How do I access Manly Peak Wilderness?

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

What types of camping are available at Manly Peak Wilderness?

Manly Peak Wilderness supports tent camping, rv camping.

What amenities are at Manly Peak Wilderness?

On-site amenities include fire rings, hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingRV CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Fire RingsHiking Trails

Manly Peak Wilderness

CA · BLM Campground · BLM

Manly Peak 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

Manly Peak Wilderness offers a remote, primitive camping experience in the rugged Panamint Mountains bordering Death Valley. This free, year-round site features dramatic desert landscapes and challenging trails. Ideal for self-sufficient backpackers, it provides minimal amenities, requiring complete preparedness for those seeking solitude in California’s untamed, high-altitude terrain.

Experience true solitude at the Manly Peak Wilderness, a primitive BLM camping destination nestled in the rugged Panamint Mountains. Situated on the boundary of Death Valley National Park, this site offers a dramatic landscape of jagged ridges, deep canyons, and diverse vegetation ranging from desert creosote to high-altitude piñon-juniper woodlands. This free, year-round site is ideal for self-sufficient adventurers seeking a remote experience. With basic amenities limited to fire rings and direct access to challenging hiking trails, it is perfect for experienced backpackers and off-grid campers looking to immerse themselves in California’s untamed wilderness. Come prepared for demanding terrain and complete self-reliance in this beautiful, isolated environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 35.9045, -117.1372