Desert campsite with sagebrush

Activity

Tent CampingRV CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Fire Rings

Rice Valley Wilderness

CA · BLM Campground · BLM

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

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

Rice Valley Wilderness offers a primitive, off-grid camping experience within a sprawling 41,776-acre BLM sanctuary. Featuring rugged mountains and flat desert plains, this free, year-round site is perfect for self-reliant adventurers seeking solitude. Pack all necessary supplies to enjoy this remote California destination far from the crowds.

Escape to the raw, untamed beauty of Rice Valley Wilderness, a sprawling 41,776-acre sanctuary managed by the BLM. Offering a truly primitive camping experience, this site is perfect for self-reliant adventurers and desert enthusiasts seeking solitude under the vast California sky. The landscape features a striking contrast between broad, flat plains and the rugged, steep terrain of the Big Maria Mountains. Camping here is strictly off-grid with no hookups, though basic fire rings are provided for your evening campfires. This free, year-round destination is ideal for those who prefer tent or RV camping in a quiet, remote environment far from the crowds. Pack accordingly and embrace the silence.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 33.9484, -114.7441

Quick Facts

Region
West
Agency
BLM
Coordinates
33.9484, -114.7441
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