How do I access Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark?

Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark is a campground in California. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.

What types of camping are available at Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark?

Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark supports tent camping, rv camping.

What amenities are at Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark?

On-site amenities include picnic tables, hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingRV CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Picnic TablesHiking Trails

Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark

CA · BLM Campground · BLM

Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark is a blm campground California. This primitive-level campground offers tent camping, rv camping. No fees. Amenities include picnic tables, hiking trails.

At a Glance

Site Type

BLM Campground

Hookups

None

Experience

Primitive

Fees

Free

Season

Year-Round

Pets

Unknown

Cell Service

poor

Poor Cell Signal

Spotty coverage — may work in some areas

Verizon: weakAT&T: weakT-Mobile: none

About This Location

Located at the base of a young volcanic cinder cone, the Amboy Crater BLM campground offers a rugged, primitive experience for self-sufficient campers. This free, year-round site features hiking trails, picnic facilities, and ADA-accessible overlooks, making it an ideal destination for those seeking solitude and unique geological exploration.

Experience the raw, rugged beauty of the Mojave Desert at the Amboy Crater BLM campground. This primitive, year-round site offers a unique opportunity to camp at the base of a spectacular 250-foot-tall cinder cone, one of the youngest volcanic fields in the United States. Guests can enjoy access to picnic tables and well-marked hiking trails leading to the crater rim, featuring rest stations and an ADA-accessible ramada overlook. Perfect for geology enthusiasts, solitude seekers, and adventurous tent or RV campers, this free site provides a stark, scenic backdrop for desert exploration. Come prepared for self-sufficient, off-grid camping in this geologically significant National Natural Landmark.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark?: Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark is a campground in California. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark?: Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark supports tent camping, rv camping.
What amenities are at Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark?: On-site amenities include picnic tables, hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 34.5603, -115.7747