[1] The valley is notable for being a popular destination for off-road vehicle enthusiasts across California.

The Freeman Mountains are located immediately east of the valley, and constitute the majority of the state vehicular recreation area.

With over 130 mi (210 km) of marked off-road trails across over 19,000 acres (7,700 ha) of protected land, Hungry Valley SVRA is the second largest vehicular recreation area in California.

The California Department of Parks and Recreation is tasked with the dual role of preserving the ecological integrity of the valley's chaparral plant communities while also managing the safe use of recreational vehicles in the area.

[2][3] The valley includes a visitor center, public toilets, 11 campsites of varying sizes, and 6 off-road vehicle tracks for drivers of all skill levels and vehicle sizes.