Top Cabins near Ocotillo Wells, CA

Escape into nature and disconnect from your daily life with cabin camping near Ocotillo Wells. Cabin camping is an adventurous and unique way to experience the city. You're sure to find the perfect cabin for your California cabin camping excursion.

Best Cabin Sites Near Ocotillo Wells, CA (41)

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    1. William Heise County Park

    43 Reviews
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    551 Saves
    • Pets
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    • Electric Hookups
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $24 - $34 / night

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    2. Agua Caliente County Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    61 Photos
    121 Saves

    Agua Caliente is located in the desert of central Southern California. Pitch your tent or park your RV on the white sand between cacti and Mt. San Jacinto. Close to Palm Springs, and the Mexican border. Amenities include 3 pools, hot springs, restrooms, and games.

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    3. El Prado Campground

    22 Reviews
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    242 Saves

    Overview

    Laguna Campground is a great mountain getaway just one hour east of San Diego, California in the Laguna Mountain Recreation Area. Campers can enjoy cooler temperatures, unique natural areas and an extensive trail system at this mountain facility from summer through early fall.

    Recreation

    The Laguna Mountain Recreation Area is known for great horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking trails. Visitors can get their boots dusty on the Laguna Meadow Trail system or access a segment of the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail, which runs from California to the State of Washington. Wildflowers are usually abundant in April and May on the Big Laguna Trail, which takes visitors past Big Laguna Lake. In wet years there is water in Big Laguna Lake by December or January and ducks and other birds can be found. The trail presents a number of options to the user. A return to the trailhead parking can be made by cutting through the Laguna Campground or by taking the Pacific Crest Trail north. Families can learn about the area's flora and fauna by attending educational programs at the facility's amphitheater. Or for history buffs, the El Prado Cabin located at nearby El Prado Campground, is the first ranger cabin built in the Cleveland National Forest in 1911. The San Diego State University Observatory also sponsors "Star Parties" for campers most Saturday evenings during the summer (schedule can be obtained at the nearby visitor center or by calling 619-473-8547).

    Natural Features

    The campground sits at an elevation of 6,000 ft. in the Laguna Mountains. It is forested with pines and oaks that provide plenty of shade, in addition to a meadow. The area is home to many species of birds, as well as the endangered Laguna Skipper butterfly. Little Laguna lake is located just a short distance from the campground and is an excellent hiking destination for photographers and visitors looking to explore the area.

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    • Tents

    $35 / night

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    4. Paso Picacho Campground

    23 Reviews
    43 Photos
    395 Saves

    10/19/2020 Please visit website for current restrictions due to COVID Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire ring. Restrooms with flush toilets and pay showers are in the campground. Water faucets a located every few campsites. There are no hookups. Each campground has a dump station. Firewood and ice may be purchased at the camps. Interpretive programs are offered during the summer season. Campsites are $30 per night. Reservations are necessary for weekends April through October. The camping fee includes one motorized vehicle. Extra vehicles are $10 per night. There is a limit of 8 persons per campsite. Dogs are allowed but are restricted to the campgrounds, picnic areas, and paved roads and Cuyamaca Peak Fire Road. They may not be left unattended. Reservations may be made through ReserveCaliforniaTM at 1-800-444-PARK. Environmental backpack in or horseback ride in camps are also available. Granite Springs and Arroyo Seco Environmental camps are open on first come, first serve. Both have chemical toilets, non-potable water, corrals and tent sites.

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    $40 - $250 / night

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    5. Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District

    11 Reviews
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    383 Saves

    About an hour's drive from San Diego, Lake Cuyamaca is a picture-book 110 acre lake that is proof positive that good things come in small packages. Situated at an elevation of 4600 feet in an Oak and Pine forest, it is surrounded on three sides by the 26,000 acre Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, which is 52% wilderness. Lake Cuyamaca is the perfect getaway for one day or up to ten nights. Few places in San Diego County offer the pristine views that greet your eyes wherever they may wander! Stocked with over 38,000 lbs. of trout annually, Lake Cuyamaca is the only San Diego lake that is able to stock trout all year long. Other species of fish include Florida bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, crappie, bluegill and sturgeon. There are no dump-stations at Lake Cuyamaca. The nearest dump-station is located about 3 miles away at Paso Picacho State Park Campround. No body contact with the water is allowed. Lake Cuyamaca is a drinking water source for San Diego.

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    6. KQ Ranch Resort

    9 Reviews
    17 Photos
    25 Saves
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    7. Oasis Palms RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    19 Photos
    6 Saves
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    8. The Springs at Borrego RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    45 Photos
    38 Saves
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    9. Lake Hemet Campground

    38 Reviews
    125 Photos
    310 Saves
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    • Reservable
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    $45 / night

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    10. Dos Picos County Park

    31 Reviews
    85 Photos
    261 Saves
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Recent Cabin Reviews In Ocotillo Wells

351 Reviews of 41 Ocotillo Wells Campgrounds


  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 22, 2024

    Dos Picos County Park

    Harassing Ranger

    I have never had a bad experience at a camp ground with any ranger. They have all been wonderful. Not at this park. My registration tags went to my home so I did not have current tags. I had to have a family member collect my mail and forward to me on my travels so it was delayed. I did have a receipt which I was required to provide. However, the ranger barged into my campsite in a huff, treated me as if I were vomiting a crime and demanded my receipt on the spot in front of all. It was quite over the top. Later the same man barged back into my campsite throwing accusations at me that I hadn’t paid my measly $4.00 parking fee and breaking the rules of the park. He had the nerve to argue with me after I explained that in fact I had paid. He backed down after realizing I had. He then returned to harass us for the kids using chalk. There were kids from several campsites using chalk. We apologized and made them clean it up, no big deal. But the ranger was didn’t simply ask for it to be cleaned. He was threatening and confrontational. I dealt with one other ranger here who was quite nice and helpful but this other was awful. I discovered I was not the only one to have this experience here. I would recommend Sweetwater or Lake Jennings in San Diego area or Aqua Caliente where they are quite friendly. Yikes this was horrible

  • Kate
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    Sep. 21, 2024

    Chiriaco Summit Dry Camp Area

    free camping outside joshua tree

    i loved camping here! the campsites are pretty close together but only a few others were there when we visited so we were spaced out. the first campsite we chose had a few pretty big ant hills so we moved to another which had none. wood fires are allowed. the stars were absolutely beautiful at night! you are near the highway so you will get headlights shining towards you occasionally but it was overall still pretty dark and quiet. no amenities but you’re within a half mile of a cute family restaurant and gift shop, the general patton museum, and a gas station. when you first drive into the campground, you will pass some old tanks. keep going until you see the campground sign. i had an amazing time camping here with my dog and my friend. i hope to come back here with my family sometime!!

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 14, 2024

    Coachella Lakes RV Resort

    Fabulous!

    This is quite a resort! It’s huge! When we stayed here in late December they had just been open for about 2 months or so, and most of the spots weren’t even open for use yet. There was construction going on when we were there, so I’m sure they’re fully open by now. 

    This place has everything you could want in an RV park. Everything was new and sleek and modern and well designed. The price was average, I guess, though still much too expensive for us. Luckily they participate in Passport America and we got the 50% discount, so our FHU pull through site came to $52 with taxes and fees, so roughly double that for the full price. I believe the spots that will be opening up that are further away from all the amenities will be cheaper. Their laundry room uses an app payment system only, which is nice in that you don’t need quarters, but you need to download the app and then load money on to your account in set amounts, so we were left with an unused $1.50 after our 2 loads. Dryers work great. Dogs get a cute little goodie bag with a little bandana, poop bags and a bag holder for the leash, and a tennis ball. Eventually the dog park will have its own section of RV spots called K9 Corner. So cute! 

    There’s a nice shop at the front desk where you check in, and staff is super friendly. There is onsite propane fill as well. Their club house has a nice pool, 2 hot tubs, a nice gym, and really nice and open hangout area and work area, a little kitchen area, and a game room. Everything is really nice and artfully decorated. They also have activities on weekends so you get a real community feel if you stay here for a long time. We were definitely in the lower tier of RVs in our humble scratched up class C, surrounded by really nice expensive class As, but we still felt comfortable and welcomed. Highly recommend this place- as long as they stay in the Passport America program we’ll go back when we’re in the area.

  • Glen C.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Jul. 8, 2024

    Rio Bend RV & Golf Resort

    Perfect for Snow Birds and winter get-aways

    We have stayed here a few times now.  The best times are during the fall and winter months as the park welcomes back its community of Snow Birds coming from Canada and the northern US.  During those times the atmosphere in the evening is always festive, often with live music and an outdoor bar.  The staff are pleasant and accommodating.   It is also a pretty good overnight spot if you are passing through in the summer, but the temperatures in this area soar during the summer and are frequently above 110 degrees.  During summer time the pool becomes too warm to be refreshing, and the restaurant and bar are closed.  The rates are much lower in the summer.  This is also one of the few parks that accepts Passport America all days of the week.  Note that Passport America discounts cannot be used with pull-through sites.  The sites are fairly spacious and generally separated by hedges so you are not looking directly at your neighbor's rig.  Scenery around the park is beautiful any time of year, and for those who enjoy the RV Resort lifestyle the only reason to go out of the park during the snow bird season is for groceries.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
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    May. 23, 2024

    Coachella Lakes RV Resort

    Country Club Level Resort

    This campground is a luxury resort with immaculate ground keeping and facilities. The pool and hot tub were outstanding as well as the opportunities for fishing, golf putt, putt, and more if you’re in the area, this was a price performer for sure.

  • Dickie Simmons  S.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Apr. 29, 2024

    Lake Henshaw Resort

    Inexpensive camping w/toliets and shower

    Just passing through, perfect spot for the night. Showers a bit run down but plenty of hot water. Great location for easy access to fishing. Friendly staff. Store stocked with fishing gear, snacks and booze.

  • Tina M.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Apr. 26, 2024

    Thousand Trails Palm Springs

    Great location and campground

    Yes it's not the easiest to park but it's also not that bad. 45ft toy hauler and we didn't have any issues. Great location, great weather, sites are close but we found everyone to be friendly. No issues with starlink and loved the heated pool in January! Will be back

  • Albert D.
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    Apr. 23, 2024

    San Diego Mountain Lodge

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  • A
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    Apr. 20, 2024

    GoodVibes Ranch & Farm

    More like Glamping than Camping!

    Let me first off say that the property is beautiful and that my hosts Carolyn and Bernie were very accommodating and had great energy.  Plenty of room for beautiful hikes on their many acres of land packed with some great views a few decks scattered around the property.  I found out they have a full size professional disc golf course here! I don’t bring my discs, but Carolyn and Bernie happily lent me some discs so I could try it out. 

    Now to the Glamping- now I been camping a bunch, the reason I say that this is glamping is that they have actual running water flushable toilets and outdoor hot showers!  I can’t tell you how excited I was lol, it really upleveled the whole camping experience. They also have an industrial kitchen as well as an outdoor bar where they have very fairly priced beer and wine. Did I mention they have a full size professional pool table? Turns out Bernie and Carolyn are professional pool players too! This place is awesome! I will definitely be coming back again again to relax. I live in sd so it’s only about 35-40min drive from my place.  Thank you so much Carolyn and Bernie for such a great experience!!

  • D
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    Apr. 20, 2024

    GoodVibes Ranch & Farm

    Love This place!

    Beautiful nature getaway! Only 30 mins East of San Diego. 150 acres of beautiful pristine land. Gorgeous oaks shading our camp site. Loved the kitties & the ranch doggies. Went for a hike. Saw lots of flowers, a seasonal creek, sage, views of the valley & nearby mountain. Played some pool. The disk golf course is on the awesome hike I took. They have live music on the weekends. And 3 huge custom stone showers with natural spring water & full bathrooms with sinks & flushing toilets.

  • Danny T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Henshaw Resort
    Mar. 1, 2024

    Lake Henshaw Resort

    Not bad but not great

    Spaces are very close together. The camp store was closed and the camp host was a little strange. I know that can be the case often but I didn’t want to have Covid vivid conspiracy conversations. Not a spot I would have a desire TK go back to

  • Bill R.
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    Feb. 27, 2024

    Agua Caliente County Park Campground

    A funky little San Diego County campground with a hot spring

    Camped here for three nights in March of 2019, in one of the partial hookup sites close to the pool. According to the map of the CG, there are 104 sites and 7 cabins. Partial hookups are closest to the pool/shower area, with full hookups and cabins farther back and tent sites in the middle.  

    it seemed to be a well run facility. It was cool, cloudy and wet from recent rains when we were there and our site had a tiny stream running through it. Some sites, including ours, were not too level. The pool was not what I'd call "hot", probably in the mid to high 90s. 

    There's a couple short trails in the park, we hiked Moonlight Canyon. We really enjoyed it!! A bit like a lunar landscape with wild desert plants and flowers. The highlight was seeing some desert bighorn sheep!

    A small store sits just outside the park entrance and though it was small, it seemed to have at least one of everything you could possibly need, including my favorite Colorado  beer, Fat Tire!!

    This park has a lot of rules, some quite unusual. Probably a good idea to familiarize yourself with them before you head out.

  • Tamara K.
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    Feb. 23, 2024

    Lake Morena County Park

    We WILL return!!!!

    We stayed 2/17/24-2/22/24 at spot 77. Great, huge shade tree!!! Level. 

    Clean bathrooms!! Flush toilets & 2 shower stalls.

    The Rangers were kind & helpful!

    Fire wood is $6/bundle that is purchased from the ranger station. Cash only.

    Showers are pay showers. .50/4mins.

    There must have been 100 wild turkeys that cruised thru the camp ground a few times. Pretty epic sight!! 

    During this time of year, chilly nights but beautiful days. We did get rained on for a day but nothing horrible.

    Oh, fires out by 11. They’re pretty strict about that time if the camp ground is busy but if it’s not, they leave you alone. I sat out after my kids went to bed til around midnight with my fire & it was heaven. Poured water on my fire & went to bed. Perfect evening!!

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dos Picos County Park
    Feb. 16, 2024

    Dos Picos County Park

    Great campground off the beaten path

    Second time here, booked to be close to the San Diego zoo safari park. This is a very well run county park.

  • Steve R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Chiriaco Summit Dry Camp Area
    Feb. 14, 2024

    Chiriaco Summit Dry Camp Area

    Fantastic find

    I have camped here off my motorcycle on three different trips May, and October. It can be hot and there are not amenities at the campground itself but restaurants, gas, and a convenience store are close by. See the museum while you're there. It's a fascinating piece of history.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Glamis North Hot Springs Resort
    Feb. 13, 2024

    Glamis North Hot Springs Resort

    Needs maintenance

    4bars of T-Mobile and 2 bars on AT&T. It’s currently $50 for a night which includes the hot spring.

    The lots are dirt and uneven. The water on many lots are leaking or with broken fixtures. It’s pretty quiet and I’m here for 2 nights.

  • Patrick J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from The Springs at Borrego RV Resort
    Feb. 6, 2024

    The Springs at Borrego RV Resort

    A great desert glamping destination

    When we arrived, check in was quick and were escorted to our site. Our friends had arrived already and told us the site next them was open. The man who escorted us made a quick call and made the change.

    The concrete pads are really long. I will leave a picture. This allowed us to have both the trailer and the truck on the pad. Not the perpendicular park job we are all used to. 

    It raining all day the following day and we were getting emergency alerts on the phone for dangerous flooding. The RV park has no drainage problem at all. The park is incredibly clean and well maintained.

    We did play a couple of days on the golf course there. The course was in excellent shape. Green a bit slow. :-)

    The pool area with all the activities available was a nice option. One night they had live music in that center. 

    This is a fun place to be for sure. Lots of hiking places near by. We will be back!

  • Karen S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Palm Springs Thousand Trails
    Dec. 26, 2023

    Palm Springs Thousand Trails

    Nice pool and great location

    This is one of my favorite Thousand Trails. The pool is really nice and the grounds beautiful with all the date palm trees. We've met other nice campers and there are families with kids and retirees. The City of Palm Desert has a beautiful public park with pickle ball and lake. Great dining and shopping in the area. Lots of hikes and recreation areas.'

  • Rachel M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Glamis North Hot Springs Resort
    Dec. 16, 2023

    Glamis North Hot Springs Resort

    If you are around the San Jacinto Mts, CA, these Hot Springs are a MUST!

    What an amazing place with friendly staff. Go check out them out!! I really loved the ease of their website and reserving a spot. The check in is just as easy because you click on a link from the confirmation email sent from the reservation. Staff are always available, but never bother you. The bathrooms and showers are very clean and the hot springs tubs are nice and comfortable. There are also 3 pools, 1 hot springs and the other 2 are cold. It's definitely nice in the winter because you can do a cold soak then warm up in the hot springs. There are also dunes and ATV rentals, unless you have your own. It is definitely a homey hot springs resort with a positive vibe! Check out www.glamisnorth.com

  • H
    Camper-submitted photo from Sea View Estates Spa & RV Park, LLC
    Dec. 8, 2023

    Sea View Estates Spa & RV Park, LLC

    New ownership , more problems

    So it’s no new news that the park has been sold and along with doing so the previous owner decided to replace the current manager Debra who in my opinion was overworked and definitely more than likely under paid considering who her boss was . My point here is why would anyone sell a place and replace their manager who did and does way more than job description. It seems as with every other business he’s sold in the community in recent years k owing it was going to be an epic failure and he’s wind back up with the business, that he has it changed his business model why sell a park and the incoming owners has to deal with a place they know nothing about or the ins and outs or the people and except to not have tons more of problems with a new hired manager who don’t know either , of course he won’t get this business back but just doesn’t seem ethical or business worthy to do so . If the new owners had this kind of thinking they’d be smart to rehire or keep if possible current management. Just my opinion it don’t matter cause I no longer am a resident of that poor town but still love the place

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Palm Springs
    Oct. 31, 2023

    Thousand Trails Palm Springs

    RV HOA

    We got there and were told to just find a spot. We started to back into a spot and began hooking up but realized the power isn’t working. We check the other spaces around us they didn’t have power either. It was so frustrating that I called the office and they came out to fix the problem. In the process they told us that our trailer had to be at a 45 degree angle and our truck had to be parked on the left of our trailer not the right. Such a hassle to do anything and such strict rules for a facility that is run down. Luckily we were only staying the night. Would never book this place again.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hemet Campground
    Sep. 22, 2023

    Lake Hemet Campground

    Busy

    We booked a few days here on our 2 month trip to be able to relax in a nice campground, but we were a bit disappointed.

    Toilets and shower were not very nice, you do not get much privacy as the sites are quite close to each other, and it is super busy, a lot of people around. Even during the day it is quite noisy.

    Location is good though, and it is nice to be up here in summer as the temperature is a bit better.

  • Candy H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dos Picos County Park
    Sep. 14, 2023

    Dos Picos County Park

    Quiet Park Near San Diego

    The county park is quiet and peaceful. During the week I’m 1 of about 4 campers. It has filled up on the weekends with mostly families and scout troops. It is a mix of RV and tent campsites.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from El Prado Campground
    Sep. 14, 2023

    El Prado Campground

    Peaceful and well maintained grounds

    Me and my husband camped here for about five days we are in spot 42 lots of room back in plus pull in spots full hook ups has paddle boats fishing and spots to walk your dog

  • Pablo L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hemet Campground
    Aug. 29, 2023

    Lake Hemet Campground

    Great Time!

    Visited the last 2 weeks of August. Great place for family and kids. Affordable. Campsite #295. You can fit two 10' x10' canopies to cover the bench table, and fit 2 individual tents (4-6 person) OR a bigger 12p tent however you decide to position it. It has its own Fire pit. Different campgrounds for all chosen methods (Tent, RV, Glamping, etc..) There's restrooms you can use. There's showers you can pay per use. The swim zone isn't too far from this campsite, 5-10 min walk w/ no accessories. If you have little ones, you can take them with a wagon but I'd recommend just driving your car with a few items to the zone. Bring your own shade for this campsite, your own water too. The marketplace is near the entrance BUT they only sell individual waters (No 48 pack types). You'll definitely hear your neighbors snore at night after a long day LOL.. quiet hours are from 10pm - 8am. Overall, this is a great spot. If you're lucky to snag other spots with trees covering you then great but this is still a good campsite. Happy camping! ... Oh yeah, T-Mobile no service up there (apparently Verizon, AT&T do)



Guide to Ocotillo Wells

Camping near Ocotillo Wells, California, offers a unique blend of desert landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking to explore the rugged terrain or just relax under the stars, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Off-roading: The Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area is a hotspot for off-road enthusiasts. One camper shared, "Great Area to take your OHVs. Season starts around Halloween and ends in May for Red stickers."
  • Hiking: Explore the nearby trails for stunning views and wildlife. A visitor noted, "The campground is very close to the park. Very clean. Beautiful views."
  • Stargazing: The clear desert skies make for incredible stargazing opportunities. One camper remarked, "What an amazing place. Just be sure to pack what you need as there is very few bathrooms and it gets really cold at night."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review highlighted, "Bathrooms were clean; some are pit toilets and others are flush and even have showers."
  • Scenic views: Campers love the beautiful landscapes surrounding the campgrounds. One camper said, "Amazing place to come for the day but also perfect spot for camping. It’s breathtakingly beautiful."
  • Family-friendly atmosphere: The campgrounds are often filled with families enjoying the outdoors. A visitor mentioned, "I love camping here, restrooms are close driving distance from our campsite. View of BlowSand, desert, mail road."

What you should know:

  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Blair Valley Primitive Campground, do not have drinking water or electric hookups. A camper noted, "It is a peaceful dispersed campground. Wide open great views."
  • Wildlife: Be aware of the local wildlife, including coyotes and desert bighorn sheep. One camper shared, "Saw some coyotes pass by my camp."
  • Weather: Temperatures can drop significantly at night, so be prepared. A visitor cautioned, "It gets really cold at night. But the sunsets and the off-roading made it worth it!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for family comfort. A camper mentioned, "The sites we had were located on a slight hill. The tent pad sites were slightly slanted."
  • Plan for activities: Bring along games and outdoor gear to keep kids entertained. One family shared, "The terrain of the campground is ideal for kids. Trees, hills, and large rocks for the kids to climb on."
  • Pack extra supplies: Since some campgrounds have limited amenities, it's wise to bring extra water and snacks. A camper noted, "We had a few roadrunners and thrashers that hung out in our campsite and dozens of small birds with the bushes around."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground's site dimensions. A visitor advised, "There are not many spaces for big rigs, but lots if you’re in the 20’ range."
  • Be prepared for dry camping: Some campgrounds, like Culp Valley Primitive Campground, do not have water hookups. A camper mentioned, "Lux primitive camping since the drop toilets were great and the spots are roomy with fire rings."
  • Bring cash for firewood: If you plan to buy firewood at the campground, be ready to pay cash. One camper shared, "Firewood is cash only. It's not bad 3 bundles for $20."

Camping near Ocotillo Wells, California, offers a fantastic escape into nature, with plenty of activities and beautiful scenery to enjoy. Just remember to plan ahead and be prepared for the unique desert environment!

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