Slab City campground
Slab City
The camping area offers basic amenities such as trash disposal and portable toilets, but campers should come prepared with their own water and supplies. Slab City operates on a first-come-first-serve basis with no reservations required. There are approximately 400 campsites available, but the exact number varies depending on the season and number of visitors.
One interesting fact about Slab City is that it was once a military base and is now home to a vibrant community of artists, musicians, and other alternative lifestyles. The best time of year to visit is in the winter months when temperatures are milder, averaging around 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 40 degrees Fahrenheit at night. However, visitors should be prepared for extreme heat in the summer months when temperatures can reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the day. Overall, Slab City offers a unique camping experience in a beautiful desert setting.
What's on-site at Slab City
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Slab City, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hill Marina | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Mammoth Wash | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wiest Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Bombay Beach - Salton Sea State Rec Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Cement Flats - Imperial Sand Dunes Ohv | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Slab City -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Coachella Canal Near Niland | 534 cfs | → |
| Alamo R Nr Niland Ca | 883 cfs | → |
| New R Nr Westmorland Ca | 471 cfs | → |
| Salt C Nr Mecca | 0 cfs | → |
| Coachella Canal Near Desert Beach | 595 cfs | → |
| Whitewater R Nr Mecca | 57 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Slab City -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayfield Pumping Plant | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| El Centro 2 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Eagle Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Slab City as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Slab City
Can I make reservations at Slab City?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Slab City?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Slab City.