CampsiteSTANDARD NONELECTRIC

Site C1 — Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping

Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping · California · Loop Cottonwood Canyon Road

Campsite C1 at Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping in California. STANDARD NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 12 people per site. First-come, first-served — no reservation needed.

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36.63149, -117.29557
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Vehicle Length
22
Max Num of Vehicles
3
Driveway Surface
Gravel
Driveway Entry
Pull-through

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
12
Min Num of People
1
Capacity/Size Rating
Double
Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Shade
No
Campfire Allowed
No

How Site C1 Compares

  • One of 49 sites at Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping — 10 of them in the Cottonwood Canyon Road loop.
  • Pull-through site — no backing up required. 39 of 49 sites here are pull-through.
Other sites in the Cottonwood Canyon Road loop
Site C10STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite C6STANDARD NONELECTRIC · ReservableSite C8STANDARD NONELECTRIC · ReservableSite C7STANDARD NONELECTRIC · ReservableSite C5STANDARD NONELECTRIC · ReservableSite C4STANDARD NONELECTRIC · Reservable

Photos from Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Gray campervan on roadside campsite with green brush vegetation in the foreground and dramatic reddish and white stratified mountains in the far background.
Gray campervan on roadside campsite with green brush vegetation in the foreground and dramatic reddish and white stratified mountains in the far background. — J. Shoemaker/NPS
Gravel dirt road with a parallel roadside campsite surrounded by dark canyon walls.
Gravel dirt road with a parallel roadside campsite surrounded by dark canyon walls. — J.Hallet/NPS
Gravel dirt road with parallel roadside campsite shaded in the foreground, sunny mountains in the background.
Gravel dirt road with parallel roadside campsite shaded in the foreground, sunny mountains in the background. — J.Hallet/NPS

Permitted Equipment

VEHICLECARAVAN/CAMPER VANTentPICKUP CAMPER

Booking Tips for Site C1

  • First-come first-served: arrive early, especially Friday afternoons in peak season
  • Have a backup: sites can fill up — know your second choice nearby
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 12:00 PM / 12:00 PM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite C1?

No — this site is first-come, first-served. Arrive early during peak season.

How many people can stay at site C1?

Maximum occupancy is 12 people and 3 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site C1?

Max vehicle length is 22 ft.

What hookups does site C1 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

Are pets allowed at site C1?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 12:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

Can I have a campfire at site C1?

Campfires are not permitted at this site. A camp stove may be acceptable — check with the campground host.