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Four Jeffrey Campground
Forest Service campground in the high Sierra with direct access to Bishop Creek and spectacular alpine scenery.
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Overlanding Trails in California
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Bishop Creek Middle Fork Trailhead
Gateway to Dusy Basin and the John Muir Wilderness with parking for day hikes and backpacking expeditions.
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South Lake Dispersed Camping
High-elevation dispersed sites near South Lake with alpine scenery and trailhead access to the John Muir Wilderness.
California
Sabrina Lake Trailhead
Gateway to the high Sierra backcountry with multiple wilderness trail options and stunning lake views at 9,100 feet.
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Dillon Road Dispersed Camping
Scattered BLM dispersed sites along Dillon Road with mountain views, popular staging area for desert exploration.
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Salton Sea State Recreation Area
Desert lake campground with full hookups and boat launch, gateway to the strange beauty of California's inland sea.
California
Mecca 76 Station
Last reliable fuel before heading into Joshua Tree's remote eastern sections, with basic supplies and ice.
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Box Canyon Road Dispersed Camping
Free BLM desert camping along a network of sandy washes, popular with rockhounds and winter snowbirds.
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Indian Cove Campground
Joshua Tree National Park's northernmost established campground, popular with rock climbers and stargazers.
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Pipes Canyon Preserve Trailhead
The Wildlands Conservancy preserve offering hiking access to desert washes and fan palm oases.