Off-road vehicle enthusiasts will find Corral Canyon Campground at the end of a 7.5-mile dead-end road within Cleveland National Forest, though the OHV area typically sees few riders. The Forest Service facility provides basic toilets but no piped water, with a flowing creek available during wetter seasons. Campers report consistently light crowds even when other campgrounds just outside Potrero fill up completely.
The campground offers shaded sites and operates under a no-pets policy. Access requires navigating the lengthy unpaved approach road, which contributes to the site's reputation for remaining nearly empty year-round.
Description
Corral Canyon CampgroundDistance1.2 miles with connecting optionsCampfiresCampfires are not allowed when elevated fire restrictions are in effect. Please see our current fire restrictions page for more details.FeesAdventure Pass RequiredHike/Ride TimeHalf dayDifficultyEasy to ModerateBest SeasonsSpring, WinterLocationOff the I-8 at Buckman Springs Rd. Turn right on Buckman Springs rd. to Morena Stokes Valley rd, travel 10 miles to reach Four Corners Staging area and continue to the campgroundRanger DistrictDescanso Ranger District - (619) 445-6235 Corral Canyon Campground is located within the Corral Canyon OHV Area and provides a secluded camping opportunity for those using the surrounding trails. Campsites are nestled amongst an Oak grove with views of chaparral and desert for miles. Trails can be accessed from just outside of the campground, linking many to__the greater OHV Area for more options. Each parking sport was designed to accommodate vehicles towing up to 27ft. trailers.20 sites are available and OHV use is allowed with a Green Sticker (required). Please note that there is no potable water in the campground or within the local Corral Canyon and Bear Valley area.
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Map & DirectionsCorral Canyon Campground is located in California near Potrero
Coordinates
32.71138889 N
116.5725 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/11/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/11/26
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 1 hr 10 min from San Diego, CA
- 1 hr 59 min from El Centro, CA
- 3 hrs 1 min from Yuma, AZ
- 3 hrs 5 min from Los Angeles, CA







