Be sure to fuel up before entering the preserve. Stay on the paved roads. Be careful driving on the shoulder, sand has trapped many a vehicle, including the invincible 4 X 4. If you break down, stay with your vehicle as it is easier to look for a vehicle than a person on foot if you are overdue. Current East Mojave Road Conditions.
Tracks attract others, then the damage begins.
Be very careful out here in the East Mojave. Dirt rough graded, autos not recommended. It is access to Cal State and a BLM Visitor Kiosk only. Be careful though as more traffic is on it now. Paved, watch out in the washes during rains.