Best RV Parks near Helendale, CA

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Best RV Sites Near Helendale, CA (103)

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    1. Keller Peak Yellow Post Campsites

    8 Reviews
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    362 Saves

    These 9 Yellow Post sites are individual camping sites. Each campsite will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis. No reservations. Each site is limited to a maximum of 8 people at any one time. There is limited parking at these Yellow Post Sites for 2 vehicles. Amenities include 1 picnic table and 1 fire ring per site. There are no restroom facilities or drinking water. Please pack it in - pack it out! During winter, Keller Peak Road closes due to snow accumulation, but it is still possible to hike, snowshoe, or cross-country ski to these sites. These sites are near the Children's Forest Visitor Center, the Children's Forest Exploration Trail, and the Keller Peak Fire Lookout. Campfire permits are required for any type of fire use - campfires, charcoal BBQ`s, or gas stoves. Campfires and charcoal BBQ's may not be allowed certain times of the year. Click here for current fire restriction information. Keller Peak Yellow Post Site Map

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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    3. Shady Lane RV Camp

    9 Reviews
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    35 Saves
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    • ADA Access
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    4. Red Hook Gate

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    Two (2) 20x40 RV/LQ SITES ON a private 5 acre horse property. Hookups include Water/electricity/sewer. Sorry no tents. 1 hour to Lake Arrowhead, Big Bear, Joshua Tree National Park. Short drive to fishing, hiking, trail riding. Have horses? Two (2) Stalls available in mare motel + 60 ft round pen. Happy Trails!

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    • Equestrian
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    $45 - $55 / night

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    5. Skypark Camp RV Resort

    11 Reviews
    18 Photos
    107 Saves

    SkyPark Camp + RV is located on California State Route 18, otherwise known as the scenic “Rim of The World Highway” in Skyforest, California. This Southern California alpine secret sits high above the Southern California basin with views reaching to Catalina Island off the Pacific coast. Come visit and enjoy the amenities of a full service Recreational camping experience. The Campground offers a variety of different sites to accommodate any size RV from sprinters to buses. We recommend any vehicle camping to reserve a site that best fits their needs. The Park has sites with full hookups, 50 amp power, water and waste disposal. All campers have access to the SkyPark bath house featuring 7 independent changing rooms which include shower, sink and all your needs after a day of activity. Other amenities are a full service wash room, additional pump station, trash disposal and limited delivery of food and beverage from SkyPark at Santas Village’s outstanding food and beverage facilities, featuring St. Nick’s Patio and Grill, Billy’s BBQ, and Kringle’s Coffee and Gifts. Come Enjoy the unique experience of both SkyPark Camp + RV with full days spent at SkyPark at Santa’s Village. With mountain biking, hiking, fly fishing and the list goes on all day. Finish the day at Billy’s BBQ or the wonderful setting of the Pedal Pub, featuring the best of craft beers and camaraderie. Rates at the campground are “dynamic” meaning first in is best prices and rates increase with occupancy. Book your stay today, and look forward to a magical experience of outdoor adventure!

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $50 - $100 / night

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    6. Bonita Ranch Campground

    12 Reviews
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    119 Saves

    Campsites for Tent or R.V. Camping. Every Site is furnished with water hook-ups and electrical outlets. Our Campground is also furnished with two Dump Stations for you to use at your leisure. Outdoor activities include relaxing by the creek, hiking to the Waterfall, fishing (at times) or just taking in the view of the outdoors — all conveniently located to Disneyland, Coachella, Glen Helen Amphitheater for Big concert shows and San Manual Casino and other area activities. Group Barbecue Pit - We have a large (10’ long) barbecue pit, with a winch to raise the grill, that is designed for large groups Bonita Falls Hike - Bonita Falls Waterfall (a 25 minute hike from our campground) $10.00 to park in campground if you are not camping with us Lytle Creek - Runs along the east edge of the park. It is a small creek that runs year ‘round and is a good sized stream in the spring. Let the kids get wet while you relax by the creek in the shade Nearby: Interstate 15 is six miles away (10-15 minutes). Another 4 miles will bring you to the suburbs of Rancho Cucamonga , Rialto and Fontana where there are many shopping centers, movie theaters, and restaurants. Day Excursions: Auto Club Speedway — 10 miles Disneyland — 55 miles Los Angeles — 60 miles Long Beach — 70 miles (and other beaches similar distance) Palm Springs — 75 miles Big Bear Lake — 55 miles Lake Arrowhead — 40 miles Mt. Baldy (skiing) — 35 miles San Manuel Amphitheater — 7 miles

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 - $36 / night

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    7. High Noon Saloon RV Park

    2 Reviews
    10 Photos
    6 Saves
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    8. Holloway's Marina & RV Park

    10 Reviews
    18 Photos
    71 Saves
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    9. Holcomb Valley Ranch

    6 Reviews
    63 Photos
    210 Saves

    Holcomb Valley Ranch provides campers with an enchanting escape from the city. We invite you to kick back and relax at our private, 400+ acre ranch in the San Bernardino Mountains just 25 minutes from the Big Bear ski slopes and 15 minutes from Big Bear Lake- A large recreational, fresh-water lake for Summer swimming and water sports. Each campsite is approximately one acre(or more), generously-distanced from neighboring campers with its own fire ring and picnic table. The Ranch feels remote and private. Yet is only four miles to town. Neighboring the Pinnacles, for incredible rock climbing, and surrounded by the National forest, the location offers seemingly endless hiking and epic off-roading trails to enjoy and explore. After a day filled with adventure or relaxation, take in the breath-taking sunsets over the meadow. Then, blanketed in a sea of stars, enjoy toasting up some s’mores and hot-coco over a beautiful warm campfire. The horses are vacationing in sunny Palm Springs for the winter and will be back this Spring. ACCESS AND DIRECTIONS: Please pay close attention to the driving directions we provide. Your GPS may suggest you take Van Dusen Canyon Road or Rim of the World Drive, however, we highly suggest you take Polique Canyon. It is the most direct. The Ranch is about 15 minutes or 3.5 miles up Polique Canyon, on the left. Polique Canyon is a forestry road it does not get ploughed after a snowfall. Particularly during winter months, a 4x4 or AWD vehicle is recommended. After a snowfall, 4x4 or AWD combined with snow chains will likely be needed to successfully navigate Polique Canyon to get to the Ranch. WINTER CAMPING WEATHER CONSIDERATIONS: Big Bear is popular for its snowy white winters. Nighttime temperatures can fall into the single digits. Please check weather.com or another weather app prior to your visit and plan accordingly. When travelling to the mountains during the winter months, be prepared for winter weather driving conditions and always carry chains, extra food/ water, warm clothing/ blankets, and a full tank of gas in the event you become stranded. The sun sets around 7:00PM this time of year. Please arrive and check-in after 2PM and before night fall. Last check-in is at 8PM. WATER: The Ranch has been winterized to protect the pipes from the cold temperatures. Thus, the water has been shut off for winter. Our shower and flushing toilet buildings are currently closed. There are numerous, very clean, portable toilets throughout the Ranch and near each campsite, for guests to use. Please bring a plentiful supply of potable water for drinking, cleansing and extinguishing fires. FIRES: Campfires are permitted at the Ranch unless the Forest Service institutes a fire ban in the surrounding national forest or high winds are expected. Firewood is available for purchase on-site. Just ask your camp host for some bundles when you arrive. CELL RECEPTION: Verizon gets pretty good cell reception at the Ranch. AT&T; gets some. Other cell carries are pretty spotty. Please note: Weather conditions in the Big Bear area can change dramatically and rapidly during the winter months. As such, Holcomb Valley Ranch reserves the right to cancel any reservation up to 24 hours prior to arrival due to any extreme or cold weather conditions. Remember the s’mores and always follow the“Leave No Trace” principles. We look forward to hosting you at the Ranch!

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    $25 / night

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    10. Arabian RV Oasis

    3 Reviews
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Recent RV Reviews In Helendale

619 Reviews of 103 Helendale Campgrounds


  • Kim N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Calico Ghost Town
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Calico Ghost Town

    halloween event

    Great camping site during halloween event. Very kid friendly. There were free balloon twisters, pumpkin craving, arts and crafts, toss games. We enjoyed the train ride. it was about $5 per a ride. Campsites were dirt roads. we had electric hookup. Dump station was easy to access and water/trash located next to it. No fees for water and dump. Weather was perfect in mid 70's. Would definitely take the kids back again before they get older.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Desert Site
    Oct. 17, 2024

    BLM Desert Site

    BLM desert site

    35.08627305276245,-117.54092669125416 Great space. Easy to find. Away from highway enough. Very windy. Great sunset and sunrise.

  • Suly&Fabian L.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 2, 2024

    Southfork Campground

    Nature beautiful, human horrible

    There are 21 campsites and not all have tree’s but its walking distance from the creek. Its nestled between mountains and the night sky is gorgeous. We saw wild ducks too and some other desert critters. Has it not been for the nasty animals called inconsiderate humans blasting their music and fighting amongst themselves bringing their family drama until 6am, the camp site would have been marvelous. No ranger to domesticate those animals and remind them of quiet hours. Another group even brought a dj and karaoke. Seriously, no consideration for the rest of the campers. They want to get away from the hustle and bustle and be with nature but they can’f live without the modern day amenities and bring that noise we are all trying to escape to a place of nature. They even had BB guns and shooting them within the campsite. Idiots. The day the ranger did come by he was giving tickets to vehicles with no pass. Wish he came at night when he was most needed. Bathrooms are poorly maintained too. Never coming back for an overnight stay, a day trip will suffice.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Aug. 26, 2024

    Holcomb Valley Campground

    2 nights at Holcomb Valley Ranch campground

    Just got back from a 2 night stay with a group of 6 at this camp. Enjoyed the ample space between camps because it allows for extra privacy and less noise from other campers. However, we stayed on a night where a wedding reception was taking place and the DJ sound system was blasting until about 10:15 pm— this is unacceptable for a campground. They should’ve closed the sites all around the wedding area down, we were about a 3 minute walk away and this really tarnished the experience for Saturday afternoon thru evening. Pros- clean accessible bathrooms and showers, gorgeous horse meadow with about 40 horses roaming free. The road into the camp is totally unpaved, so truck & suv recommended. Camp manager Ed was very kind and helpful.

  • Jamie C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Buckhorn Campground
    Aug. 20, 2024

    Buckhorn Campground

    Perfect peaceful getaway

    Just stayed 8/15-18/24, although hot during the day, it was the getaway we needed. The Burkhart trail to the waterfall was beautiful. Clean campsites. Some neighboring camps were louder than you'd hope but it is what it is. Our second trip here and will return for sure.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sawtooth Canyon Campground
    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.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from San Gorgonio Campground
    Jul. 15, 2024

    San Gorgonio Campground

    Great, quiet camping spot!

    We really enjoyed our time at San Gorgonio. The campgrounds were really quiet, the camp host was nice, and the bathrooms were clean.

    We were there for the Fourth of July, and while the campgrounds were packed, it was really quiet and not crazy busy.

    We stayed at the Group Campsite. There was plenty of space and lots of shade.

    There’s beautiful short trails around the campgrounds.

    One reminder is that the bathrooms don’t supply soap or towels, so bring your own when you use the bathrooms.

  • Lori C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Knot Campground
    Jul. 14, 2024

    Pine Knot Campground

    Close to town and chair lift

    We booked for a weekend, in spot 37. This campground is basically in town. You enter its access road through the Snow Summit parking lot, and the chair lifts border it. That's a pro if you are looking to access the mountain bike park, but a con if you are trying to get out of town. The campground was packed when we were there, seemed every site had 6 to 8 people. It was a real party scene, again, a pro if that's what you are looking for. Lots of people with string lights up that they kept on all night.

    The site itself, 37, was terrible. Most trees had been removed, and it's on the corner of two camp roads with no screening at all. The only flat tent pad was next to the road and dumpsters. We actually didn't stay or second night

    Pros: close to town and mountain bike park. You could walk to both, or the free trolley. Cons: crowded, many sites have no privacy. On some weekends loud and lots of lights

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ord Mountain Dispersed
    Jul. 7, 2024

    Ord Mountain Dispersed

    Actual location 34.684300, -116.960600

    I did the best I could with finding the exact location on the map using The Dyrt's current capabilities to add a new location.  This site is located at 34.684300,-116.960600, across the 247 road from Sawtooth Canyon Campground / New Jack City rock climbing area. Hopefully someone can go in at some point and fix the location to be more precise.

    We checked this place out but didn’t stay. We liked the beautiful wide open surroundings, the good cell reception, and the easy access from the main road, but it seemed like this is a place better suited for bigger groups, especially those who will be riding ATVs or dirt bikes around. So, if you’re looking for a big open space to hang out with a big group where you can be loud and not disturb anyone, this would be a good place for it. We also heard gun shots nearby so further down the road is probably a good shooting area. 

    Obviously no amenities so please pack in/ pack out. It was surprisingly not too trashed so that was nice. We made it down the dirt road fine in our 26 ft class c. Proceed at your own comfort level, but it seems like a road that would be ok for any rig (maybe not a class A?) if you go slow and watch for dips and bumps.

  • merlinda M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lupine Campground
    Jul. 6, 2024

    Lupine Campground

    Came across this place on a whim

    After trying to find an escape from the fireworks and trying campgrounds in surrounding areas to this one and all of them being full, we just kept driving (ended up off-roading) and found this hidden jem. Quite, dark, and one dirt road in n out. No amenities besides a picnic table & fire pit. There's an outhouse, but it's pretty gross..

  • Dickie Simmons  S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pineknot
    Jun. 16, 2024

    Pineknot

    Clean camp located next to Snow Summit lifts.

    Clean campsites. Roads thru out camp can be a bit tight in areas, larger rigs not recommended.  Ride in, ride out location for Snow Summit MTB lifts. Reserve your dates early.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Serrano
    Jun. 8, 2024

    Serrano

    Excellent camping near Big Bear Lake

    We camped here the last weekend before they closed for the winter, after Thanksgiving. The campground was clean, quiet, and had a decent amount of space between sites. There is a biking trail that goes through the campground that was well used. Our sewer outlet was frozen in the morning, so we had to dump when we got out of the mountains. 100% would stay here again.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Calico Ghost Town
    Jun. 7, 2024

    Calico Ghost Town

    Nice but small sites

    I think I was lucky. There was myself and two others in the entire campground. Granted it was June and hot. The sites are ok. The electric and water worked. The bathrooms were clean and maintained. The shower costs $1.00 for 6 minutes. The water was pleasantly warm. The Ghost town is a fun place to walk through.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dogwood
    Jun. 6, 2024

    Dogwood

    Beautiful and Clean

    The place is clean and quiet. Our camp site was very spacious, and it was easy to back in our teardrop trailer. Restroom was cleaned every day, but wished there was some sort of light in there. It is dark in there even in the day. Camp hosts are friendly and knowledgeable. Overall, we had a really great time, my wife and I and our two labradors. We will return.

  • Andre V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dogwood
    May. 30, 2024

    Dogwood

    Nice little Mountain Getaway

    The campground is located in some lush pines In Angeles forest. It’s nothing too spectacular but well maintained and a pretty area. Most of the sites are spaced out fairly decently. I would recommend for a quick one or two night escape from the city.

  • C
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    May. 29, 2024

    Applewhite Campground (Ca) — San Bernardino National Forest

    Great place

    I had a positive impression of this small campground, located just 5-7 miles away from the 215 highway, amidst natural surroundings. I can join many activities here such as playing merge fruit. However, I was taken aback to discover that the campground was closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. It would be great if they were open full-time, although it didn't affect our stay as we had planned to leave by Monday night. While the bathroom facilities could benefit from some renovations, the actual campsite itself was quite enjoyable. Despite a previous reviewer mentioning that the road near the campground was busy, we personally didn't find it bothersome as there were only occasional cars passing by during the day, and the traffic volume was relatively light during our visit

  • Jason M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Barstow-Calico KOA
    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.

  • Malina S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little pine campground
    May. 19, 2024

    Little pine campground

    Great weekend get away spot

    Nice sized spot. We stayed on site 15, with a great view. Fire pit came in handy with a cooking grate and parking spaces are large enough for a small RV.

  • aThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pineknot
    May. 16, 2024

    Pineknot

    Great weekend.

    Peaceful experience, very clean, great camp host. Would come back.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Saddleback Butte State Park
    May. 13, 2024

    Saddleback Butte State Park

    Desolate

    The only thing more desolate than this campground is the landscape, but perhaps that's your thing. I'm the only one here on a Sunday night in May. A couple pulled in before me, but after a once-around, they left. Each campsite is well sheltered from the sun and wind -- 8' tall plywood windbreak wall plus lattice ceiling with room under it for two picnic tables and your tent. Too much noise from the nearby highway. By the way, if Google maps leads you to the closed picnic area, don't worry, there's a separate campground entrance south of it on the connecting street.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Barton Flats Family Campground
    May. 2, 2024

    Barton Flats Family Campground

    Nice campground, clean and well maintained.

    Nice time here in April. The weather is perfect for riding and trail running. 

    There is a trail from the camp over to SART. It's kinda hard to find since it starts behind someone's campsite. Luckily for me, no one was using the site that day. 

    This and San Gregorio are about the same. There is a trail that connects both of them. 

    I booked a couple more dates in July and August to ride upper SART again.

  • Michelle W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sawtooth Canyon Campground
    May. 2, 2024

    Sawtooth Canyon Campground

    Amazing experience

    I was lucky to get campsite #9. One of the regular campers told me to keep driving til the end when I could find a spot. So amazed when I got there. I had the entire canyon to myself! The next day I met some climbers from France and one from Ohio. They were the only other people in the canyon. I watched them climb and they invited me to try it. I made it up a 40ft rock that was adjacent to my campsite. Exhilarating!

  • Grant W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Skypark Camp RV Resort
    Apr. 27, 2024

    Skypark Camp RV Resort

    Beautiful Campground

    It was an amazing and clean campground. The sites were very tight but had plenty of room. The staff was accommodating and friendly. Verizon had service at the camp, but I was not able to access the WiFi all weekend.



Guide to Helendale

Camping near Helendale, California, offers a mix of unique experiences, from ghost towns to serene mountain retreats. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet getaway, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Explore Calico Ghost Town: This historic site is just a short drive from Calico Ghost Town. Visitors enjoy walking through the old buildings and learning about the area's mining history. One camper mentioned, "The Ghost town is a fun place to walk through."
  • Hit the Trails: For hiking and biking, Dogwood Campground is a great choice. Reviewers rave about the "great mountain bike or hiking trail about 5-6mi loop."
  • Enjoy Water Activities: At Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area, you can swim, fish, or just relax by the water. One visitor said, "Can't get out of that place yet. Really fascinating and mesmerizing."

What campers like:

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Dogwood Campground. One review noted, "Our camp site was very spacious, and it was easy to back in our teardrop trailer."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campers highlight the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A reviewer at Calico Ghost Town mentioned, "The bathrooms were clean and maintained."
  • Friendly Hosts: Campground hosts often receive praise for their helpfulness. A visitor at Hanna Flat Campground said, "The camp hosts are so friendly and even showed us a snake she had caught."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially on weekends. A camper at Hanna Flat Campground shared, "Quiet time is at 10pm-6am... a large group in the spot right next to us didn’t even show up till 9pm."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For example, Sawtooth Canyon Campground has no drinking water or electric hookups, so be prepared.
  • Road Conditions: Access roads can be rough. A visitor trying to reach Owl Canyon Campground warned, "Nearly 5 miles of either hard washboard dirt road... or loose sand that you can get stuck in."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Barstow-Calico KOA, which has amenities like a pool and laundry. One family noted, "We appreciated the pool, hammocks next to the pool, and the treats at the store."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. A camper at Hanna Flat Campground mentioned, "There are some lovely trails to walk here."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having snacks on hand can keep the kids happy. A reviewer at Bonita Ranch Campground said, "Campfire wood was easily available and had its own picnic table."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Sawtooth Canyon Campground mentioned, "The OHV pull-through site accommodated my 45-foot 5th wheel no problem."
  • Be Ready for Limited Services: Some campgrounds, like Dogwood Campground, don’t have sewer hookups or showers, so plan accordingly.
  • Watch for Weather: Be mindful of the season. A visitor at Calico Ghost Town advised, "Recommend this as a winter, early spring or late fall" due to high summer temperatures.

Camping near Helendale, California, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're exploring ghost towns or enjoying the great outdoors, there's something for every camper.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular RV campsite near Helendale, CA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Helendale, CA is Keller Peak Yellow Post Campsites with a 4.6-star rating from 8 reviews.

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