Summary
There are no established campsites, reservations, or permits required, and camping is free. Amenities are minimal—no toilets (bring a trowel), no water, no fire rings, and no picnic tables. RVs are allowed but without hookups. The experience is remote and peaceful, with wide-open desert views, Joshua trees, and epic stargazing. Popular nearby attractions include Kelso Dunes and the Teutonia Peak Trail. Best time to visit is fall through spring, as summer temperatures can be extreme. Come prepared for solitude and self-sufficiency in a stunning high desert setting.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Free Camping. Sunset - Sunrise
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Highlands Camp
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Redwood Camp
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Goat Camp
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Lower Bee Camp
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Trail Spring Camp
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Headwaters To Sportsman'S Club
0.25 Milesupstram Of The Impoundment At Sportsman'S Lodge To 0.25 Miles Downstream Of The Impoundment At Sportsman'S Lodge
0.25 Miles Downstream Of The Impoundment Of Sportsman'S Lodge To Ventana Wilderness Boundary