Best RV Parks & Resorts near Barstow, CA

Several RV parks around Barstow have concrete pads that can handle rigs up to 45 feet long. The campgrounds typically provide water, sewer, and electrical hookups specifically for RVs, with power options ranging from 30 to 50 amps depending on the site. Most places have pull-through spots that make parking larger motorhomes and fifth wheels much easier than back-in sites. You'll find dump stations at most Barstow area campgrounds, which helps during longer stays. The roads to these RV parks are generally good enough for big rigs without worrying about clearance issues. Each campground has its own rules about generator use, with specific hours to keep the noise down while still letting people run their equipment when needed. Many sites include both fire rings and picnic tables right next to where you park, giving you a nice outdoor living area. RV length limits differ between campgrounds, so it's worth checking ahead before you arrive. The busier seasons fill up quickly, with some campers booking their spots months ahead, especially at the more popular parks. From most RV parks, you can easily reach local attractions, which makes Barstow a good central point for day trips in your rig.

Best RV Sites Near Barstow, California (66)

    1. Military Park Barstow Marine Corps Logistics Base Oasis RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Barstow, CA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 577-6418

    $35 / night

    "A previous reviewer noted this is a military only facility. That is correct. I.D. is required to get on base. Once that is done the office is in building 185 and check is is super easy."

    2. Shady Lane RV Camp

    9 Reviews
    Barstow, CA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 256-5322

    "Traveling while pulling my utility trailer along makes slow going. And pulling up a long, long, long desert mountain grade can be downright exhausting.

    So this is a mighty grateful thumbs up review."

    "Full hook-ups and wifi strong. They accept Good Sam. A real drive-in movie theater is across the street."

    4. Newberry Mountain RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Newberry Springs, CA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 257-0066

    "There are 18 FHU sites here, with half being for long-termers on the west side and short-term pull-throughs on the east side. We were given an option of several sites and chose site 17."

    "Our space was on the end so we had a lot of privacy but near the I-40.  That didn't bother us but it might bother those who are looking for total quiet.  The nights were fantastic!! "

    5. Keller Peak Yellow Post Campsites

    9 Reviews
    Green Valley Lake, CA
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2600

    "This campground is free with 9 camp site on a 5 mile paved road, the site's have fire ring and picnic benches, no water. Bike trail is fun and a challenge. Camp site 1,3 & 6 are very quiet."

    "It’s a bit of a drive but very scenic and should be doable in any car. My campsite was big and spacious and looked up at an outcropping of rocks. It had a makeshift fire pit and picnic table."

    6. Holloway's Marina & RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Fawnskin, CA
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 866-5706

    "Had to hang the rear of the trailer over the river bank about 8’. Not a big deal but took the rear stabilizer out of play for the weekend.

    Good shade and campers were friendly."

    "First time at a site with hook ups with our new travel trailer. Hook ups were simple...water, 50/30/&20A electric, sewer. Sewer inlet was a bit high."

    7. Skypark Camp RV Resort

    11 Reviews
    Skyforest, CA
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 744-9927

    $50 - $100 / night

    "I love the location of this rv resort and, although it’s not perfect for everyone, it was great for our family."

    "No wood fires but they do offer gas fire pits in the community area.  Nice bathrooms as well.  Incredible views.  Spots are a little tight if you have a bigger unit.  "

    8. Red Hook Gate

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    Apple Valley, CA
    33 miles
    +1 (805) 904-3371

    $45 - $55 / night

    9. Arabian RV Oasis

    3 Reviews
    California City, CA
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 762-5008

    10. Fort Irwin RV Sites

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    Joshua Tree National Park, CA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 380-4327
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RV Park Reviews near Barstow, CA

461 Reviews of 66 Barstow Campgrounds


  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 18, 2023

    Barstow-Calico KOA

    Beautiful desert site

    I had to change my reservation three times, and the staff was incredibly helpful. They went above and beyond to give us the easiest possible stay. The campground itself was reasonably clean with a gorgeous view of the desert and mountains. Sites laid out well and most are pull through and accommodate big rigs. Pool, laundry, general store, showers and lavatories. They did not however have the shuttle to the silver mine as advertised (ended with Covid) and the Enterprise rental in Barstow does not “pick you up“ and were rude besides.

  • Colette K.
    Aug. 25, 2017

    Pineknot

    Pineknot Campground, Big Bear Lake, Ca

    A bit challenging to locate via Google Maps... Just go up (south) Summit Blvd, when you get to the parking lot of the ski resort, veer towards the left, and just past a concrete wall, you'll see the little Pineknot Campground sign attached to an aluminium pole. The campground is very cozy, countless tall pine trees, clean bathrooms, clean sites, water from taps, no hookups, and not for big rigs. The hosts are friendly, but strict! No generators from 8 pm to 8 am, a $3000 fine if your campfire is left unattended, and no rowdy obnoxious behavior is tolerated! We appreciated the rules, and thoroughly enjoyed our peaceful, quiet, deep in the woods getaway!!

  • Michelle M.
    Jan. 11, 2022

    Shady Lane RV Camp

    A Handy Desert Stop

    Traveling while pulling my utility trailer along makes slow going. And pulling up a long, long, long desert mountain grade can be downright exhausting.

    So this is a mighty grateful thumbs up review. Robert made my day when I phoned up in the late afternoon and offered me a limited use rate on one their full hookup sites.

    And of course, I got in real late, just after late closing hours–10 pm!

    I got the last pull through site at the end of the lane. It was a breeze to pull in, get my deep cycle battery charging. 30 Amp with an adapter is all I need.

    Shady Lane is mostly populated by real big rigs. So a 50amp socket is also on the post.

    The park is a little distance from the highway, so it's blessedly quiet overall. After a grueling pull from Las Vegas, it was a wonderful blessing to crawl into my tent with my feline road companion, Missy. She just loves tent camping the very best. It was down in the 40s last night, but our traveling bed is a cushy cloud ☁️ from Heaven 🌠🌌✨ Just me and Missy and all those stars on that dark desert night.

    Just woke to a lovely quiet morning here at Shady Lane. Fully renewed, to make my long drive down towards San Diego.

    Looks they offer all the basics, showers, laumdry, and the same wifi network is offered all over these desert parts.. So once signed up, its the same login wherever you go on this network.. That's handy. Great wifi signal all the way down at the end of the lane, too.

    Most importantly, Shady Lane offers tent spots and doesn't get snooty about whether you're pulling a utility trailer, or a spit shined mega-rig. On the phone, when I spoke with Robert, told him what I'm pulling along, he was as nice as can be.

    I'm glad I found this quiet little desert overnighter. 🏜 Just right for Missy and me.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 26, 2020

    Shady Lane RV Camp

    Not what the picture shows.

    The units were spaced tightly together with a gravel pad and concrete patio. It was $45 but with GoodSam down to $40.50. Old park. Friendly staff. Bathrooms and showers aged but clean. I was told there was cable TV but didn't try it. The pet area was a sandy strip by the fence.

  • Ashley M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2022

    Lighthouse Trailer Resort & Marina

    Good stay

    Little family owned RV spot— some long termers. Everyone super nice. Big spot, shade of trees, walk down to lake. Full hookup. 7 minutes to big bear lake town. Hiking trails out front gate. Probably not big rig friendly.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2024

    Sawtooth Canyon Campground

    Great, and free

    This is a great BLM campground, FREE, individual sites with varying levels of privacy and levelness, no reservations. Each site has a shade structure, table, fire pit, and grill. There are pit toilets but no other amenities. No water and no trash service- please pack your trash out! We had to pick up after some other campers which is just so dumb to have to do. There was a camper there who looked like they had set up for long term residency, and the sheriff came by and kicked them out.

    This is also a big rock climbing destination so you’ll have climbers coming in for the day as well. There are some “dispersed” type sites in the brush area so if you show up and all the spots are taken, you can sleep in one of those spots in a pinch until morning. We were there in late December and there were only a couple of other campers, and then again in early January and it was busy on weekends but quiets down during the week. 

    The road coming in is 1.6 miles of washboard and some big dips, but it’s doable. Cell service is very spotty throughout the campground. Parts of decent ATT or Verizon service, and parts have zero. Lots of hikes and trails and places to walk and scramble.

  • Ed E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 21, 2020

    North Shore Campground - Lake Almanor

    Beautiful Camping near Lassen Volcanic National Park

    We reserved and camped at this beautiful campground back in July of 2018. It was a great experience. We pulled a 27' Travel Trailer from Livermore, CA and picked out the perfect site #94. It was the furthest RV site north of the campground and we had power, water and sewage. It was a lake front campsite so we had a nice view of the lake right in our "front yard" :-) We had a picnic table and a fire pit for our use.
    The fishing was awesome, but I suggest fishing in the mornings before the afternoon winds come in as the weather cools down. We had our kayaks and it is a beautiful lake to kayak. But when it gets windy, know your limits :-)
    The campground is close to the Lassen Volcanic National Park. We took a drive there for a visit and it was spectacular. 
    The campground also has a great store there. It has all the camping necessities. If you are into hiking and biking, this campground has the accommodations for that activity. It also has a kid's park.  They also have cabins if you do not want to use a tent or RV.

  • Jason M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 20, 2024

    Barstow-Calico KOA

    Great Waypoint for Passing Through

    It's an excellent location for access to Barstow and Calico. We appreciated the pool, hammocks next to the pool, and the treats at the store. Sites are primarily pull-throughs, and many are occupied by people passing through them for one night. There are easy hookups, 50 amp service, and easy on/off from the highway. We visited both Barstow and Calico and had a good time at both.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2021

    Barstow-Calico KOA

    Barstow KOA

    We needed a place to stay for our last 2 nights on the road before going home after the place we reserved was not a good fit for our 40 ft Allegro Bus. We called and they had a perfect spot for us for the 2 days. It's clean and quiet here and right off the freeway. We couldn't hear the freeway from our RV. We were so glad we found the KOA. Pull throughs that fit our 40ft plus tow. There's gravel but flat so leveling isn't difficult with the blocks. Plenty of room, some spots with trees and some bushes. Our 4 slide outs fit with no problem.


Guide to Barstow

Barstow, California, offers a variety of RV camping options that cater to different preferences and needs, making it a great stop for travelers exploring the Mojave Desert.

RVers appreciate amenities like electric hookups and laundry facilities

  • The Barstow-Calico KOA features easy access to electric hookups, a laundry facility, and a well-maintained pool for relaxation after a long drive.
  • At Shady Lane RV Camp, guests enjoy spacious sites with full hookups and a friendly atmosphere, perfect for both short and long stays.
  • Newberry Mountain RV Park offers a range of amenities including showers, laundry, and picnic areas, making it a convenient choice for RV travelers.

RVers like these nearby activities

  • The Barstow-Calico KOA is an excellent waypoint for exploring the historic Calico Ghost Town and the vibrant city of Barstow.
  • Guests at Shady Lane RV Camp can enjoy nearby hiking trails and the scenic beauty of the desert landscape.
  • Newberry Mountain RV Park is conveniently located near Route 66, offering a nostalgic drive and access to local attractions.

Some prices for RV Parks range from $35 to $71

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular RV campsite near Barstow, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Barstow, CA is Military Park Barstow Marine Corps Logistics Base Oasis RV Park with a 2.3-star rating from 4 reviews.

What is the best site to find RV camping near Barstow, CA?

TheDyrt.com has all 66 RV camping locations near Barstow, CA, with real photos and reviews from campers.