USA
BLM Long Term Visitor Area Quartzsite
Dispersed Camping
Sprawling BLM camping area covering several thousand acres of flat desert scrub. Popular winter destination for snowbirds, van lifers, and overlanders, with scattered camps spread across the bajada. No facilities except pit toilets, but town is close for supplies. Gets crowded January through March during gem and mineral show season.
Access via multiple dirt roads from US-95. Some areas require high clearance due to washes, but most sites accessible to any vehicle. 14-day limit, but you can move to adjacent areas. Bring water, shade, and firewood. Cell service spotty but improves closer to town.
Massive desert winter camping area
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Elevation (ft) | 879 ft |
| Nearest town | Quartzsite, AZ |
| Miles from pavement | 2.5 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Dirt |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 500 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | November-March |
| Land manager | BLM |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |