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Horse Thief Camp

Horse Thief Camp, near Tecopa, CA, is situated in a desert landscape with flat, open terrain. Temperatures can range from 30°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the Tecopa Hot Springs and the Mojave National Preserve.

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Location

Horse Thief Camp is located in California

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Directions

Located 23 miles north of I-15 on Excelsior Mine Road (use the Cima Road Exit).

Coordinates

35.77652282 N
115.86347436 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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.


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Reviewed Mar. 6, 2022

Beautiful and desolate

This was a beautiful and desolate campground looking out in the valley below and Shoshone about 35 miles in the other direction. I saw two sites, both with fire ring and picnic tables with a vault toilet nearby. If there are other organized campsites I am not aware as did not go down the dirt road. Not a “camper friendly” site but 4x4 and motorcycles are easy. There was no cell signal and given this site is in CA, a campfire permit is required. The permit can be obtained at a BLM or online after watching a two minute video and taking an eight question quiz.

SiteGerson
Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Horse Thief Camp by Charles H., March 6, 2022
  • Review photo of Horse Thief Camp by Charles H., March 6, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Horse Thief Camp?

    Horse Thief Camp is located at 4035 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Horse Thief Camp?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Horse Thief Camp, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Horse Thief Camp have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Horse Thief Camp does not have wifi.