Dispersed camping at the end of a three-mile dirt road puts campers well away from crowds and noise. The Needles Lookout Trail Primitive Campsites sit at the terminus of Forest Service Road 21S05, where a pit toilet serves as the only amenity. Campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash, while those planning to cook need a fire permit in advance since no fire pits exist on site.
The setting provides ample space for camping near Camp Nelson with room to spread out among the trees. Summer nights bring cooler temperatures even during warm days. Free camping and the remote location make this spot work well for self-sufficient campers who value quiet over convenience.
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Map & DirectionsThe Needles Lookout Trail Primitive Campsites is located in California near Camp Nelson
Coordinates
36.1199515 N
118.508451 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 1 hr 43 min from Visalia, CA
- 1 hr 54 min from Hanford, CA
- 2 hrs from Bakersfield, CA
- 2 hrs 16 min from Fresno, CA
