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Stovepipe Wells Campground

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Imagine the curved ripple of velvety sand against a backdrop of serrated peaks.

The nearby sand dunes make Stovepipe Wells a good spot to park your RV and stay awhile (as long as it’s between September 1st and Mother’s Day weekend). This flat 190 spot parking lot campground has water, flush toilets a dump station, a smattering of picnic table and fire pits, as well as a nearby restaurant, bar and gift shop.

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December 27, 2018

Basically just a giant parking lot with tent sites along the perimeter. Get there early to get a spot if you don't have reservations because they fill up fast. To my surprise, I really enjoyed my stay there

Christine Lee S.

May 27, 2018

We ended up at Stovepipe wells due to a broken tent and high winds up the road. It was far from our first choice, but it wound up being some of the best camping we've experienced. In January the temperature is moderate and the skies are gorgeous. Nearby amenities make camping here simple and it's just a short drive to some amazing trails, hikes, and off-road vehicle drives. Highly recommend.

Ann Marie S.

June 4, 2017

We camped here out of desperation. We'd intended to camp at Wild Rose, but the spring winds were too much for us. As we drove down off the mountain, we got caught in a dust storm and thunderstorm! The campground is just a big square of gravel and offers not much in the way of natural features. We parked our van right up to the perimeter where the sites back right up to dunes. After the storm, the kids got to go explore the dunes and that was cool.

Rachel N.

March 15, 2017

Great site right in the park! Basic but it has everything you will ever need (expect shade). Mostly an RV site but it did have some tent camping. The camp host was very friendly. I would recommend it if you cannot find a spot somewhere else. Being in the park is better than not. This campsite was right next to the sand dunes which is a total plus to me.

Max S.

January 1, 2017

While driving at night, missed the turn to Mahogany Flats and ended up camping at Stovepipe Wells. It was a flat campground close to a gas station, small ranger station, and a tiny little resort. Relatively nice bathrooms, water, and a beautiful sunrise. I wouldn't choose this as my first choice.

Korey T.

September 29, 2015

This may look like a bleak camping spot, but I absolutely loved the people that worked at Stovepipe Wells. At the gift shop across from the tenting area they had free coffee every morning and the staff was so friendly. Plus the pool attached to the hotel had showers, so I definitely utilized those!

Rob G.

July 22, 2015

A rather bleak parking lot. The worst camping spot in Death Valley, especially if you're tenting. If you are, try to get the sites closest to the sand. Otherwise, stay elsewhere.

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Surprisingly cold night in early April - down into the 30's while the valley floor was probably in the 60's or higher.

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Overview

Biking

Do your pedaling feet crave sand dunes and sand flats, below sea level basins and mountain crests? Then bring your bike to Death Valley and slake your desert bike thirst with 30 to 50 mile stretches of rolling terrain! If you want to leave the extra weight at home, rent a bike upon arrival, but be sure to make yourself aware of safe biking in Death Valley and consider signing up for, or planning, a route based on one of many possible bike tours, including REI and Woman Tours .

Hiking

Death Valley is known for being unknown and by that we mean, there are not many formalized trails, but still plenty of awesome hiking options . Familiarize yourself with the territory and first venture out on a couple of mini-hikes , such as Golden Canyon Interpretive Trail or Natural Bridge Canyon. Add accompaniment to your desert-wandering with the timbre of water pummeling rock at Darwin Falls , before attempting a Mama-Hike, like Goler Wash/Megel Pass . Don’t want to go-it-alone? Join a REI hike expedition!

Horseback riding

Not to fall heavy on cliches, but if you went to see a man about a horse, chances are it would be in a desert. Itching to don a saddle in Death Valley? Head to Furnace Creek Stables or try a Catacama Adventure .

Off-roading (OHV)

In need of an adrenaline rush? Ready to fill the quiet, dusty breeze with the churn and grumble of wheels on sand and gravel? Get into some OHV expeditioning amidst the grand backdrop of Death Valley.

Climbing

Mosaic Canyon is as it sounds - a pieced together work of natural art, ready for a rock clamoring ascent, as is the Grotto Canyon , which includes a series of obstacles that get steeper and trickier as you ascend.

Snow sports

Panamint Mountain Range is home to 11,049 foot Telescope Peak , which despite Death Valley’s reputation for extreme heat, can give an experienced snowshoer a run for their money in November through early March.

Swimming

Hiking like a good water baby with your swimsuit on under your gear? Good. You’ll get a chance to make use of that when you take your hike to Darwin Falls and dip in to the mountain-fed waters of the desert.

Wildlife watching

You will undoubtedly encounter forms of wildlife during your experience at Death Valley. Get pre-acquainted with some of the creatures , (including reptiles, amphibians, native fish, desert bighorn, coyote and mule deer), who call this vast landscape home.