CampgroundHidden gem

Thorndike Campground

Wildrose, California

Free high-elevation camp near Telescope Peak.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Sites
6

Thorndike has just six free sites high in the Panamint Range. The road is rough. It is usually open from mid-April to December.

Good to know

  • High clearance recommended
  • No water
  • Cool in summer
Best time
Summer
Open
Typically mid-April to December
Getting there
Rough gravel road, high clearance
Vehicles
4WD only
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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