BLM's El Centro Field Office administers Gecko Campground, one of several sites spread across the Imperial Sand Dunes recreation area near Brawley, California. Toilets are the only amenity on-site. Pets are not permitted. The campground sits adjacent to Imperial Sand Dunes RA - Gecko Loop - BLM, and nearby alternatives include Roadrunner Campground roughly two miles southeast. The dunes draw OHV riders, particularly around the winter holidays. This site makes sense for off-highway vehicle users who need a no-frills base in the dunes.
Description
Gecko Campground is the largest campground in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area. It consists of a north loop and a south loop. These loops are paved roads and offer numerous vault toilets.
Fee Info
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsGecko Campground is located in California near Holtville
Directions
Access to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area is best made along Highway 78 located East of Brawley, California. Turn onto Gecko Road and the campground is located on the left hand side of the road.
Address
El Centro Field Office
4500 Gecko Road
Brawley, CA 92257
Coordinates
32.93972222 N
115.1427778 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/1/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/1/26
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 41 min from El Centro, CA
- 1 hr 13 min from Yuma, AZ
- 1 hr 59 min from San Diego, CA
- 2 hrs 48 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
