How do I access Salt Tram?

Salt Tram is a campground in California. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.

What types of camping are available at Salt Tram?

Salt Tram supports tent camping.

What amenities are at Salt Tram?

On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Hiking Trails

Salt Tram

CA · BLM Campground · BLM

Salt Tram 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

The Salt Tram BLM site offers a rugged, primitive camping experience at the historic summit of a legendary mining tramway. Ideal for self-sufficient adventurers, this free, remote destination provides solitude, unique desert exploration, and a deep connection to California’s mining past. No hookups are available at this historic location.

Experience a piece of rugged history at the Salt Tram BLM site, located at the summit of the legendary salt transportation line connecting Saline Valley to Swansea. This primitive, year-round destination offers a unique opportunity to camp alongside the remarkably preserved wooden tramway structure and the historic Summit House. Ideal for adventurous tent campers seeking solitude and a deep connection to California’s mining past, this site provides a true backcountry experience. Explore the surrounding desert landscape via local hiking trails and immerse yourself in the remnants of this engineering marvel. With no hookups available, this free, remote location is perfect for self-sufficient explorers looking to unplug.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 36.6079, -117.8536