A great spot for the weekend warrior, the Glade Run Recreation Area is comprised of 19,000 acres of sandy arroyos, slick rock and rolling terrain. Vegetation is sparse, primarily consisting of common grasses, rabbitbrush, sagebrush, junipers, and pinyons.

The recreation area is split into two off-highway vehicle use zones. The northern three-quarters of the Glade are managed for limited trail use and 3,800 acres on the south end are managed as an open OHV area. Approximately 42 miles of marked trails for motorized trail bike and mountain bike riders are located in the limited OHV portion of the Glade. Challenging slick rock and wide sandy washes provide fun for off road enthusiasts in the open OHV section.

Rock crawling, an extreme form of off road driving using vehicles, from stock to highly modified, to surmount obstacles, is a popular activity. In rock crawling, drivers maneuver four-wheel-drive vehicles over very harsh terrain. Driving locations include boulders, slickrock, mountain foothills, rock piles, mountain trails, etc. Rockcrawling is about slow-speed, careful, precise driving. Rock crawlers often drive up, down and across obstacles that would appear impassable to the average person.

Activities
Biking, hiking, horseback, OHV.

Facilities
None. Restrooms and drinking water are not available.

Location / Access
The recreation area lies between NM State Highways 170, 574, and 516 with multiple entry points on dirt roads.

From Farmington take Piñon Hills Blvd. and turn north onto the main Glade Road, County Road 1980. Travel north 2 miles to the Glade entrance and the Open OHV area. To access the trail system from Piñon Hills, turn north onto College Blvd., travel approximately 1.2 miles just beyond Piedra Vista High School and Lions Wilderness Park.

From Flora Vista, turn west onto County Road 3535 from highway 516. Follow the road until the pavement ends, take a left onto non-county maintained road 3536 and travel about 1.5 miles. Access to the Glade is also available from the north. Take NM 574 approximately 6.5 miles from La Plata Highway and turn south onto the main Glade road.

Signs are posted at most entrances. Private property is located inside the recreation area and around the Glade boundary. Respect private property and protect your right to ride; ride only where allowed.

Off Highway Vehicle Use on Public Land / Safety
Enjoy your play -- do it the right way by following all rules and regulations for off-highway vehicle use on public land. Anyone operating an off-highway vehicle on BLM land shall do so in accordance with state laws and regulations concerning use, standards, registration, operation, and inspection of off-road vehicles. Unless you are exempted by the New Mexico Department of Motor Vehicles, you must register your off-highway motor vehicle and affix the registration plate to your vehicle (NM State Statute 66-3-1003).

Anyone operating an off-highway vehicle on public land must have a valid state license or "learners" permit unless: a) the individual is under the direct supervision of a person 18 years of age or older who has a valid operator’s license and who is responsible for the acts of the person being supervised; or b) the person is certified by state government as competent to drive off-road vehicles after successfully completing a state approved operator’s training program.

Active gas wells exist in the recreation area. Be safe and stay away from well pads, pipelines, and oilfield equipment. Watch for traffic and heavy trucks.

Enjoy your play - do it the safe way, by following these simple safety suggestions:

• Know your limitations.
• Ride with a partner.
• Always wear a helmet, eye protection, and protective clothing.
• Make sure each rider in your group has a map and knows where the party is headed.
• Be familiar with your vehicle and keep it in good working condition.
• Expect the unexpected. Take plenty of water and high energy food. Pack a first aid kit. Avoid running out of gas and carry tools needed for minor repairs.
• Operating an off-highway vehicle requires a high degree of skill and judgment. Ride unimpaired - don’t use drugs or alcohol.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a headlight, ride with it on at all times. It will allow other users to see you sooner.
• If riding at night make sure your vehicle is equipped with headlights sufficient to light an object 300 feet in front of you. Make sure your red taillights can be seen at a distance of 500 feet from the rear.

Have a positive influence on the area and those around you, practice the Tread Lightly! Pledge:

Travel only where permitted.
Respect the rights of others.
Educate yourself.
Avoid streams, meadows, and wildlife areas.
Drive and travel responsibly.

Fees None. Season/Hours Open year-round. The road may become impassible in bad weather. Portions of the Glade Run Recreation Area may be closed to the public for short periods during authorized competitions or events. Recreation Guidelines • BLM Recreation Guidelines Special Rules • Ride only in areas or on trails open for use. • All travel in the Limited OHV Area is restricted to maintained oilfield roads, on trails and two tracks that are designated and signed, or in dry, unvegetated wash bottoms that are wider than the widest part of your vehicle. • All overnight use requires a permit. • Firewood gathering is prohibited. • All shooting is prohibited. • Permits are required for commercial, competitive and organized group events. Maps • BLM: Farmington. • USGS 1:24000 Maps: Farmington North, Adobe Downs, Flora Vista, and La Plata Quadrangles. • Download map of Glade Run Recreation Area • See Contact Information below to obtain maps or visit the Public Lands Information Center. Contact Information Farmington Field Office 1235 La Plata Highway, Suite A Farmington, NM 87401 505 599-8900