Top Free Dispersed Camping near Newberry Springs, CA

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Newberry Springs, CA (15)

    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Barstow - Dispersed Camp Area
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    1. BLM Barstow - Dispersed Camp Area

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    Camping on public lands away from developed recreation facilities is referred to as dispersed camping. Most of the remainder of public lands are open to dispersed camping, as long as it does not conflict with other authorized uses or in areas posted "closed to camping," or in some way adversely affects wildlife species or natural resources. Dispersed camping is allowed on public land for a period not to exceed 14 days within a 28 consecutive day period. The 28 day period begins when a camper initially occupies a specific location on public lands. The 14 day limit may be reached either through a number of separate visits or through 14 days of continuous overnight occupation during the 28 day period. After the 14th day of occupation, the camper must move outside of a 25 mile radius of the previous location until the 29th day since the initial occupation. The purpose of this special rule is to prevent damage to sensitive resources caused by continual use of any particular areas. In addition, campers must not leave any personal property unattended for more than 10 days (12 months in Alaska). Campsite Selection Dispersed camp sites are located along most secondary roads and may not be marked. Popular locations can be recognized by the telltale flat disturbed area that has been used as a camp site before. Not all flat spots are sites. If possible, please use existing sites to avoid creating new disturbances. To further protect your public lands, campers must not dispose of any refuse, hazardous materials, sewage, or in any manner pollute the surrounding area.

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    2. Ord Mountain Dispersed

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      4. Bell Mountain Road

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      5. Silurian Dry Lake Bed

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        7. Bear Lake View - Dispersed

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        The number of visitors admitted to the wilderness is limited. On summer weekends some wilderness areas may fill to capacity well in advance. Wilderness campsites are accessible by foot and/or horseback only and require a free wilderness permit, which may be reserved up to three months in advance. Use of certain trailheads that have facilities like restrooms require an Adventure Pass or an Interagency Pass, which must be displayed on the parked vehicle. When camping in the wilderness, lightweight stoves are recommended. Campfires are not allowed in Wilderness areas on the San Bernardino National Forest. No wood or charcoal campfires (Read the current fire restrictions) Vehicles must remain on roads and associated pullouts Do not clear vegetation Portable gas-powered stoves, lanterns and fire rings with a fuel-shutoff valve allowed with a California Campfire Permit and five feet clearance from vegetation. Camp at least 200 feet from springs, water, meadows, trails and roads Camp at least a quarter-mile from designated campgrounds, picnic areas, trailheads Camp at least a quarter-mile from private property and state highways Pack out all trash Leave no trace For more information, please read the Forest Order on use of dispersed areas: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5155166.pdf

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            Recent Dispersed Reviews In Newberry Springs

            34 Reviews of 15 Newberry Springs Campgrounds


            • JThe Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Razor Road Dispersed Camping
              Oct. 26, 2024

              Razor Road Dispersed Camping

              Peaceful and quiet with lots of space

              Verizon had excellent reception, enough room between campers to run a generator without bothering anyone. Lots of litter everywhere. It would be nice if people would haul out more trash than what they bring in. After all it is free camping.

            • Julia H.
              Camper-submitted photo from Razor Road Dispersed Camping
              Aug. 6, 2024

              Razor Road Dispersed Camping

              Ehh

              It was an aight spot. did the job. the spots are like behind a sketchy gas station, so i drove down a little bit so i wasn’t near it. tons of garbage. other than that, decent morning view ! stayed safe the whole night. can’t complain.

            • SThe Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from East Flats
              Aug. 1, 2024

              East Flats

              Great secluded location

              First time car camping. Solo trip with my fur babies. Trails a little rough but good thing I have X-Mode on my Subaru. Lol. Arrived around 5:30pm on a Wednesday. Drove past a few campers. A few with big RV’s. Closest camper is about 30 yards away. Could barely hear their generator running. Planned on staying a few nights but after the first night I was told there was a big archery event and that the whole campground was reserved so I had to pack up and leave.

            • DThe Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Mill Creek Dispersed Camping
              Jul. 23, 2024

              Mill Creek Dispersed Camping

              Over a dozen sites

              There are lots of sites on this road. The closer you are to the road the more dust will get in your site from the vehicles passing. The road here. I went a to the second fork after the Bluff lake fork. There’s a private campground near the Bluff Lake entrance which made noises i can hear from my site which was before Bluffs lake fork. There are over a dozen sites along the main road. If you can pull in, it’s a site. Some better than others and spaced out so you may not see your neighbors from your site. 2x4 accessible as long as it’s not muddy or after snow. I saw a Prius on the trail.

            • 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.

            • C
              Camper-submitted photo from East Flats
              Jun. 28, 2024

              East Flats

              Quiet & Fresh Air

              We are here RN! It is so peaceful and the air is so fresh! Pines, and clear blue skies! What more can you ask for a few hours away from LA proper…

            • Dickie Simmons  S.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Mill Creek Dispersed Camping
              Jun. 16, 2024

              Mill Creek Dispersed Camping

              Convenient free camping just outside of town

              Great free camping when campgrounds are booked. Easy to navigate with GPS. Many large and small sites along the road. Some spots more secluded than others.  Smaller rigs, medium clearance and lite off-road capabilities recommended. Good cellular reception in my particular location.

            • Francisco F.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Mill Creek Dispersed Camping
              Jun. 8, 2024

              Mill Creek Dispersed Camping

              Beautiful Spot For 4x4, But NOT For RVs

              My husband and I were looking for good boondocking spots yesterday and we decided to check out this spot, after finding it on The Dyrt and a few other sites. It's definitely a beautiful place, and most of the road to the site is paved, but the road up to the actual spot is gravel, with lots of potholes and washboard areas, which would make it difficult for an RV. But the biggest issue for RVs is an area of the road that is very steep and immediately turns into a hairpin turn that we didn't even want to try in our 4x4, since the road is very thin and our SUV (a 2009 Nissan Pathfinder) is kind of thick. I'm sure it's probably nothing for people who are used to using their 4x4 for more than regular driving in the snow, etc., but it was too dodgy for us. There is no way that even a Class C rig would be able to take that steep incline and immediately do that sharp turn. And since there's nowhere to turn around in that spot, you'd have to back your rig down the incline and then quite a ways down the pitted, gravel road to get out of it. 

              It's full of trees and seems fairly remote, but we had 5 cars pass us as we were backing away from the incline, so it's obviously a busy spot - you wouldn't be there alone, and this was on a Thursday.

            • Alexis O.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from East Flats
              Jun. 7, 2024

              East Flats

              great spacious area

              loved this spot. easy to find & very lowkey, with ample spaces to choose from. no amenities & great cell service.

            • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Silurian Dry Lake Bed
              Mar. 28, 2024

              Silurian Dry Lake Bed

              Close to Vegas, but still outside!

              Great place to stop off the 15 on the way to where ever you're going! One other car other than us at this spot. Few other campers closer to the main road.

            • 5 STAR X P.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Razor Road Dispersed Camping
              Dec. 26, 2023

              Razor Road Dispersed Camping

              Excellent stop before Vegas

              Several firepits, leveled big area. You can continue on this dirt road to get farther from the freeway to get a quieter sleep. I dropped in very late, so I didn't want to go further exploring in the dark, but I saw campers drive further out.

            • e
              Camper-submitted photo from Holcomb Valley Climbers Camp
              Nov. 8, 2023

              Holcomb Valley Climbers Camp

              Site of gold discovery in the 1800s.

              If you’re into panning for gold you just might find some along Holcomb Creek. There are active claims in the area so be respectful. Once you leave the pavement the going gets slower along the trails. You definitely need a high clearance vehicle. There are campgrounds in the area and also yellow post campsites. There wasn’t many other vehicles around the times I’ve been out there. Nice scenery and peaceful.

            • Cyndy & Selena R.
              Camper-submitted photo from East Flats
              Jun. 19, 2023

              East Flats

              East Flats-very nice

              Camping at East Flats was great in mid-June. There are a number of campers, but remote locations are easily found. If you bring pets, be aware they may upset Rattlesnakes.

            • Sarah N.
              Camper-submitted photo from Silurian Dry Lake Bed
              Mar. 26, 2023

              Silurian Dry Lake Bed

              Weird spot

              Bit of an awkward spot to camp in my opinion. It’s pretty much an open sandy area in the town of Baker. You can hear the highway and noise from the town. If you prefer more remote areas, choose a different place. It was difficult to find in the dark as well because the coordinates provided aren’t technically in the camping area. I had to zoom in on the map to make sure I was on BLM land.

            • Madonna D.The Dyrt PRO User
              Camper-submitted photo from Silurian Dry Lake Bed
              Mar. 6, 2023

              Silurian Dry Lake Bed

              Very convenient and close to I15

              Great location for exit out of Death Valley and close to Interstate 15. Mojave Preserve closed so stayed in Baker, CA on BLM land. Simple gravel pad, quite, opposite School. Close to overhead power lines. Mad Greek Restaurant awesome for evening meal and Chevron Gas station has great bathrooms and supplies!!

            • Patrizia H.
              Camper-submitted photo from East Flats
              Feb. 20, 2023

              East Flats

              Awesome spot with internet reception!

              Many even spots even for bigger vehicles. Very quiet and I even have internet (Telekom)!

            • j
              Camper-submitted photo from Silurian Dry Lake Bed
              Nov. 1, 2022

              Silurian Dry Lake Bed

              Perfect stopover

              First night testing out a dispersed campground but once we were confident we’d found it, was perfect.

              No signs mark this spot. When you find it, is a large flat area. Literally tucked just off the road, few different entry points can be used to access it.

              We were the only ones staying the night so was a great quiet spot. Located right near town & off the main highway without being too close. Few cars at night but nothing crazy.

            • s
              Camper-submitted photo from Holcomb Valley Climbers Camp
              Apr. 25, 2022

              Holcomb Valley Climbers Camp

              OFF THE GRID

              Arriving at the campground, the deposit place, obviously on weekends we were not thrilled by everyone around us, as well as the loud noise until past the curfew. So we decided the next day to go a little further in the woods where you’re no longer in the campground base. So this is called wild camping. And that was amazing not a single sound far from everybody, off the grid.

              We went in April, and still had a little bit of snow. All the trail roads are mostly for 4 x 4 vehicles that really enjoy just going at it throughout the day. A lot of fun to witness that. The wild hikes surrounding the campground are really fun. Just remember where you camped. It seems like fires aren’t allowed during certain periods. Just be aware, we brought our own off the ground stove. And it was perfectly fine.



            Guide to Newberry Springs

            Camping near Newberry Springs, California, offers a unique blend of desert landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or a spot to explore, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

            What to do:

            • Explore Calico Ghost Town: This historic site is just a stone's throw away from Calico Ghost Town. One visitor mentioned, "The Ghost town is a fun place to walk through," making it a great spot for history buffs and families alike.
            • Rock Climbing: If you're into climbing, Sawtooth Canyon Campground is a popular destination. One camper shared, "This is also a big rock climbing destination," so bring your gear and enjoy the challenge.
            • Hiking: The area is filled with trails. A reviewer at Afton Canyon Campground noted, "The trails are soft sand, rock and river crossings," perfect for those who love to hike.

            What campers like:

            • Affordable Camping: Many campers appreciate the low fees at places like Sawtooth Canyon Campground, where one reviewer said, "This is a great BLM campground, FREE, individual sites with varying levels of privacy."
            • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers often enjoy the peacefulness of Afton Canyon Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Weekdays pretty quiet. Busy on weekends," which is great for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.
            • Clean Facilities: Cleanliness is a big plus for many. A reviewer at Shady Lane RV Camp said, "Very clean and friendly place," highlighting the good maintenance of the campground.

            What you should know:

            • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Owl Canyon Campground, have limited facilities. A camper warned, "The road to access was a bit rough but worth it," so be prepared for a bit of a trek.
            • Road Conditions: Access roads can be challenging. One visitor at Rainbow Basin/Owl Canyon Campground noted, "5 mile washboard road in! Go slow!" This is something to keep in mind if you're driving a larger vehicle.
            • No Water Supply: Many campgrounds, including Afton Canyon Campground, do not have drinking water available. A reviewer advised, "I'd advise bringing toilet paper!" so come prepared.

            Tips for camping with families:

            • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots like Barstow-Calico KOA, where one camper said, "We appreciated the pool, hammocks next to the pool," making it a great place for kids to unwind.
            • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a plan for activities. A family at Calico Ghost Town enjoyed the Easter egg hunt, saying, "Your camping fee also covers access to these type of special events."
            • Pack Snacks: Keep the kids happy with snacks. One camper at Barstow-Calico KOA mentioned, "The treats at the store" were a hit, so stock up on goodies.

            Tips from RVers:

            • Check Hookups: Make sure your campground has the right hookups. A reviewer at Newberry Mountain RV Park noted, "The pads are new concrete and level," which is great for RVs.
            • Be Mindful of Noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy. One camper at Barstow-Calico KOA said, "The interstate is loud, so it did impact a good night's sleep," so consider that when choosing your spot.
            • Plan for Limited Services: Many campgrounds, like Military Park Barstow Marine Corps Logistics Base Oasis RV Park, have limited services. A visitor mentioned, "I.D. is required to get on base," so check the rules before you go.

            Camping near Newberry Springs, California, has its quirks, but with the right preparation, it can be a fantastic experience!

            Frequently Asked Questions

            • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Newberry Springs, CA?

              According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Newberry Springs, CA is BLM Barstow - Dispersed Camp Area with a 4.7-star rating from 3 reviews.

            • What is the best site to find dispersed camping near Newberry Springs, CA?

              TheDyrt.com has all 15 dispersed camping locations near Newberry Springs, CA, with real photos and reviews from campers.