Thorndyke Campground (Primitive)
Thorndike Campground is a primitive, first come, first served campground located at 7,400 feet in the Panamint Mountains.
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Thorndyke Campground (Primitive) Details
Thorndike Campground is a primitive, first come, first served campground located at 7,400 feet in the Panamint Mountains. Set in a forested setting far above the valley floor, it offers a cooler and more secluded camping experience within Death Valley National Park. There is no camping fee. Access is limited to high clearance vehicles no longer than 25 feet, and four wheel drive may be necessary depending on road conditions. Late spring visits can still encounter snow or icy patches. There are only six sites, and no hookups or services of any kind. Campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash. The nearest reliable water source is approximately 29 miles north at Emigrant Rest Area. There are no staff, dump stations, stores, or potable water on site. Visitors should be fully self sufficient and prepared for remote conditions. Access, road conditions, and services are subject to change.
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Camping (Primitive)
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