWN · Closest fuel and supplies. Small town — do not count on late hours.
Marketplace
Rigs and vehicles
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Agency & verification
Managing agency
Oklahoma State Parks
Area information is informational only and may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify access, weather, closures, permits and hazards before and during any trip. See Terms.