12 Best Private Campsites Near Inyokern, CA, US 2026

Looking to get away from it all and experience the great outdoors? Hipcamp has you covered with over 70 private camping options near Inyokern, California. Whether you're into wind sports, whitewater paddling, or exploring historic sites, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like River Ridge Ranch (348 reviews), Mojave Moonlight Camping (81 reviews), and A Unique Mountain Retreat (72 reviews) for tried-and-true camping experiences. With prices starting as low as $20 per night and popular amenities like potable water, trash disposal, and campfires, your camping trip is sure to be a breeze. So pack your gear, hit the road, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the great outdoors!

98% (59)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Happy Gray Coyote

97%

(48)

40mi from Inyokern · 3 sites · RVs · California City, CA

Property has been in my family for 60 years. Hope you enjoy the desert getaway!Learn more about this land:5 acres of open desert. Great views of surrounding mountains. Middle of nowhere, a great spot to get away from it all.. star gaze, and just chill out. Boon dock off the grid. NO Facilities but town has everything you could need and just far enough away... If you plan on having a campfire please obtain a burn permit on line. Its free and a great fire safety precaution. Obviously NO FIREWORKS.

2. Desert Stargazers Dream

88%

(13)

36mi from Inyokern · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · California City, CA

Learn more about this land: Less them 3 hours from Los Angeles, this private property is 2 acres of the secluded desert for you to enjoy! Just outside California City, there are miles of roads for the off-road enthusiast and some of the best stargazing in California. (As the Mayor once said, you can see more stars in California City then you could in Los Angeles). There is also great rockhounding and hiking opportunities! Campers can set up camp anywhere on the property but we also have an area cleared off for tent or car camping. There is also a firepit - enjoy and have a huge bon fire! Fires are allowed but must be completely put out, and campers must bring all their own supplies. All off-roading must get permit before hand - contact host for details.

Looking to get away from it all and experience the great outdoors? Hipcamp has you covered with over 70 private camping options near Inyokern, California. Whether you're into wind sports, whitewater paddling, or exploring historic sites, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like River Ridge Ranch (348 reviews), Mojave Moonlight Camping (81 reviews), and A Unique Mountain Retreat (72 reviews) for tried-and-true camping experiences. With prices starting as low as $20 per night and popular amenities like potable water, trash disposal, and campfires, your camping trip is sure to be a breeze. So pack your gear, hit the road, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the great outdoors!

98% (59)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Happy Gray Coyote

97%

(48)

40mi from Inyokern · 3 sites · RVs · California City, CA

Property has been in my family for 60 years. Hope you enjoy the desert getaway!Learn more about this land:5 acres of open desert. Great views of surrounding mountains. Middle of nowhere, a great spot to get away from it all.. star gaze, and just chill out. Boon dock off the grid. NO Facilities but town has everything you could need and just far enough away... If you plan on having a campfire please obtain a burn permit on line. Its free and a great fire safety precaution. Obviously NO FIREWORKS.

2. Desert Stargazers Dream

88%

(13)

36mi from Inyokern · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · California City, CA

Learn more about this land: Less them 3 hours from Los Angeles, this private property is 2 acres of the secluded desert for you to enjoy! Just outside California City, there are miles of roads for the off-road enthusiast and some of the best stargazing in California. (As the Mayor once said, you can see more stars in California City then you could in Los Angeles). There is also great rockhounding and hiking opportunities! Campers can set up camp anywhere on the property but we also have an area cleared off for tent or car camping. There is also a firepit - enjoy and have a huge bon fire! Fires are allowed but must be completely put out, and campers must bring all their own supplies. All off-roading must get permit before hand - contact host for details.

Stories from the community

Andrew

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Desert Stargazers Dream

The whole trip, starting from the comms from the host, directions to the site as well as the state of the site was amazing. We had such a great time being out in the vast desert and the night views were incredible!

natasha

April 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Desert Stargazers Dream

The site was a perfect place to watch the stars. Would definitely recommend showing up before dark so that you can find the blue painted items.

C

Corissa

April 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Desert Stargazers Dream

I wasn’t able to stay overnight because the winds were too high on the day I went, but I’m looking forward to booking this site again in the near future. It was a little challenging to find just because the site itself is set back away from the dirt roads, I’d recommend possibly for the hosts to install some sort of flag or maybe small sign at the entrance from the road where to turn in. Other than that, I’m in love with that area as it’s very secluded and I didn’t come across a single other soul while I was out there. I love the privacy. Hosts were great and very accommodating!