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Picacho State Recreation Area Campground

Picacho State Recreation Area Campground is located near Lower Lake, California. The terrain consists of desert landscapes with rocky hills and the Colorado River nearby. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer, and visitors can explore the nearby Imperial National Wildlife Refuge and the historic Picacho Mine.

Description

State Park

Drive-In Group Site

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Location

Picacho State Recreation Area Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Yuma, AZ exit Interstate 8 at Winterhaven Road and head north. Travel for a quarter mile, and make a sharp right to Picacho Road. Drive on Picacho Road for 19 miles to the campground.

Address

Po Box 848
Lower Lake, CA 95457

Coordinates

33.0197222 N
114.61638889 W

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Access

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

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump

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Reviewed Mar. 9, 2020

Ideal camping experience. Just perfect. Will return.

I camped here with my wife and two children (6 and 7). It was awesome. Our site had a bunch of large rocks for the kids (and my wife and I) to climb around. With the river, the trails, and all the rocks, there is tons to explore. And, the whole area is just gorgeous. Ideal camping. Getting to the grounds requires around an hour on a dirt road. We were able to get there in a 2WD minivan without issue.

Reviewed May. 29, 2019

Remote,river ,hiking,nature.

It’s an 18 mile dirt road to the park. It is along the lower Colorado river with fishing, hiking, hunting, boating! Hidden gem!

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  • Review photo of Picacho State Recreation Area Campground by Gina M., May 29, 2019
  • Review photo of Picacho State Recreation Area Campground by Gina M., May 29, 2019
  • Review photo of Picacho State Recreation Area Campground by Gina M., May 29, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Picacho State Recreation Area Campground?

    Picacho State Recreation Area Campground allows vehicles up to 35 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Picacho State Recreation Area Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Picacho State Recreation Area Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Picacho State Recreation Area Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Picacho State Recreation Area Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Picacho State Recreation Area Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.