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Eureka Dunes Campground (Primitive)

7 sitesFirst-come, first-servedIn Death Valley National Park
Desert campsite with picnic table, metal fire ring, view of tall sand dunes in the background
Primitive campsite with view of sand dunes · NPS Photo
Campsites
7
How to get a site
First-come, first-served
RVs
Allowed
Fee
Free
Coordinates
37.1120, -117.6809
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37.1120, -117.6809 · Park boundary: National Park Service

About · Real sources only

Remote campground at the base of Eureka Dunes (the tallest sand dunes in California and home to several endemic plant species). This campground is located at 2,880ft and is only accessible to high-clearance vehicles. Please drive only on existing roads and tread lightly on the dunes to protect this fragile and unique environment.

Hours & season
Every day
All Day

Open year-round, first-come-first-served. Camping here during summer months is not recommended due to high temperatures.

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

Campsites · 7 total
5 first-come, first-served
Camping fees
Backcountry CampgroundFree

Park entry fee/pass required. No additional camping fee.

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

Reservations

All sites first-come-first-served.

Amenities
Toilets
Vault Toilets - year round
Amphitheater
No
Camp store
No
Cell reception
No
Drinking water
No water
Dump station
No
Firewood for sale
No
Food storage lockers
No
Host on site
No
Ice for sale
No
Internet
No
Laundry
No
Showers
None
Trash & recycling
No

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

Access & accessibility
RVs
Allowed
Trailers
Allowed
Access roads
Unpaved Roads - 4WD/High clearance required
Classification
Primitive Camping Areas
Wheelchair access

Uneven gravel surfaces. No pavement.

ADA facilities

Primitive campground. No ADA sites available.

Fires & stoves

Fires allowed in designated rings only. Do not build additional rings. Propane cook stoves with on/off valve are permitted.

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

Getting there

Off of CA190 at the junction for Scotty’s Castle road, travel north thirty-eight (38) miles and take a right on unpaved Big Pine road. Travel thirty-four (34) miles on Big Pine road and take a left on South Eureka Valley Road. Travel ten (10) miles south to Eureka Dune dry camp.

Weather

Check the weather forecast here: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/vef/rec/index.php?loc=DV

Rules & regulations

•Campsites are limited to no more than eight people and two vehicles. •Charcoal producing fires may only be made in NPS metal fire pits. •All stoves and grills must be gas burning. •Pets: Pets must never be left unattended. There is a maximum limit of 4 pets per campsite and pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times. Pet owners are responsible for cleanup and cleanup supplies. •Wildlife: Coyotes and ravens are scavengers - keep your campsite clean! Do NOT feed or disturb wildlife. •Driving on the dunes or off established roads is prohibited.

Photos · Real imagery only
View of the valley, campsite, picnic table and pit toilet from the campground road.
NPS Photo
Vault toilet with sand dune in the background
NPS Photo
Campsite with picnic table with sand dunes in the background
NPS Photo
Contact
AddressPO Box 579 · Death Valley, CA 92328
Phone760-786-3200
EmailDeva_Information@nps.gov
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