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Kelbaker Road Dispersed Camping — Mojave National Preserve

Kelbaker Road Dispersed Camping in the Mojave National Preserve features desert terrain with sparse vegetation and rocky landscapes. Temperatures can range from highs of 100°F in summer to lows around 30°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Kelso Dunes and the historic Kelso Depot Visitor Center.

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Mojave National Preserve

While most campers in undeveloped sites are responsible and conscientious, occasionally we all need to pitch in and help keep your Preserve clean. This photo gallery shows some of the common issues seen in undeveloped sites. Thanks for being a part of the effort to keep the desert pristine and beautiful for people and wildlife today and into the future.

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Location

Kelbaker Road Dispersed Camping — Mojave National Preserve is located in California

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Coordinates

35.15044762 N
115.72939518 W

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Site Types

  • Dispersed

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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.


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Reviewed Oct. 30, 2021

A place to sleep in the middle of nowhere (no 4wd required)

We tried to stay at a few of the other Mojave Preserve sites listed on the Dyrt (17 mile and Kelso dune)  when traveling between Joshua Tree and Death Valley), but a blown tire on our campervan rental meant that we couldn’t reach any of them as they were all down long dirt roads. With the sun setting and a limping van we had to find a new dispersed location.  [Disclaimer: we wouldn't have camped here unless we had other options. Leaving this review in case someone is in a similar situation— I was scouring Dyrt Pro offline for anywhere to go as we were searching that night and everything needed 4WD or a long drive down a dirt road]

The turn off was Aiken Mine Road and we went down it a bit to get off the main road and find a flat wider spot to safely camp.

Along Hwy 127 between I-40 and I-15 there are a number of  pull offs where you can spend the night in a campervan or RV (I wouldn’t recommend a tent unless you can get further off the road). This space we found was very wide and far enough off the road to be quiet, but not too far that we wouldn't be in trouble with the tire. Only one car passed between sunset and sunrise. There aren't a whole lot of options between Death Valley and Joshua Tree if you're traveling in the shorter days of winter and plan to see one of the parks during the day.

I'd only recommend this option if you just need a place to sleep during the dark hours.

There is actually some decent cell service in the Mojave preserve (along Hwy 127) . There are also call boxes about every 2 miles further along the 127.

Cost=$0 also means no amenities. But there were lots of Joshua Trees to be seen and a very, very beautiful night skies because there is NOTHING out here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Kelbaker Road Dispersed Camping — Mojave National Preserve?

    Kelbaker Road Dispersed Camping — Mojave National Preserve is located at 3701 feet.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Kelbaker Road Dispersed Camping — Mojave National Preserve?

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