Off-highway vehicle enthusiasts will find free dispersed camping at Cottonwood Campground within Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area. The US Forest Service manages this drive-in site, which provides basic amenities including toilets, picnic tables, and trash service. Campfires are permitted.
The campground currently operates under partial closure restrictions. Nearby alternatives include Chuchupate Campground and Kings Campground, both offering additional options for the area. Check current closure status before traveling.
Description
Due to fires in 2021, parts of the park are closed indefinitely and some areas are still partially closed. Please visit the website for more information.
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Location
Dispersed CampingCottonwood Campground — Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area - PARTIALLY CLOSED is located in California
Coordinates
34.7594753 N
118.9636982 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- 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.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 44 min from Bakersfield, CA
- 2 hrs 8 min from Los Angeles, CA
- 2 hrs 24 min from Oxnard, CA
- 3 hrs 8 min from Santa Maria, CA



