Homestake is a small, primitive campground in a remote setting.
Photo: NPS Photo
About
Extremely remote campsite at 3,785ft of elevation, accessible only by high-clearance vehicles with all-terrain tires. Access from Saline Valley Road requires navigating Lippincott Pass and should only be attempted by experienced 4-wheel drivers. There are no approved toilet facilities at this location and no water available. Pack in all that you need, pack out all that you bring.
Campsites
Location
PO Box 579
Death Valley, CA 92328
Fees
Hours
Open year-round, first-come-first-served.
Reservations
No Reservations
Directions
Off of CA190 at the junction for Scotty’s Castle road, travel north thirty-eight (38) miles toward Ubehebe Crater. Just before the parking area for the crater, turn right onto unpaved Racetrack Road. Travel 20 miles on this high clearance 4WD road and take a right at Teakettle Junction. Travel 9.5 miles and just past the Racetrack playa arrive at the campground.
Weather
Check the weather forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/vef/rec/index.php?loc=DV
Accessibility
None
Charcoal producing fires may only be made in NPS metal fire pits. All stoves and grills must be gas burning.
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Not suitable for RVs and trailers. Access is high clearance /4 WD.
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Campground is not ADA accessible.
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Unpaved Roads - 4WD/High clearance required
Designated Primitive Campsites