Holtville, California · Imperial County
Click here for up-to-date information on changes to closures, facilities and services at this LTVA. Tamarisk LTVA is the smallest of the three LTVAs managed by the El Centro Field Office. Surrounded by tamarisks, this campground is also the most secluded of the three LTVAs. Due to the remote location, Tamarisk LTVA is …
Click here for up-to-date information on changes to closures, facilities and services at this LTVA. Tamarisk LTVA is the smallest of the three LTVAs managed by the El Centro Field Office. Surrounded by tamarisks, this campground is also the most secluded of the three LTVAs. Due to the remote location, Tamarisk LTVA is quiet and peaceful.
I-8(West from Yuma, AZ/East from El Centro,CA) to Hwy. 98 (Exit 143.) Continue west on Hwy 98 for approximately 2.7 miles. Turn south onto a dirt road. Tamarisk LTVA will be on the west side of the road.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Tamarisk Long Term Visitor Area? A few things to know before you go:
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