About Thorndike Campground (Primitive)
Thorndike Campground (Primitive) is a campground in Death Valley, California. The address on file is PO Box 579, Death Valley, California 92328. It has 6 campsites. It is listed as seasonal, so confirm opening dates before you go. No hookups are listed, so plan to camp self-contained. It is listed as free to camp. The phone number on file is 760-786-3200. The official website is nps.gov.
Nearby trails and campgrounds
The closest trail in our directory is Death Valley Backcountry (moderate, 19 miles), measured in a straight line. Other campgrounds nearby: Mahogany Flat Campground (Primitive) (0.5 miles), Wildrose Campground (6.9 miles) and Furnace Creek Campground (Death Valley National Park) (19 miles). Straight-line distances are measured from the coordinates on file, so check a map for the drive.
- Death Valley Backcountry (19 miles, straight-line)
- Mahogany Flat Campground (Primitive) (0.5 miles, straight-line)
- Wildrose Campground (6.9 miles, straight-line)
- Furnace Creek Campground (Death Valley National Park) (19 miles, straight-line)
Frequently asked questions
Where is Thorndike Campground (Primitive)?
Thorndike Campground (Primitive) is a campground in Death Valley, California. The address on file is PO Box 579, Death Valley, California 92328.
How many campsites does Thorndike Campground (Primitive) have?
Thorndike Campground (Primitive) has 6 campsites in our listing.
Is Thorndike Campground (Primitive) open all year?
No. Thorndike Campground (Primitive) is listed as seasonal, so confirm opening dates before you go.
Does Thorndike Campground (Primitive) have full hookups?
No. No hookups are listed.
What is the phone number for Thorndike Campground (Primitive)?
The phone number on file is 760-786-3200.
About This Campground
***No Potable Water Available in the Wildrose Area. Closest available water ~38 miles north at Stovepipe Wells, CA. First-come, first-served primitive, forested campground with no additional fee located at 7,400' elevation. Accessible to high clearance vehicles (no longer than 25') and 4x4 may be necessary. Closest available water ~38 miles north at Stovepipe Wells. May still be impacted by snowy/icy conditions in late spring.
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PO Box 579
Death Valley, California 92328
GPS Coordinates: 36.23692, -117.07217
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- NPS campgrounds often open reservations 6 months in advance
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