Death Valley, California · Inyo County · Facility
***No Potable Water Available in the Wildrose Area. Closest available water ~31 miles north at Stovepipe Wells, CA. First-come, first-served campground with no additional fee, high in the Panamint Mountains. Located at an elevation of 4100 ft / 1250 meters. No water. No hook-ups available. Generators allowed 7am - 7pm.…
***No Potable Water Available in the Wildrose Area. Closest available water ~31 miles north at Stovepipe Wells, CA. First-come, first-served campground with no additional fee, high in the Panamint Mountains. Located at an elevation of 4100 ft / 1250 meters. No water. No hook-ups available. Generators allowed 7am - 7pm. This area is prone to high winds. Sites are dirt and gravel surrounded by mesquite bushes and rolling hills.
Located high in the Panamint Mountains on Emigrant Canyon Road. From CA190 take Emigrant Canyon Road. Be sure to check road conditions prior to your trip.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Wildrose Campground? A few things to know before you go:
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