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BLM Desert Site

3 Reviews

BLM Desert Site is located in a desert region of California, characterized by flat, sandy terrain with sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Mojave National Preserve and the Trona Pinnacles, offering opportunities for exploration and sightseeing.

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Location

BLM Desert Site is located in California

Coordinates

35.05692957335111 N
117.55092990316913 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site

Stay Connected

WiFi
Good
Verizon
Unknown
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Available

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Dispersed
Group

Features

For Campers

Pets
Fires

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 24 min from Riverside
1 hr 29 min from Bakersfield
1 hr 53 min from Los Angeles
2 hrs 26 min from Oxnard

Kameron H.

Scout

Reviewed May. 26, 2025

Great in a pinch

Not a bad just open desert, staying here on momorial day and really nobody is here so that’s nice

Month of VisitMay

Tyler D.

Guide

Reviewed May. 10, 2025

Great spot

I wasn’t sure when driving out here at night in a minivan, but the dirt road didn’t give me any trouble and I still had some service with Verizon. It’s a great little secluded spot about 4 miles off the highway in the desert. I missed the sunset but caught a beautiful sunrise.

Month of VisitMay