Best camping near Salton City
17 campgrounds · 17 ranked · updated 2026-08-03 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Salton City, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 17 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Painted Canyon
Fair
16.8 mi away
· Hot night · low 83°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 99°F
Painted Canyon camping area, located in California, offers a breathtaking experience for campers. The campground boasts several amenities to enhance visitors' stay, including tent…
Why 100: 21 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#2
Box Canyon Dispersed
Fair
14.6 mi away
· Hot night · low 83°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 99°F
Box Canyon Dispersed Camping Area is a first-come-first-serve campground located in California with stunning views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The campground does not offer…
Why 55: 11 things to do within 15 mi
55Solid
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#3
Palm Beach Dispersed Camp
Fair
3.2 mi away
· Hot night · low 85°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 108°F
Palm Beach Dispersed Camp is a camping area located in California. This secluded campground offers a serene and peaceful experience for campers. It is important to note that this…
Why 50: 10 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
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#4
Palm Beach Dry Camp
Fair
3.5 mi away
· Hot night · low 85°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 108°F
Palm Beach Dry Camp camping area, located in California, offers campers a rustic experience with a range of amenities. While this campground does not provide any hookups, it does…
Why 50: 10 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
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#5
West Shores Marina & RV Park
Fair
3.5 mi away
· Hot night · low 85°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 108°F
West Shores Marina & RV Park is an RV park located near Coachella in Southern California's desert region. The facility caters to RV campers seeking access to recreational…
Why 50: 10 things to do within 15 mi
50Solid
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#6
Ocotillo Wells State Vehicle Area
Fair
19.5 mi away
· Hot night · low 85°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 107°F
The Ocotillo Wells State Vehicle Area, located in the state of California, is a popular camping destination for outdoor enthusiasts. This camping area offers a range of amenities…
Why 45: 9 things to do within 15 mi
45Rated
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#7
Rockhouse Canyon Rd Dispersed
Fair
19.6 mi away
· Hot night · low 85°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 107°F
Rockhouse Canyon Rd Dispersed camping area in California offers a serene and secluded camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. Nestled in the heart of nature, this campground…
Why 45: 9 things to do within 15 mi
45Rated
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#8
Holmes Camp
Fair
17.7 mi away
· Hot night · low 85°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 108°F
Holmes Camp is a picturesque camping area located in the state of California. Situated in a scenic location, this campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable…
Why 40: 8 things to do within 15 mi
40Rated
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#9
Ocotillo Wells OHV Dispersed
Fair
18.3 mi away
· Hot night · low 85°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 108°F
Ocotillo Wells OHV Dispersed Camping Area, located in California, is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking an off-road experience in a picturesque desert setting…
Why 40: 8 things to do within 15 mi
40Rated
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#10
Corvina Beach - Salton Sea State Rec Area
Fair
8.1 mi away
· Hot night · low 83°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 99°F
Corvina Beach, located in Salton Sea State Recreation Area in California, offers campers a unique and scenic camping experience. The campground provides a range of amenities to…
Why 35: 7 things to do within 15 mi
35Rated
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#11
Mecca Beach
Fair
8.6 mi away
· Hot night · low 83°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 99°F
Mecca Beach camping area is located in Mecca, California and offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides visitors with various facilities, including…
Why 35: 7 things to do within 15 mi
35Rated
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#12
Mecca Beach - Salton Sea State Rec Area
Fair
8.6 mi away
· Hot night · low 83°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 99°F
Mecca Beach, located in the Salton Sea State Recreation Area in California, offers a serene camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. This campground provides a range of…
Why 35: 7 things to do within 15 mi
35Rated
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#13
Hike and Bike campsides in area
Fair
9.1 mi away
· Hot night · low 83°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 99°F
Hike and Bike campsides in area is a tent campground located near Coachella, California, in the low desert region. The facility charges a fee for camping and is well-suited for…
Why 35: 7 things to do within 15 mi
35Rated
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#14
New Camp
Fair
9.2 mi away
· Hot night · low 83°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 99°F
The New Camp camping area, located in California, offers a wide range of amenities for campers to enjoy. With beautiful natural surroundings and well-maintained facilities, this…
Why 35: 7 things to do within 15 mi
35Rated
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#15
Bombay Beach - Salton Sea State Rec Area
Fair
13.1 mi away
· Hot night · low 84°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 96°F
The Bombay Beach Salton Sea State Recreation Area in California is a first-come-first-serve camping area that offers stunning views of the Salton Sea. The campground has basic…
Why 35: 7 things to do within 15 mi
35Rated
Camping near Salton City
The Salton City area has 17 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Salton City
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.