Death Valley National Park88
Campsite #88 at Furnace Creek Campground, Death Valley National Park, CA
$30
Campsite #88
| Drive-In | 8 people |
| 26 ft | Back-In |
| 1 | weak |
2/18
2/19
Campsite #88 Features: Drive-In access, Back-in parking, 26ft driveway, Fire ring, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (19)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 47% |
| 4 star | | 42% |
| 3 star | | 11% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@ChadF8B79400A8 · Camped on Jan 31, 2025 at Campsite #88
Most of Furnace Creek campground is wide open with little privacy between campsites. However, site 88 was a good site. One side is the campground road and there are no sites across the road. There is a tree line that wraps around two sides increasing the sense of privacy. Only one side was open and the parking pad for the site was such that our van blocked site lines that direction. We had excellent views of the night sky and could hear parts of the dark sky presentation given by the interpretive rangers. The views of the mountains to the east were good as well. It was a short walk to the bathroom and the sinks for washing dishes or filling water bottles. I'd definitely choose this site again in the future.
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@SherrillW36158 · Camped on Apr 9, 2024 at Campsite #88
Great campground. Clean bathrooms. Convenient location to the sights of Death Valley.
@AnnaZ20B6199DB · Camped on Dec 20, 2023 at Campsite #88
As far as Death Valley rea, its pretty good. We had campsite 88 which was one of the best ones as far as privacy. Others are so close together! Bathrooms were fine. Close walk to Visitor Center was nice. Hosts were fantastic and kind! Pretty average campground overall.
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@SusanJ1184386 · Camped on Apr 3, 2023 at Campsite #88
Pros: The location is central and very convenient to Death Valley attractions, which is why we chose it. Compared to most campgrounds, the fee is extremely reasonable, especially if you are a senior with a Golden Age pass. We were within walking distance of a general store, gift shops, and showers. It had what we needed - proximity to the park and trails. We enjoyed the views of the mountains and watched a full moon rise over the ridge.
Cons: Not the best for tent camping. We arrived in the middle of a dust storm. There is very little vegetation to shelter from the wind, and the surface is hard gravel with few level spots. Sites are close together, and several areas are basically parking lots for RV's, so it's worth a look at satellite maps before choosing a site. Seemed like there was always a generator running,, even at 2 a.m. Campers pulled in and set up at all hours. Many campers ignored the dark sky rules and used bright outdoor lights. Showers at the neighboring resort cost $14 (but included use of the pool).
Cons: Not the best for tent camping. We arrived in the middle of a dust storm. There is very little vegetation to shelter from the wind, and the surface is hard gravel with few level spots. Sites are close together, and several areas are basically parking lots for RV's, so it's worth a look at satellite maps before choosing a site. Seemed like there was always a generator running,, even at 2 a.m. Campers pulled in and set up at all hours. Many campers ignored the dark sky rules and used bright outdoor lights. Showers at the neighboring resort cost $14 (but included use of the pool).
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@JamesP3218459 · Camped on Jan 26, 2023 at Campsite #88
It's a shame that when night falls out comes many extremely bright lanterns at many sites.Sadly, not everyone appreciates the night sky. It's basically sustained light pollution.The campground is fine. Nothing special. Sites are level. Bathrooms work.Picnic tables are new and very nice.
@KenN1774640 · Camped on Jan 23, 2023 at Campsite #88
Everything was clean and well cared for. Would give it 5 Stars if there were showers.
@CliffR9381535 · Camped on Nov 27, 2022 at Campsite #88
Given recent flooding and the setting, best camping option around. Kitchen stations and bathrooms were well maintained. Layout of campsites a bit odd with fire rings in weird places relative to site (some far away from logical camp spot or view). Tight squeeze of drive in sites but popular and full, seemed campers were just outside of each window. Shower option at Ranch very spendy ($15) compared to recent Yellowstone experience ($5 in marble showers, fluffy towel and cute teddy bear soap). Still best option for this beautiful park.
@BarbaraC646329 · Camped on Apr 5, 2022 at Campsite #88
We hiked Sidewinder and it was amazing.
@WeidongHBFD567 · Camped on Mar 20, 2022 at Campsite #88
Beautiful campground with spacious sites. Wish there were more sites with hookups (at least electricity hookup.) We stayed in a site without hookups (like majority of the sites here), but fortunately did not need to use the A/C in our RV because it wasn't hot yet.
@EmilyT1326398 · Camped on Feb 23, 2022 at Campsite #88
Clean restrooms, and quiet hours were respected. Appreciated that the vegetation in this campground protected our tent from the wind.
@SharonG7476078 · Camped on Feb 21, 2022 at Campsite #88
We were lucky to get a site with privacy, and everything was great at the campground!
@dafnaw4B75A7C6 · Camped on Feb 15, 2022 at Campsite #88
Quiet, clean. Perfect home base for exploring the valley. Would love to have showers in the bathrooms.
@JulianG3F6B646 · Camped on Jan 30, 2022 at Campsite #88
The site was clean and the location was perfect. Check in with the ranger was fast and he provided all the needed information. When I arrived to my site there away a van parked there and set, but showed them my reservation and they left.
@BruceD4191868 · Camped on Jan 23, 2022 at Campsite #88
Furnace creek is a very basic camp ground, but does offer shade and a wind break with available trees at the back side of many spaces. Water is not at every site, but is plentiful, and special dish washing stations are available near rest room areas. Check in and Check out times are tightly monitored, so campers should be prepared to leave by the noon check out, and conversely not arrive early as the camp ground is very popular in the fall, winter and early spring months. A reasonable price for camping by most standards for couples and families.
@GregoryT276 · Camped on Jan 20, 2022 at Campsite #88
Well maintained and managed campground. Personnel happy and helpful. Wish there were showers, but otherwise a great experience.
Close to The Ranch resort for general store, bar, restaurant etc.
Check out the 19th hole bar and get for grato burgers, conversation and views. All easy walking distance to campground. ..... I'll be back
Close to The Ranch resort for general store, bar, restaurant etc.
Check out the 19th hole bar and get for grato burgers, conversation and views. All easy walking distance to campground. ..... I'll be back
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@VicenteM318 · Camped on Apr 3, 2021 at Campsite #88
We stayed here for one night and it was clean, beautiful and serene.
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@HilaryL658 · Camped on Feb 11, 2021 at Campsite #88
Campground was a great homebase for exploring the park as it was centrally located. Restrooms were clean and hand sanitizer was provided. Many sink stations around for cleaning dishes. Site #88 had no neighbors across which provided a great view, but is close to the Visitor Center so you get lights and a slight humming noise from there at night.
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@DerekW8E057A81 · Camped on Nov 4, 2020 at Campsite #88
Walking distance to the fancy place next door, that had free WiFi, a restaurant (pricey) and store
@AndreSAA2321D0 · Camped on Oct 27, 2019 at Campsite #88
Great. The park service does an excellent job as always. Our national parks must never be given to private industry, prices would go up and the quality of the product would dramatically decrease. KOAs are terrible and their prices are absurd. Keep up the good work and thank you
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