Dispersed Camping

Amboy Crater Camp

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Amboy Crater Camp is located near the Amboy Crater, a volcanic cinder cone in California. The terrain consists of desert landscapes with sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the historic Route 66 and the Mojave National Preserve.

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Detours Nearby

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Twentynine Palms

45 min away

BLM Dispersed Camping at Joshua Tree

1 hr 6 min away

Drive Time

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1 hr 56 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
2 hrs 10 min from Las Vegas, NV
3 hrs 11 min from El Centro, CA
3 hrs 23 min from San Diego, CA

Location

Amboy Crater Camp is located in California

Coordinates

34.55779535 N
115.7767936 W

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T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoorsLearn More

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Good Coverage
VerizonLTE
Good Coverage
Verified by 15 users
Last on 11/19/25
AT&T5G
Excellent Coverage
Verified by 16 users
Last on 11/19/25

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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.