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Eureka Dunes Campground (Primitive) at Death Valley National Park

7Visitor campsites
—Online reservable
—Largest listed RV length; varies by site
—Official site types

Plan your stay

Answers to the questions campers ask first.

Can I reserve a campsite?

No advance reservation is listed; sites are first come, first served.

Can I camp here with an RV?

Official RV suitability and length information is not yet available.

Are tent sites available?

Official tent-site information is not yet available.

Is the campground accessible?

Official accessibility information is available below. Check the details for suitability.

Are toilets and drinking water available?

Yes. Toilets and drinking water are listed as available.

Are showers or electrical hookups available?

No. Showers are not available and no electrical sites are listed.
Source: National Park Service Information & disclaimer

About this campground

Remote campground at the base of Eureka Dunes (the tallest sand dunes in California and home to several endemic plant species). This campground is located at 2,880ft and is only accessible to high-clearance vehicles. Please drive only on existing roads and tread lightly on the dunes to protect this fragile and unique environment.

Source: National Park Service Information & disclaimer

Reservations and practical information

Reservations

All sites first-come-first-served.

Directions

Off of CA190 at the junction for Scotty’s Castle road, travel north thirty-eight (38) miles and take a right on unpaved Big Pine road. Travel thirty-four (34) miles on Big Pine road and take a left on South Eureka Valley Road. Travel ten (10) miles south to Eureka Dune dry camp.

Weather and seasonal conditions

Check the weather forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/vef/rec/index.php?loc=DV

Source: National Park Service Information & disclaimer

Tours & experiences

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Facilities at a glance

ToiletsVault Toilets - year round
Drinking waterNo water
Dump stationNot available
AmphitheaterNot available
ShowersNot available
LaundryNot available
Camp storeNot available
Cell serviceNot available
InternetNot available
Trash and recyclingNot available
Food storage lockersNot available
Firewood for saleNot available
Ice for saleNot available
Campground hostNot available
Available Seasonal Not available Unknown
Source: National Park Service Information & disclaimer

Operating season & hours

Eureka Dunes Dry Camp

Open year-round, first-come-first-served. Camping here during summer months is not recommended due to high temperatures.

Every day: Open 24 hours

Source: National Park Service Information & disclaimer

Fees

Backcountry Campground

Park entry fee/pass required. No additional camping fee.

$0.00
Source: National Park Service Information & disclaimer

Access, rules and important notes

  • Uneven gravel surfaces.
  • No pavement.
  • Primitive campground.
  • No ADA sites available.
  • 1 RVs and Trailers not recommended due to rough roads.
  • High Clearance/4WD recommended.
  • 0 Unpaved Roads - 4WD/High clearance required Fires allowed in designated rings only.
  • Do not build additional rings.
  • Propane cook stoves with on/off valve are permitted.
  • •Campsites are limited to no more than eight people and two vehicles. •Charcoal producing fires may only be made in NPS metal fire pits. •All stoves and grills must be gas burning. •Pets: Pets must never be left unattended.
  • There is a maximum limit of 4 pets per campsite and pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times.
  • Pet owners are responsible for cleanup and cleanup supplies. •Wildlife: Coyotes and ravens are scavengers - keep your campsite clean!
  • Do NOT feed or disturb wildlife. •Driving on the dunes or off established roads is prohibited.

Official campground regulations

Source: National Park Service Information & disclaimer

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Things To Do

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A green hummingbird with a purple and white throat drinks from a yellow flower.
Birdwatching

Bird Watching

Roadrunners and ravens and hummingbirds- oh my! With many resident and migratory species, bird watching opportunities abound in Death Valley.
Source: NPS
Sharp, eroded salt formations stretch into the background.
Scenic Driving

Check Out Devils Golf Course

An immense area of rock salt eroded by wind and rain into jagged spires. So incredibly serrated that "only the devil could play golf on such rough links." Listen carefully and you'll hear sounds like tiny pops and pings. The sound is literally billions of tiny salt crystals bursting apart as they expand and contract in the heat.
Source: NPS
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Information & Disclaimer

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