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BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire

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BLM Dispersed Camping West of Valley of Fire, near Overton, Nevada, offers a rugged escape for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without the frills of traditional campgrounds. This area is perfect for campers who appreciate the freedom of dispersed camping, with plenty of open space and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Visitors often highlight the proximity to the Valley of Fire, making it an ideal base for exploring the park's vibrant red rock formations. The area is accessible for various vehicles, and while it can get windy, many campers find the experience rewarding, especially with the chance to spot wildlife like Bighorn Sheep.

Amenities are minimal, so be prepared for a true back-to-basics experience. There are no drinking water sources or restrooms, but the lack of crowds and the ability to set up camp wherever you like are major draws. As one camper noted, “It’s very open so it gets windy in a tent,” but the spaciousness allows for a sense of privacy that many appreciate.

For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, there are numerous dirt roads leading to potential camping spots, and the area is known for its beautiful views and quiet atmosphere. Just keep an eye out for scattered glass and other debris, as some spots can be a bit messy. Whether you're camping in a van or pitching a tent, this location is a solid choice for those seeking solitude and natural beauty close to the Valley of Fire.

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BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire is located in Nevada

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36.41371584162892 N
114.6169458664862 W

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  • 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.


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18 Reviews

Reviewed Nov. 27, 2023

Dispersed camping struggles

This spot is about 4 miles from the more frequented and popular dispersed camping spot. This spot has at least 4 to 5 fire ring spots but a lot of garbage. Not a good place if you are looking to level a 20’ plus camper. We ended driving west about another 4 miles to the more “formal” dispersed camping on BLM.

Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Feb. 4, 2023

Close to the park and easy to find a spot

Stayed here the first few nights in February 2023, the road was easily passable even in a sedan, no worse than any country dirt road! Only trash were the stray piece of glass. It’s very open so it gets windy in a tent. Also a plus for me, there were enough other campers that I felt safe as a woman camping alone but wasn’t so busy that you couldn’t have privacy.

Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Isabel H., February 4, 2023
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Isabel H., February 4, 2023
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Isabel H., February 4, 2023
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Reviewed Oct. 24, 2022

Close to valley of fire

There is a number of dirt roads that offer sites before you get to spot marked on map. Beautiful views. Road doesn’t have much for traffic. Can get windy.

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Eric G., October 24, 2022
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2022

Lots of Spots Along This Road

We stayed a bit closer to Valley of Fire than this spot, at 36.414344,-114.605350.
It's basically a big pullout along the road but it's fine for an overnight. After we got there two more vans pulled up later in the evening and there was plenty of room for everyone. There is a little dirt road that continues down, and we walked it but wouldn't recommend driving it unless you have a 4x4 and high clearance. The spots down there aren't that great anyway, they're tiny and hilly.

But the whole area has plenty of boondock opportunities so check it out on Google Earth or satellite and proceed at your vehicle's ability. Great place to stay the night before heading into Valley of Fire.

Ok cell reception for both Verizon and att.

Site36.414344,-114.605350
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Laura M., October 9, 2022
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Laura M., October 9, 2022
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Reviewed May. 18, 2022

Free Alternative Outside the Park

Hard to find and notice on the side of the road, I drove past it a couple times after I couldn't find an open site in the park. It's very bumpy but you don't need 4wd. Not super pretty and you might struggle to find spots flat enough for a tent, but at least it's free! Although, there are lots of shattered bottles in certain spots so be wary.

I slept in my van both nights and it worked out great as we were like 5 minutes from the park entrance; worth it if you're sleeping in your car!

I believe you'll find bigger and more comfortable spots further West though, such as:

https://thedyrt.com/camping/nevada/valley-of-fire-dispersed

Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Feb. 3, 2022

Close to Valley of Fire

The best part about this spot is it’s proximity of Valley of Fire. There are lots of dirt roads for dispersed camping miles before the actual mark listed on Dyrt. You’ll prob see campers off to the right as you get close to the mtns on your way in, so no need to go all the way to where this dispersed site is pinned. Can get quite cold and windy at night but wasn’t too bad when we were here. There seems to be plenty of space so you’re able to find a spot away from others if that’s your goal. We Spent two nights here in different spots and had no issues. We’re able to fill our water in Valley of Fire dump station as well 👍🏼

Month of VisitFebruary
Reviewed Oct. 13, 2021

Better than valley of fire

Couldn’t get a site at valley of fire but this place is great. About 5 other campers in this dirt road. Can navigate with 2 wheeler vehicles but pretty bumpy. The surroundings are awesome. Great dispersed camping

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Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed May. 13, 2021

Beautiful area!

Being on the outskirts is just as beautiful! We saw Bighorn Sheep and got to explore Valley of Fire.

Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Brittany N., May 13, 2021
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Reviewed May. 6, 2021

Excellent place to camp next to the Valley of Fire

It's a really great place to camp very close to the Valley of Fire.  There is a store with a restaurant and gas station about 6-8 miles down the main road. (depending on where you put your camp) The last time I camped here it was extremely windy so it has motivated me to move to a canvas tent although my tent held up, surprisingly.  

It was really quiet, there were other people around but nobody was being loud or anything.  I don't think I'd recommend camping here much past the beginning of May as there is no shade and it heats up during the day.  

I camped here this past week for 4 nights and it was splendid.  I didn't see or hear any coyotes.  But we did have a brief issue with bees being attracted to any water we were using.

Most people camp pretty close to the main road, but if you follow the dirt road down a little further there are some really private sites that are much nicer and it didn't seem like you needed a high clearance vehicle to get back there.

  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Jamie H., May 6, 2021
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Jamie H., May 6, 2021
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Jamie H., May 6, 2021
Reviewed May. 3, 2021

Great spot with cell reception

There was multiple other rigs parked overnight. Everyone was quiet and respectful. It’s just a dirt road with areas to pull off. Located right off of Valley of Fire Hwy.

Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Nikita , May 3, 2021
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Reviewed Apr. 20, 2021

Easy to find

Easy to find, very dispersed. Just look for any dirt road and you’re good!

Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Apr. 9, 2021

No vacancy

We went and we u pull up there is a whole village back there no room to park was not able to find the two surrounding spots on the dyrt maps with camping spots either.

Reviewed Mar. 27, 2021

Great spot even on busy weekends

Such a good tucked away little spot! Had no problem on a Thursday and a Friday night getting a spot. I have a Prius and just backed into the spot near the old dryer that was used for target practice. No good space for a tent (and not exactly serene wilderness), but if you can sleep in your car/van/truck, it's a good spot away from others. Several spots along the dirt road in with fire pits. I tried to get up the hill on my first night-definitely need 4wd. Be careful if you have low clearance here. I was fine, but drive very slowly!

  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Katie K., March 27, 2021
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Katie K., March 27, 2021
Reviewed Mar. 19, 2021

Works!

There are about five pull off spots but it’s still pretty spacious. I could hear the cars driving on the highway through the night though

  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Cera F., March 19, 2021
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Cera F., March 19, 2021
Reviewed Dec. 6, 2020

Right before you enter the gate

So you will start to see people parked and tons of dispersed camping. If you ever strike out on a spot this is the perfect area.. obviously, it's dispersed to you get none of the amenities but it's right outside the state park entrance and it's all you need. Plus people have fire pits set up so you can enjoy a nice fire. Great spot for sure.

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Reviewed Oct. 30, 2020

Private boondocking site away from the clusters of other RVs

We couldn't get a spot inside Valley of Fire State Park so we decided to boondock on the BLM land outside the park. We knew there were plenty of spots but a lot were out in the open where everyone can see you. We wanted a bit of privacy and wanted to feel like we were out in nature not just parked in an empty desert. We decided to go searching for a better option and went down a dirt road, crossing our fingers. Lo and behold we found what we feel is a primo campsite! It's just outside the park of a dirt road. The coordinates are 36.413656-114.616805 and there's actually 2-3 spots back there. The first one is the easiest for bigger rigs or regular cars. The other two are up steep, sandy hills that are more suitable for a Jeep or ATV. There are rock fire pits(but be careful about fire restrictions) to designate the camping areas. It's private with hills all around. You can faintly hear the road and if you need better cell reception hike up one of the hills. It's a fantastic private spot that felt remote and special. The ONLY negative we encountered was trash. We did a sweep and picked up a lot of broken glass bottles, some aluminum cans, a bunch of bullet casings, and other trash. And nearby there's an old washer or dryer that someone dumped and used for target practice. We didn't clean that up because obviously, that's just too big. Anyway, the spot is so close to Valley of Fire you can just head on into the park for hiking and day use or head back out to the freeway for more supplies. For us, this spot was absolutely perfect and we had zero troubles, but I can imagine if it rains or shortly after it's been raining that this particular spot might be terrible. DO NOT CAMP HERE IF RAIN IS IN THE FORECAST.

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of BLM dispersed camping west of Valley of Fire by Elaine V., October 30, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the rules for dispersed camping on BLM land around Las Vegas?

When dispersed camping on BLM land near Valley of Fire, you can stay for free but should practice Leave No Trace principles. Many areas have existing fire rings that you can use. The camping spots are first-come, first-served with no reservations needed. You must pack out all trash, and proper waste disposal is essential as human waste has been an issue in some areas. Camping is permitted along multiple dirt roads, and you can generally set up wherever you find a suitable pull-off. There are no amenities, so bring everything you need including water. The area can get extremely windy, so secure your equipment properly.

Where can I find free BLM camping near Las Vegas?

Free BLM camping is available west of Valley of Fire State Park, about an hour from Las Vegas. This area offers multiple dirt roads with dispersed camping opportunities. Look for pullouts along Valley of Fire Highway where you'll notice other campers. Many spots are available before reaching the main dispersed area marked on maps. The terrain varies with some sites offering more privacy than others. While some areas are exposed, you can find more secluded spots if you explore the dirt roads. This location provides a convenient free alternative when Valley of Fire State Park campgrounds are full.

Is boondocking allowed near Las Vegas city limits?

Boondocking is permitted outside Las Vegas, with the BLM land west of Valley of Fire being a popular option. While not immediately within city limits, this area provides accessible free camping within reasonable driving distance from Las Vegas. You'll find multiple vehicles parked overnight in this area, with campers respecting each other's space. The camping area features dirt roads with various pull-offs suitable for vans, RVs, and other vehicles. For convenience, there's a store with a restaurant and gas station 6-8 miles down the main road, depending on your camping location.

How can I find a BLM dispersed camping map for the Las Vegas area?

For BLM dispersed camping maps near Las Vegas, check the official Bureau of Land Management website or visit their field office in Las Vegas for detailed information. When heading to the Valley of Fire area specifically, look for dirt roads branching off Valley of Fire Highway. Many camping spots are visible from the highway as you'll see other campers pulled off. Areas around coordinates 36.414344,-114.605350 offer good pullouts. You can identify camping opportunities by looking for any dirt road off the highway. No special maps are needed as the sites are easy to spot - simply drive until you see other campers or suitable pullouts.