Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Barstow, CA
Barstow, CA, nestled in the heart of the Mojave Desert, offers a diverse array of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts of all types. For RV lovers, the Barstow RV Park provides full-hookup sites with convenient amenities, situated just minutes from attractions like the Route 66 Museum and Calico Ghost Town. Tent campers can relish the serene landscapes at Mojave National Preserve, where shaded spots near Kelso Dunes beckon with breathtaking sunsets and star-studded night skies. For the more adventurous, dispersed camping in areas like the Mojave Desert allows for a more rugged experience, complete with stunning vistas and solitude among Joshua trees. Each camping option offers a chance to explore the unique geography of the region, including high desert peaks and sandy washes teeming with wildlife. Plan your trip to Barstow to enjoy the perfect blend of comfort, adventure, and natural beauty in one of California's most iconic desert landscapes.
Owl Canyon Campground in San Bernardino County is located 56 min north of Apple Valley, CA with an elevation of 3,054 feet. There are a total of 31 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Prices start at $6.00 per night. Some amenities include accessible, playground, restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Afton Canyon Campground in San Bernardino County is located 1 hr 9 min northeast of Apple Valley, CA with an elevation of 1,406 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Prices start at $6.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include ohv trails nearby.
Mesa Campground is part of Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area in California (just 20 min south of Hesperia, CA) with an elevation of 3,455 feet. There are a total of 129 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 37 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $45.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Saddleback Butte Campground is part of Saddleback Butte State Park in California (31 min east of Palmdale, CA) with an elevation of 2,598 feet. There are a total of 37 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, accessible, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Council Group Campground is located in the Mountaintop Ranger District, San Bernardino National Forest (31 min northeast of Yucaipa, CA) with an elevation of 6,293 feet. The site is normally open from mid March to the end of October. Prices start at $243.00 per night. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
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