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Salton Ocotillo Dunes

Hosted by Kevin · Thermal, California
12 guests max
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5 reviews
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Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
Private quarter acre campsite with a large fire pit, paved road to the entrance and access to Truckhaven and Ocotillo Wells State Vehicle Recreation Area directly from the property. Surrounded by picturesque beach sand dunes, mountains, canyons and some of the state’s best off-roading, you can park your vehicle around the fire ring and set up a group camp with friends or book for some peaceful family time under the stars of the lower Colorado Desert. If you are in the area to see the Salton Sea, this site is 7 miles to the water.Campfires are allowed! At times the wind will blow sand into the firepit. It is advised to bring a shovel to clear the firepit out in case this happens. There are no toilets or water so campers will need to bring their own accommodations. RVs, trailers and sprinter vans work great for this site but tent camping is fine. Pack in and pack out policy applies. You will be given the address, GPS coordinates and markers to the property upon booking. Things to do and amenities nearby: -Hiking, and designated off-roading areas are located directly from the property! -Try your skills at off-roading with well-labeled obstacles at varying difficulty levels at Truckhaven 4x4 Training Area, 1.8 miles away. Includes restrooms and picnic tables with shade structures. -Chevron, Coffee Bean, KFC, Taco Bell, Cinnabon, Dollar Tree, Alamo restaurant, West Shores Market and all the supplies you need are 2.5 miles away. -Make a stop at California’s largest lake, the Salton Sea, 7 miles away to reach the shoreline. -Explore unique plateau geography with an all-wheel drive Subaru type vehicle or stock 4WD vehicle - the trail starts right down the road at Borrego Salton Sea Way. In our opinion, this is the best easy climb, family adventure your kids will not forget, to reach stunning vistas of Truckhaven and connect to dozens of easy-to-moderate trails a short half mile off of paved road. -Visit the Borrego Badlands and Font’s Point, known as the Grand Canyon of the west, 16 miles away -Get dinner and have some night life fun at Red Earth Casino 9 miles away.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 45 feet allowed
Allowed rigs: travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers, pop-up campers, class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
Pull-in site
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Loose Gravel
Surface levelness: Requires leveling
Generators allowed
4 stroke engine, "quiet" generators are allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
12 guests max
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
No potable water
No showers
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 12:00 PM
Check out: Before 11:00 AM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 3 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 4 vehicles
2WD accessible
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Salton Ocotillo Dunes

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 12 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Campfires are allowed! At times the wind will blow sand into the firepit. It is advised to bring a shovel to clear the firepit out in case this happens. There are no toilets or water so campers will need to bring their own accommodations. RVs, trailers and sprinter vans work great for this site but tent camping is fine. Pack in and pack out policy applies. You will be given the address, GPS coordinates and markers to the property upon booking. Things to do and amenities nearby: -Hiking, and designated off-roading areas are located directly from the property! -Try your skills at off-roading with well-labeled obstacles at varying difficulty levels at Truckhaven 4x4 Training Area, 1.8 miles away. Includes restrooms and picnic tables with shade structures. -Chevron, Coffee Bean, KFC, Taco Bell, Cinnabon, Dollar Tree, Alamo restaurant, West Shores Market and all the supplies you need are 2.5 miles away. -Make a stop at California’s largest lake, the Salton Sea, 7 miles away to reach the shoreline. -Explore unique plateau geography with an all-wheel drive Subaru type vehicle or stock 4WD vehicle - the trail starts right down the road at Borrego Salton Sea Way. In our opinion, this is the best easy climb, family adventure your kids will not forget, to reach stunning vistas of Truckhaven and connect to dozens of easy-to-moderate trails a short half mile off of paved road. -Visit the Borrego Badlands and Font’s Point, known as the Grand Canyon of the west, 16 miles away -Get dinner and have some night life fun at Red Earth Casino 9 miles away.
Campfires allowed
No toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Reviews

100% Recommend6 ratings · 5 reviews
Recommends
· March 2026
Raw Desert Energy
Tent · Group trip ·
Salton Ocotillo Dunes
Stayed here for one night, super hot and really windy, but still a great experience. The views were beautiful, especially at sunset, and the stars at night made it worth it. The site felt peaceful and private overall. Just come prepared for the elements and you’ll have a good time. Would come back!
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Timothy O.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent ·
Salton Ocotillo Dunes
Simple, great, secluded spot to camp out in the desert. Had a nice hike in Calcite slot canyon and overnight on the way into Baja.
T
Tim L.
10 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Perfect Spot
Tent · Group trip ·
Salton Ocotillo Dunes
Had a great time tent/car camping here! Make sure to use google maps, Apple Maps only took me to the start of the road. Great little spot easily accessible. Close to the gas station that has all your needs! Would stay here again!
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Diego P.
4 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Salton Ocotillo Dunes
Wide open space and easy to find! Kevin was super responsive and informative.
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Connaly A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent ·
Salton Ocotillo Dunes
Was a little difficult to differentiate between campsites, but the coordinates helped. Super private and great sunset and sunrise. Would be great for offroading.
K
Kate W.
2 years on Hipcamp

Location

Thermal, Imperial, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Kevin C.

Joined in February 2024

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