How do I access Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area?

Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area is a campground in California. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.

What types of camping are available at Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area?

Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area supports tent camping.

What amenities are at Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area?

On-site amenities include picnic tables, hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Picnic TablesHiking Trails

Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area

CA · BLM Campground · BLM

Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area is a blm campground California. This primitive-level campground offers tent 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 just off I-40 near the Colorado River, this free, BLM-managed site offers a primitive, nostalgic experience for Route 66 travelers. Perfect for tent campers and history buffs, the year-round destination features picnic tables, desert trails, and a classic visitor logbook for an authentic connection to the Mother Road.

Step back in time at the Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site, a unique BLM-managed destination marking the iconic entrance to the Golden State. Located just two miles west of the Colorado River off I-40, this primitive site offers a nostalgic stop for road-trippers and desert explorers. Enjoy a quiet break at one of two covered picnic tables, wander the surrounding desert trails, or leave your mark in the famous visitor logbook—a local favorite read by residents. Perfect for tent campers seeking a minimalist experience and history enthusiasts alike, this year-round site provides an authentic, rugged connection to the legendary Mother Road. Admission is free.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area?: Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area is a campground in California. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area?: Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area supports tent camping.
What amenities are at Historic Route 66 California Gateway Site Day Use Area?: On-site amenities include picnic tables, hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 34.7609, -114.5773