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Desert View Tower Tent Camping
98%
(263)Hike-in access only
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
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98% Recommend263 ratings · 164 reviews
The Desert View Tower offers a camping experience that feels both adventurous and serene, ideal for families and solo travelers alike. Guests are welcomed by warm and hospitable hosts, along with friendly dogs and even wandering peacocks, adding to the unique charm of the place. The campsites are well-equipped, featuring amenities like tables, chairs, and clean bathrooms, though some require a short walk from the parking area. Activities abound, from exploring boulder caves to stargazing, ensuring a memorable and peaceful retreat.
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We had such a great stay here! Even just for one night, it felt like a true escape. The hosts were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better from the start. There are so many unique spots to set up camp. Depending on where you choose, it can be a bit of walk/hike to unpack, but it's worth it!
There are very friendly dogs that roam and guinea fowl wandering around. Exploring the boulder caves and checking out the desert tower were definite highlights and made the stay feel like a mini adventure.
It’s quiet, peaceful, and feels wonderfully secluded without being inconvenient. We’d absolutely come back and stay longer next time.
We camped with three families and our kids had a blast climbing on boulders all weekend. The camp site was quiet and private.
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· April 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
Awesome stay. Ben and his family were warm and hospitable. Doggos were great company. Will be back for sure. Definitely a hidden gem of San Diego and should be on everyon’s bucket list to camp at the Desert View Tower.
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· April 2025
This spot is magical…the energy is so peaceful and healing and Ben is the most wonderful and hospitable host. Everyone who works there is amazing. We will be going back asap!
I love the camping area, it was super clean and with a table and chairs to use. Ben and Sam were super nice and helpful. We forgot our tent and they were super helpful and let us borrow a really nice one. Definitely will come back. The place is nice and hikings are fun. Thank you
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· December 2024
Amazing views and great host!
Tent · Group trip ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
I loved the camping experience we had at the tower! Table, fire pit, and water in the sites. Nice clean bathrooms short walk from all sites and fun hiking trails in the rocks. Host was super communicative. FYI it’s a little walk in from the parking to your campsite, you can’t just drive up to the site so keep in mind with your equipment.
I want to live life like they do here. Very warm hosts. Got to chat over the Pete’s coffee they provided us in the morning. The rocks were a giant playground. Such a sick camp spot, I’d love to come back for the air bnb.
Nice and peaceful place to camp. For lovers of silence, hiking and enjoying a night under a starry sky, I recommend it
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· May 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
We really enjoyed our weekend away at Desert View Tower. It was peaceful and relaxing, with lots to explore and sweet puppies to pet. We hope to come back another time!
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· April 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
The desert view tower property is truly one-of-a-kind - gorgeous slice of the desert at a reasonable price, especially for a group. Host was super responsive, gave us a tour of the property, and was helpful throughout the duration of our stay.
Would be happy to stay here again. Highly recommended!
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· April 2024
Loved the boulders, the sites, the dogs (all nine of them) and the tower lit up in purple at night. Peacocks on one side and beautiful desert vistas on the other. Looking forward to staying again.
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· April 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
Awesome and super friendly host! Definitely would recommend to any friend! Beautiful desert camp spot!
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· March 2024
Desert Tower and the hosts are wonderful. This is a unique location, the sites are comfortable, the views are amazing. We were greeted by Ben and John. You can have a campfire. There is a bathroom available, just a short walk from the campsite. Bring headlamps for sure! We'll camp here again!
Incredibly kind and funny host! Shows you the tower and caves! Peacocks and cute dogs everywhere. Beautiful stars.
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· August 2023
Tent · Group trip ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
Fantastic campsite. So much to do and explore, and there are clean flush toilets. The landscape here is much like Joshua Tree. Get ready to explore the many features of this over 90-acre playground: the historic tower, the friendly campground dogs, the wandering peacocks, the painted boulders shaped like animals, and the beautiful stargazing at night. Thank you, Ben!
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· July 2023
Tent · With pets ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
Amazing time and amazing property. Heat got to us but they have a pool/well that you can jump in whenever you want!
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· June 2023
Tent · Group trip ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
Great private campsite in the rocks! Just be sure to check the weather as the sun and wind are very strong. Definitely recommend bringing as much shade and water as possible. We had a group of 13 and we all enjoyed Ben's property and exploring the Desert View Tower. Ben and his family were very welcoming and helpful in accommodating our group.
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· May 2023
The property was absolutely amazing and Ben was so receptive and kind! Would come back for SURE, this is a hidden gem!
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· May 2023
Tent · Group trip ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
Had a great time camping here. The hosts are very relaxed. Lots of dogs roaming around, which we kind of loved. Our campsite felt pretty secluded. Bathrooms were clean and pretty nice!
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· March 2023
Peaceful escape yet easy to get to
Tent · With pets ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
Great place to get away while being easy to get to. We enjoyed a very peaceful few days nestled among the rocks. Plenty of space, local wilderness to explore along with the amazing tower and caves/carvings. Water available at site, plenty of choice where to set up camp - we chose to be further away from everyone but there is also space right by parking. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
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· January 2023
Tent · Group trip ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
It’s always great camping here at the desert tower. The hosts are super nice and the campsites are spacious. No complaints, always have had a great experience with this campsite
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· November 2022
We spent 2 nights at the Desert View Tower. It definitely exceeded our expectations. Each site has a different charm. We chose a small, secluded one and absolutely loved our time there. From the endless climbing rocks to the friendly dogs and peacocks, there was so much to explore! Ben, the host, is very welcoming and accommodating, as well. An awesome place to stop.
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· November 2022
Tent · With kids ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
Amazing land with amazing views. The boulder park was awesome for the kids to explore. Ben and his team were so nice and hospitable. Easy and safe camping while feeling remote and private at the same time.
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· October 2022
Very gracious host, clean camp sites, close to freeway but u won’t know it when camping
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· October 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
The hiking in the area was fun and beautiful! Enjoyed playing with the on-site dogs. And the host was friendly and helpful. We will be returning!
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· May 2022
Ben and everyone there were so warm and accommodating! From their hospitality to the well maintained camp sites behind their rental property, as well as their many dogs, I loved every part of my stay.
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· April 2022
This is a bucket list campsite
Tent · Group trip ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
This is really a delightful place to camp. You are nestled next to the boulder field, which is a scramble through boulders that were long ago carved to look like animals; near the historic Tower; and on a beautiful piece of land, where you will see beautiful peacocks stroll by.
The proprieteurs are lovely people. I have been here twice, and each time was amazing for my friends who accompanied me.
This isn't just a piece of land to pitch your tent. It should be a bucket list campsite.
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· April 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
Desert View Tower Tent Camping
ben’s land had bathrooms and we felt pretty safe knowing the staff was always nearby in case of an emergency.
Loved this place! The site was spacious for us to put up two tents. The view was absolutely beautiful and we had the whole area to ourselves. Just be mindful if you have little ones since there is a lot of cactus 🌵 loved how they had their dogs come visit us and they are all so friendly. If you want to explore there are some caves to check out and you can get an even better view at the top of the tower. We went to their gift shop and got some little goodies before our departure. Ben and the staff working the site was very friendly and inviting!
Been coming here for years. Truly a wonderful spot for folks with kids.
Location
Jacumba, Imperial, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Zero Z.
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