Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Badwater, CA
Nestled within the breathtaking landscapes of Death Valley National Park, Badwater, CA offers an array of camping options that cater to both adventurous souls and nature enthusiasts. For RV campers, Furnace Creek Campground, located just a short drive away, provides full hookups and convenient access to park facilities, making it ideal for those seeking comfort amidst rugged terrain. If you prefer a more rustic experience, embrace the tranquility of tent camping at Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes Campground, where you'll find stunning views of the unique sand formations and the surrounding Panamint Mountains. For the more adventurous, dispersed camping opportunities abound on the park's less-traveled roads, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the stark beauty of the arid desert landscape. Keep an eye out for the diverse wildlife that calls this landscape home, from bighorn sheep to desert tortoises, enriching your outdoor experience. Whether you're drawn by the allure of starlit skies or the striking contrast of salt flats against rugged peaks, camping near Badwater, CA promises an unforgettable escape into one of America's most iconic natural wonders.
Headquarters Campground is located in the Kern River Ranger District, Sequoia National Forest (1 hr 52 min southeast of Porterville, CA) with an elevation of 2,780 feet. There are a total of 42 campsites including 13 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 27 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $32.00 to $100.00. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Paradise Cove Campground is located in the Kern River Ranger District, Sequoia National Forest (1 hr 30 min northeast of Bakersfield, CA) with an elevation of 2,639 feet. There are a total of 51 campsites. The campground is open all year. 1 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $32.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Red Rock Canyon Campground in Clark County is located just 19 min west of Spring Valley, NV with an elevation of 3,390 feet. There are a total of 79 campsites including 21 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 58 sites can accommodate RVs between 22 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $12.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include drinking water, picnic table, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails, rock climbing.
Fletcher View Campground is located in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest (just 29 min west of Las Vegas, NV) with an elevation of 7,038 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $33.00 to $58.00. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Halfway Group Campground is located in the Kern River Ranger District, Sequoia National Forest (1 hr 53 min southeast of Porterville, CA) with an elevation of 2,816 feet. There are a total of 5 campsites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 20 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $48.00 to $200.00.
Owl Canyon Campground in San Bernardino County is located 56 min north of Apple Valley, CA with an elevation of 3,054 feet. There are a total of 31 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Prices start at $6.00 per night. Some amenities include accessible, playground, restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Afton Canyon Campground in San Bernardino County is located 1 hr 9 min northeast of Apple Valley, CA with an elevation of 1,406 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Prices start at $6.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include ohv trails nearby.
Goodale Creek Campground in Inyo County is located 4 hrs 38 min east of Reedley, CA with an elevation of 4,077 feet. There are a total of 43 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $5.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails, ohv allowed from campsite.
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