California
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Fish Creek Dispersed Area
Dispersed Camping
Primitive dispersed sites scattered across Fish Creek wash and surrounding bajadas in classic Sonoran Desert terrain. Sites offer excellent stargazing with minimal light pollution and dramatic sunrise views over the Vallecito Mountains. Popular with geology enthusiasts and photographers exploring the nearby Wind Caves and Split Mountain. Campfires allowed in designated metal fire rings only.
Access via Split Mountain Road from Highway S2, then sandy washes requiring high clearance. Road conditions vary with flash flood activity — check with rangers. Best visited October through April to avoid extreme heat. No water or facilities available.
Desert badlands dispersed camping near Split Mountain
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Borrego Springs, California |
| Miles from pavement | 8.5 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Sand |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 12 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 30 nights |
| Best season | October-April |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Fire ring |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |