How do I access Red Elephant Mine Trail?

Red Elephant Mine Trail is a campground in California. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.

What types of camping are available at Red Elephant Mine Trail?

Red Elephant Mine Trail supports tent camping.

What amenities are at Red Elephant Mine Trail?

On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Hiking Trails

Red Elephant Mine Trail

CA · BLM Campground · BLM

Red Elephant Mine Trail is a blm campground California. This primitive-level campground offers tent camping. No fees. Amenities include 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

Red Elephant Mine Trail offers a rugged, primitive backcountry experience in California, ideal for experienced off-roaders and tent campers. This free, self-sufficient BLM site features a challenging eight-mile trail through scenic, remote wilderness. Visitors must be fully prepared for year-round, off-grid camping in this demanding, high-adventure destination.

Discover raw adventure at the Red Elephant Mine Trail, a rugged, primitive BLM camping destination in California. Perfect for experienced off-road enthusiasts and tent campers seeking solitude, this site offers a true backcountry experience. The area is defined by its challenging eight-mile OHV trail, which winds past wildlife watering ponds, steep ridges, and scenic creek crossings before ascending to historic clifftop switchbacks near the old Red Elephant Mine site. Because this is a primitive, free site with no hookups, visitors should come fully prepared for self-sufficient, year-round camping. If you crave challenging terrain and remote wilderness exploration, this is your ultimate basecamp.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Red Elephant Mine Trail?: Red Elephant Mine Trail is a campground in California. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at Red Elephant Mine Trail?: Red Elephant Mine Trail supports tent camping.
What amenities are at Red Elephant Mine Trail?: On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 39.1238, -123.2805