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May 19, 2026

Death Valley – Closure Status Updates

A few updates on closures in place for Section 6

  • Titus Canyon has been temporarily reopened for the season and is expected to remain open through 9/30/26. However, intermittent closures may still be implemented, so riders can take the included bypass track.
  • Hunter Mountain Road (main route) is temporarily closed due to impassable muddy conditions. At this time, riders must take Highway 190 to bypass this road, unless choosing to take the optional advanced track via Lippencott Pass.
  • For more info visit the park website HERE

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April 28, 2026

New Tracks Available for Download

A new version of the CABDR-S has been posted labeled CABDR-S-May2026

This update includes a few refinements and a brand new updates.

SECTION 3:

  • A revision has been made to the route going north into Primm to add more dirt and stay off the interstate. This is a newer track section shared by a recent revision to NVBDR.
  • Section 3 is now 101 mi from Desert Oasis to Primm

SECTION 4:

  • The road to Coloseum Mine has been privatized for mining activity and is no longer viable. The original bypass track via the powerline road is now the main route.
  • Section 4 is now 70 mi from Primm to Shoshone

SECTION 6:

  • A revision has been made near Lone Pine to add more dirt.
  • Update: Titus Canyon is temporarily open through 9/30/26 but a bypass track is still included for intermittent closures.
  • When taking the bypass, the main route is 169 mi from Beatty to Lone Pine.
  • There is NO FUEL available on this entire section aside from a short detour to Stovepipe Wells. Always carry extra fuel if you aren’t confident in your range.

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