How do I access Carrizo Gorge Wilderness?

Carrizo Gorge Wilderness is a campground in California. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.

What types of camping are available at Carrizo Gorge Wilderness?

Carrizo Gorge Wilderness supports tent camping, rv camping.

What amenities are at Carrizo Gorge Wilderness?

On-site amenities include fire rings, hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingRV CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Fire RingsHiking Trails

Carrizo Gorge Wilderness

CA · BLM Campground · BLM

Carrizo Gorge Wilderness is a blm campground California. This primitive-level campground offers tent camping, rv camping. No fees. Amenities include fire rings, 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

Managed by the BLM, Carrizo Gorge Wilderness offers 14,741 acres of primitive, year-round camping for self-reliant explorers. This free, rugged destination features basic amenities like fire rings and challenging hiking trails. Perfect for tent or self-contained RV campers, it provides a quiet, immersive escape into California’s raw, untouched desert landscape.

Experience true solitude in the rugged, expansive landscape of the Carrizo Gorge Wilderness. Managed by the BLM, this primitive, year-round destination offers 14,741 acres of untouched California wilderness, perfect for those seeking a quiet escape from modern life. The site provides basic amenities including fire rings and direct access to challenging hiking trails for adventurous explorers. Whether you are tent camping under a vast desert sky or navigating the terrain with a self-contained RV, this free-access area is ideal for experienced campers who value self-reliance. Immerse yourself in the raw beauty of the National Wilderness Preservation System and reconnect with the wild.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Carrizo Gorge Wilderness?: Carrizo Gorge Wilderness is a campground in California. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at Carrizo Gorge Wilderness?: Carrizo Gorge Wilderness supports tent camping, rv camping.
What amenities are at Carrizo Gorge Wilderness?: On-site amenities include fire rings, hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 32.7727, -116.2451