Cahuilla Ranger Station is located off of Gecko Road. This station offers visitors a location to purchase their dunes permit, gather information and seek medical aid. This station is open Friday through Sunday from mid-October to mid-April during the high visitation period. The BLM is replacing the Cahuilla ranger station to improve services for visitors in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area. Key benefits Safer, larger, more efficient public parking area. New modernized ranger station building to better support the BLM's visitor services and operations. Timeline Summer 2026: Temporarily relocate the Cahuilla Ranger Station to Cement Flats during construction. Late 2026: Demolish existing ranger station. 2027: Construction of new ranger station begins. Summer 2028: New ranger station opens to the public. Frequently Asked Questions Where do I buy my permit if the Cahuilla Ranger Station is closed? Permits can be purchased at the temporary ranger station at Cement Flats, approved off-site vendors, or online at www.isdpermits.net. Will medical care still be provided? Yes.
Source: rec_gov · last verified 2026-05-19