CampsiteSTANDARD NONELECTRIC✓ Reservable

Site G8 1 — Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping

Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping · California · Loop Greenwater Valley Road

Campsite G8 1 at Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping in California. STANDARD NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 12 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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36.46174, -116.86661
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High106°F
Avg Low82°F
Peak Rain Chance0%
Humidity16%
UV (avg)6
Air Quality37 · Good
Today
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Clear
104°/76°
🌬 6mph
↑ 6:42 AM ↓ 6:30 PM
Fri
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Overcast
106°/83°
🌬 8mph
↑ 6:43 AM ↓ 6:29 PM
Sat
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Overcast
107°/84°
🌬 8mph
↑ 6:44 AM ↓ 6:27 PM
Sun
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Clear
108°/83°
🌬 15mph
↑ 6:45 AM ↓ 6:26 PM
Mon
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Clear
104°/83°
🌬 11mph
↑ 6:46 AM ↓ 6:24 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    UPF sun shirt (long sleeve)
    Cooler than direct sun on bare skin.
  • 🩳
    Light shorts/skirt
    Loose-fit, breathable.
  • 🧢
    Wide-brimmed sun hat
    Plus a buff/bandana you can wet for cooling.
  • 🕶
    Polarized sunglasses
    Critical for glare from sun + sand/water.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection (UV 6)
    SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
12
Min Num of People
1

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

Booking Tips for Site G8 1

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: usually 1–3pm / usually 11am–noon
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite G8 1?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site G8 1?

Maximum occupancy is 12 people.

What hookups does site G8 1 have?

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