Best Dispersed Camping near McClellan Creek National Grassland

No amenities, but good boondocking spot for the night. Got lucky with cooler overnight temps in June.

Lookout parking area with no restrictions on overnight parking. Great place to see the sunrise over the canyon.

I stayed last night and had no problems except for one of the #vanlife dudes emptied his chemical toilet into the parking lot and it ran down the parking lot to where I was setting up my stuff. I plead with him to stop dumping because he was dumping for like 10 minutes. People like him are going to get these places removed.

The sleep was great. I slept most of the night in my hammock connected to the back of my truck. Bring some bug spray the mosquitoes are pretty bad.

Had wonderful stars and a beautiful sunrise.

We arrived right before sunset and there was only one other camper there. The views were so pretty and it was flat for car camping. There were a few cars that came in the middle of the night and then left, but we were there on the weekend with meteor showers so I assumed it was people stargazing. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is because there’s no bathroom, but it was a great spot!

A roadside park with two shelters. I didn't spend the night, but I didn't see any reason why someone couldn't stay. I wouldn't feel comfortable in a tent, but in an RV, I would be fine.

Be aware, this is just a highway pull off picnic area. The views are STUNNING but this isn’t exactly a campsite. Luckily, There are no signs that say “no camping”. Paved lot with picnic tables, grills, and trash cans. I don’t feel comfortable staying here for more than a night, as I’m sure during the day it gets a lot of visits from people passing through, but it was a great little spot for one night. Was not bothered by anyone. If you position your car thoughtfully, no one can see you from the road.

This place has the most amazing views! I was the only one there for the one night. The weather was great, but then the wind picked up big time at night. Maybe it was just that day, though. I had a rooftop tent that was just blowing around and was really loud which made it hard to get any sleep. If you have a small travel trailer, that would be better.

Loved it here! But the listing on here is misleading; it is actually a picnic/rest overlook area that allows car/RV camping but I’m sure no tents. There are no bathrooms or water but very nice picnic tables, trash cans, a grill, and shaded paved areas. Lots of grass and trees, dogs allowed, and a parking lot. We had one neighbor when we stayed one night and the view can’t be beat. Would definitely come back- a few people come and go and it seems to be a hidden gem.

Stayed overnight here on the way through. Looks like at some point in time. This was a pretty busy place with houses and a marina on the opposite side of the lake. There is an established campground, a little farther away from where I stayed but no sign of anyone around and they burned down fifth wheel Was the only thing there. The water level is very low, so from where I camped, I had to walk down to the lake a little bit. It’s nothing but a place to stay at the end of the day, but it was great views and pretty quiet.