BLM-managed dispersed camping along Sidewinder Road puts campers on flat, open ground in the California desert near the Arizona border. The area has no developed facilities, but the terrain accommodates large vehicles and groups without difficulty. Cell service is available, and fires, pets, and alcohol are all permitted. Sidewinder Road BLM Dispersed near Pilot Knob sits roughly a half mile south for campers who want a nearby alternative. Those using the area as a base for camping near BLM Land — El Centro Field Office will find Winterhaven and Yuma, Arizona close enough for resupply runs.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSidewinder Road Camp is located in California near Winterhaven
Coordinates
32.78135392 N
114.7538141 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/20/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/20/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
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 Sidewinder Road Camp needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 34 min from Yuma, AZ
- 53 min from El Centro, CA
- 2 hrs 10 min from San Diego, CA
- 2 hrs 56 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
