This free dispersed camping area sits directly off Interstate 15, providing convenient roadside access for travelers breaking up long drives. The Bureau of Land Management maintains multiple dirt roads and trails throughout the expansive site, allowing campers to find isolated spots away from the main entrance. Big rigs navigate the level, gravel areas near the highway with ease.
Target shooting occurs regularly during daylight hours, creating noise that echoes across the open terrain. "Generally it was quiet" at night, according to HOWARD S., though occasional vehicles kick up dust clouds when driving through at high speeds. Semi-trucks often park in the front sections overnight. Spring brings wildflower blooms across the surrounding desert landscape.
Scattered trash and broken glass from shooting activities mark some areas, while cleaner spots exist further from the highway along the network of dirt roads. The site accommodates both walk-in tent camping and drive-in RV setups. Cell service reaches most areas. Wind can be strong on certain nights.
For a more developed experience, Shady Oasis Kampground offers full hookups and amenities less than eight miles southwest.
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Map & DirectionsBell Mountain Road is located in California near Apple Valley
Dispersed CampingCoordinates
34.6487131 N
117.2278921 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 9/16/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 9/16/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 9/16/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- 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.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 32 min from Los Angeles, CA
- 2 hrs 6 min from Bakersfield, CA
- 2 hrs 13 min from Oxnard, CA
- 2 hrs 15 min from San Diego, CA
