Lake Olancha RV Park & Campground, near Death Valley, California, is a straightforward spot for those looking to park their RVs or pitch a tent. With around 50 sites, it’s designed to accommodate both RVs and tents, making it a flexible choice for different camping styles.

The campground offers essential amenities like electric hookups and a sanitary dump station, which many visitors find convenient. Reviewers have mentioned the peaceful atmosphere, with one noting, “A lovely site, both scenic and peaceful,” perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. The small lake nearby is great for casual kayaking and birdwatching, adding a nice touch to your stay.

While the facilities are basic, including a single restroom and shower, the friendly staff and clean environment have received positive remarks. Some campers appreciated the informal vibe, making it a refreshing change from more commercialized spots. If you're looking for a quiet retreat with nature at your doorstep, Lake Olancha RV Park & Campground could be just the ticket.

At Lake Olancha RV Park and Campground we offer cabin rentals, 50 RV sites with 50amp and 30amp electrical plugs, and tent sites in our 100-acre RV retreat, settled along a one-mile circumference around beautiful Olancha Lake. From our campsite you’ll find the majestic, snowcapped Sierra Mountains to the West and Furnace Creek and Death Valley to the East. Enter a 400-foot, rock walled entrance to our serene, lakeside surroundings.

Lake Olancha RV Park & Campground / Westside of Death Valley

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Olancha

The Best Camping Near Olancha, California

Great place and great staff so nice and clean

Lake Olancha

This resort is really just a place to park with hookups. The lake is a large pond and it’s beautiful but there is only one small restroom with one small shower with barely room to change. There are no other services like laundry, clubhouse, pool, gym.  The price was the same as a fully featured property. The host was responsive and nice. 

Park By The Pond

A lovely site, both scenic and peaceful. Was very quiet when we stayed. The small lake was ideal for a bit of casual kayaking and nature watching - mostly birds and dragonflies. Charming and spacious, the informality of the site was a refreshing change. Owing to it being quiet, we spent most of our time there in one of the riverside overlooks that provided seating, a table &amp; a grill (as well as being a vantage point for watching nature and launching the kayaks.

The only slight negative was that it was the only one of 10 we used on this trip that offered full hook-ups but no WiFi (5G service was adequate though). Would also benefit with the addition of more than just the single shower/toilet unit (which contrary to another review was of more than adequate size)

Tranquility 

It’s confusing to find the campsite. No signs directing you where to go. You have to drive behind the sites and pull through. Sites are small and you’re basically packed together.  power and water are on the right instead of left. Bathroom ok, shower curtain looks dirty.

Confusing layout lacking signage

Awesome place, can’t beat the zip line. Gonna be coming back for sure

Quiet clean 

Stayed three nights and really enjoyed the peaceful setting and open desert views. The sites are level, spacious, and have full hookups. Starlink and AT&amp;T both worked flawlessly for work and streaming. The owners were friendly and checked in to make sure everything was good.

No laundry or café on-site, but the restrooms were clean and the location felt safe. The wind can pick up in the evenings, so secure your awning. It’s a great stop for a few relaxing days or an overnight on the way through.

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