Coyote calls echo across the desert at dawn along this BLM dispersed camping area six miles north of Quartzsite. Plomosa Road provides access to multiple turnoffs where RVs up to 50 feet can find level spots on rocky ground scattered with existing fire rings. The road surface requires careful navigation, particularly for tent campers who will encounter substantial rocks throughout the camping zones.
"Mostly quiet, though occasionally heard coyotes," notes CrookedSnake, capturing the desert atmosphere that defines this free 14-day camping option. Campers report good cell service with T-Mobile, though data speeds can slow during busy periods. The area accommodates both intimate camping behind desert vegetation and more open sites where neighbors remain visible but maintain comfortable spacing.
Road noise from Plomosa Road affects sites closest to the main route, while campers who venture further into the turnoffs find quieter conditions. The rocky terrain makes tent camping challenging but provides solid footing for RVs and trailers. Fire pits dot the landscape, and the dark night sky offers clear stargazing despite the proximity to town. During Quartzsite's winter rally season, population density increases significantly with over 500 campers reported in some areas.
Multiple turnoffs extend along the road, allowing campers to select their preferred level of privacy and accessibility. Russell C. found the area "very nice and roomy with great cell service, and a quick and easy drive in" during off-season visits. The 14-day limit applies across all BLM lands in the region. For additional options, campers can explore camping areas around Quartzsite or nearby sites like BLM Dispersed near Quartzsite (AZ 95).
Pack out all trash and come prepared for dry camping conditions in this desert environment where morning coyote serenades provide the soundtrack.
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Map & DirectionsPlomosa Road is located in Arizona near Quartzsite
Coordinates
33.74880099 N
114.21620067 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 6/15/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 25 usersLast on 6/15/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/15/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 6/15/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 25 usersLast on 6/15/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/15/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 14 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
- 1 hr 23 min from Yuma, AZ
- 1 hr 56 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 2 hrs 4 min from El Centro, CA
