California
BLM Fossil Falls Dispersed Area
Free dispersed camping around ancient lava formations with easy access to Fossil Falls geological site.
USA
Overlanding Trails in California
Trails curated for overlanders in California.
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Bishop Creek Lodge Natural Hot Spring
Developed natural hot spring pools at 7,300 feet elevation with stunning Sierra Nevada views and camping nearby.
California
Lee Flat Joshua Tree Forest
Massive flat desert valley with the world's densest Joshua tree population and scattered dispersed camping spots.
California
Whitney Portal Rock Creek
High-elevation creek with cold, clean water near Whitney Portal for Eastern Sierra trail runners.
California
Buttermilk Country Campground
Private campground near Bishop serving Eastern Sierra overlanders with full hookups and mountain views.
California
Mid Hills Campground
High-desert campground in Mojave National Preserve offering cooler temperatures and Joshua tree groves.
California
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
Full-service hospital providing emergency and trauma care for the Eastern Sierra overlanding corridor.
California
Owens Valley Radio Observatory
Massive radio telescope array in the high desert between Bishop and Lone Pine, accessible via dirt roads for…
California
Mammoth Lakes Shell Station Hwy 395
Last reliable fuel before heading into the Eastern Sierra backcountry, with decent prices for the mountains.
California
Pilot Flying J Travel Center Barstow
Major truck stop at the crossroads of I-15 and I-40, the last reliable fuel and supplies before heading…