Joshua trees dot the landscape around this dispersed camping area located off Wee Thump Road, about 1.5 miles from the highway. Campers access multiple established sites via a dirt road that accommodates both sedans and larger RVs, though the surface shows ruts that require careful navigation. The Bureau of Land Management maintains this primitive camping area where visitors can stay up to 14 days at no cost.
Sites spread across the desert terrain offer space for any size vehicle, with some featuring existing stone fire rings left by previous campers. Mountain views extend in multiple directions, while Joshua trees provide occasional shade during the day. Cell service reaches most areas, particularly for Verizon users. Road noise from the nearby state route remains minimal, though some light pollution affects nighttime visibility.
The area attracts campers seeking solitude, with Jeremy E. noting "It was extremely quiet! We barely saw another human the entire time we were there." However, the location does see occasional day use from hikers and off-road vehicle tours. Wind can pick up significantly, so securing gear becomes important. The nearest supplies and fuel are available in Searchlight BLM, about 20-25 minutes away by vehicle.
This spot works well for self-sufficient campers comfortable with primitive conditions who want quick access from Las Vegas or Los Angeles without developed amenities.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBLM Knob Hill Primitive Camping is located in Nevada near Searchlight
Directions
Highway 95 South to White County sign for Nelson turnoff. Take the road 2 miles east to Power Line Road, continue east 4 miles to granite outcropping
Coordinates
35.53081753 N
115.06217582 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/7/26- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 5/7/26
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
- Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/7/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 5/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
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 8 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 1 hr 37 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
- 2 hrs 36 min from St. George, UT
- 3 hrs 26 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
