Dispersed Camping
Senator Wash South Shore
Senator Wash South Shore is located near the Colorado River, featuring flat desert terrain with sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Nearby, campers can explore the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge and the Yuma Proving Ground Heritage Center.
Description
Bureau of Land Management
The recreational area is approximately 50 acres in size, flat, open with large gravel beaches providing access to the reservoir. FACILITIES PROVIDED: Two restrooms with flush toilets, outdoor showers and drinking water are available for use. Boat ramp available nearby? small watercraft can be launched from shore. FEATURES: OHV riding opportunities, fishing, camping, watchable wildlife, watercraft recreation, swimming, hiking opportunities, solitude and sightseeing. ADA Access: Restroom facilities are accessible.
Fee Info
$10 day-use; $15 overnight; $75 annually
Location
Senator Wash South Shore is located in California
Directions
Use Interstate 8 to Yuma, AZ. Take the 4th Avenue to Imperial County Road S24. Go north approximately 22 miles to Senator Wash Road. Turn left onto Senator Wash Road and follow it for approximately 3 miles to the South Mesa campground. Turn left then proceed approximately 200 yards and enter the access road on the right which leads to the reservoir.
Coordinates
32.902399324151304 N
114.49535318591141 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonFair
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
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
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Senator Wash South Shore needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 40 min from Yuma
- 1 hr 16 min from El Centro
- 2 hrs 28 min from Lake Havasu City
- 2 hrs 34 min from San Diego
