Within BLM Land managed by the Bureau of Land Management, Ridgecrest provides dispersed camping access for drive-in visitors. This campground operates under standard BLM dispersed camping regulations, allowing stays up to 14 days before requiring relocation. The site sits on public land administered by the Ridgecrest Field Office, giving campers flexibility in choosing their specific camping spot within designated boundaries. Nearby Desert Empire Fair RV Park offers developed amenities for those preferring full hookups. The dispersed format means no reservations or facilities, requiring self-contained camping setups.
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Map & DirectionsRidgecrest is located in California near Ridgecrest
Coordinates
35.54492537 N
117.6662667 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/13/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 35 min from Bakersfield, CA
- 2 hrs 2 min from Los Angeles, CA
- 2 hrs 38 min from Visalia, CA
- 2 hrs 45 min from Hanford, CA
