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Cahuilla Ranger Station
Cahuilla Ranger Station, located off Gecko Road, serves as a hub for purchasing dunes permits, gathering information, and accessing medical aid, operating from mid-October to mid-April. The BLM plans to replace the aging station with a modern faci...
Gecko Campground
Gecko Campground is the largest campground in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area, featuring both a north and south loop. The campground has paved roads and multiple vault toilets available for visitors.
Roadrunner Campground
Roadrunner Campground is the second largest campground, featuring a spacious loop of paved roads. It includes two vaulted toilets for convenience.
Keyhole Campground
Keyhole Campground is the smallest campground in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area. It features a paved "keyhole" layout, accommodating large groups or a few small groups for camping.
Buttercup Ranger Station
Buttercup Ranger Station is situated off Grey's Well Road near Interstate 8. It provides services such as dune permit sales, information, and medical assistance. The station operates from Friday to Sunday, mid-October to mid-April, during peak vis...
Glamis North
Cottonwood Campground
Cottonwood Campground, nestled among live oaks in southeastern San Diego County, offers a peaceful setting ideal for day hikes and overnight backpacking. Located in the McCain Valley Resource Conservation Area, it features 25 developed campsites w...
Wooded Hill Group
Wooded Hill Group Campground is a mountain retreat near San Diego, accommodating groups of up to 110 people. It features cooler temperatures, unique natural areas, and an extensive trail system. Ideal for outdoor gatherings, the campground is open...
Horse Heaven Group
Horse Heaven Group Campground is a tent-only facility that can host up to 100 people, offering a mountain retreat for city dwellers. Located one hour east of San Diego, it provides cool summer temperatures and opportunities for hiking and outdoor ...
From $60/night
American Legion Post 853
From $1/night
El Prado Group
El Prado Group Campground, located in the Laguna Mountain Recreation Area just an hour east of San Diego, offers a refreshing mountain escape. Campers can experience cooler temperatures and explore unique natural areas along an extensive trail sys...
From $60/night
Boulder Oaks Eqst
Boulder Oaks provides equestrian and family camping sites in the picturesque Cleveland National Forest, just an hour from San Diego. It attracts visitors for horseback riding, hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail, and enjoying picnics in the scenic m...
Corn Springs Campground
Corn Springs Campground, located in the Chuckwalla Mountains, charges a $6.00 per night fee and features California fan palms, abundant wildlife, and wheelchair accessibility. It is a historically significant site with ancient petroglyphs dating b...
Coon Hollow Campground
Coon Hollow Campground is situated in the lower Colorado Desert, near a desert riparian wash with various tree species. It offers easy 4-wheel drive access to rock-hounding sites like Hauser Geode Beds and Opal Hill Fire Agate Mine. The historic B...
Wiley's Well Campground
Wiley's Well Campground, situated in the lower Colorado Desert, features a desert riparian wash with diverse tree species. It offers easy 4-wheel drive access to rock-hounding sites and the historic Bradshaw Trail National Scenic Byway, which lead...
Oxbow Recreation and Wildlife Area
The Oxbow Recreation and Wildlife Area offers RV and tent camping, a boat launch, and a day use area along the Colorado River. Due to the destruction of Oxbow Bridge by fire, caution is advised for boaters, as debris may pose navigational hazards....
Senator Wash North Shore
Senator Wash North Shore is a 60-acre recreational area featuring diverse trees and secluded camping spots near a reservoir. It offers gravel beaches for water access, a nearby boat ramp, and the option to launch small watercraft from shore. A dum...
Senator Wash South Shore
Senator Wash South Shore is a 50-acre flat recreational area featuring large gravel beaches and access to a reservoir. Amenities include restrooms, outdoor showers, and a boat ramp for small watercraft. Visitors can enjoy activities such as OHV ri...
T.k. Jones Campground and Boat Launch
T.K. Jones Campground and Boat Launch, situated on the Colorado River above Imperial Dam, offers around 125 RV sites and various tent camping options, along with a paved boat launch and day-use area. Amenities include restrooms with showers, potab...
Cottonwood Group
Cottonwood Group Campground in Joshua Tree National Park is ideal for stargazing and wildflower viewing, featuring three reservation-only sites. Located in the park's southern section at 3,000 ft. elevation, it offers picnic shelters for shade but...
From $55/night
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Cahuilla Ranger Station
Cahuilla Ranger Station, located off Gecko Road, serves as a hub for purchasing dunes permits, gathering information, and accessing medical aid, operating from mid-October to mid-April. The BLM plans to replace the aging station with a modern faci...
Gecko Campground
Gecko Campground is the largest campground in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area, featuring both a north and south loop. The campground has paved roads and multiple vault toilets available for visitors.
Roadrunner Campground
Roadrunner Campground is the second largest campground, featuring a spacious loop of paved roads. It includes two vaulted toilets for convenience.
Keyhole Campground
Keyhole Campground is the smallest campground in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area. It features a paved "keyhole" layout, accommodating large groups or a few small groups for camping.
Buttercup Ranger Station
Buttercup Ranger Station is situated off Grey's Well Road near Interstate 8. It provides services such as dune permit sales, information, and medical assistance. The station operates from Friday to Sunday, mid-October to mid-April, during peak vis...
Glamis North
Cottonwood Campground
Cottonwood Campground, nestled among live oaks in southeastern San Diego County, offers a peaceful setting ideal for day hikes and overnight backpacking. Located in the McCain Valley Resource Conservation Area, it features 25 developed campsites w...
Wooded Hill Group
Wooded Hill Group Campground is a mountain retreat near San Diego, accommodating groups of up to 110 people. It features cooler temperatures, unique natural areas, and an extensive trail system. Ideal for outdoor gatherings, the campground is open...
Horse Heaven Group
Horse Heaven Group Campground is a tent-only facility that can host up to 100 people, offering a mountain retreat for city dwellers. Located one hour east of San Diego, it provides cool summer temperatures and opportunities for hiking and outdoor ...
From $60/night
American Legion Post 853
From $1/night
El Prado Group
El Prado Group Campground, located in the Laguna Mountain Recreation Area just an hour east of San Diego, offers a refreshing mountain escape. Campers can experience cooler temperatures and explore unique natural areas along an extensive trail sys...
From $60/night
Boulder Oaks Eqst
Boulder Oaks provides equestrian and family camping sites in the picturesque Cleveland National Forest, just an hour from San Diego. It attracts visitors for horseback riding, hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail, and enjoying picnics in the scenic m...
Corn Springs Campground
Corn Springs Campground, located in the Chuckwalla Mountains, charges a $6.00 per night fee and features California fan palms, abundant wildlife, and wheelchair accessibility. It is a historically significant site with ancient petroglyphs dating b...
Coon Hollow Campground
Coon Hollow Campground is situated in the lower Colorado Desert, near a desert riparian wash with various tree species. It offers easy 4-wheel drive access to rock-hounding sites like Hauser Geode Beds and Opal Hill Fire Agate Mine. The historic B...
Wiley's Well Campground
Wiley's Well Campground, situated in the lower Colorado Desert, features a desert riparian wash with diverse tree species. It offers easy 4-wheel drive access to rock-hounding sites and the historic Bradshaw Trail National Scenic Byway, which lead...
Oxbow Recreation and Wildlife Area
The Oxbow Recreation and Wildlife Area offers RV and tent camping, a boat launch, and a day use area along the Colorado River. Due to the destruction of Oxbow Bridge by fire, caution is advised for boaters, as debris may pose navigational hazards....
Senator Wash North Shore
Senator Wash North Shore is a 60-acre recreational area featuring diverse trees and secluded camping spots near a reservoir. It offers gravel beaches for water access, a nearby boat ramp, and the option to launch small watercraft from shore. A dum...
Senator Wash South Shore
Senator Wash South Shore is a 50-acre flat recreational area featuring large gravel beaches and access to a reservoir. Amenities include restrooms, outdoor showers, and a boat ramp for small watercraft. Visitors can enjoy activities such as OHV ri...
T.k. Jones Campground and Boat Launch
T.K. Jones Campground and Boat Launch, situated on the Colorado River above Imperial Dam, offers around 125 RV sites and various tent camping options, along with a paved boat launch and day-use area. Amenities include restrooms with showers, potab...
Cottonwood Group
Cottonwood Group Campground in Joshua Tree National Park is ideal for stargazing and wildflower viewing, featuring three reservation-only sites. Located in the park's southern section at 3,000 ft. elevation, it offers picnic shelters for shade but...
From $55/night
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Imperial has 106 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Buttercup Ranger Station is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Imperial vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Imperial welcome pets. Cottonwood Group is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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