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Mahogany Flat Campground (Primitive)

9 sites · Free · First come, first served · RVs to 25 ft

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About Mahogany Flat Campground (Primitive)

***No Potable Water Available in the Wildrose Area. Closest available water ~39 miles north at Stovepipe Wells, CA. First-come, first-served primitive campground with no additional fee located in a Pinyon Pine and Juniper forest at 8,200' elevation. Great views down into Death Valley. Located near the Telescope Peak trailhead. Dirt road access requires high-clearance vehicles, often 4x4 required. May still be impacted by snowy/icy conditions in late spring.

Photos

Pine trees surround wooden sign on wood posts reads Mahogany Flat Campground Elevation 8133 Feet.
This higher elevation campsite is closed in the winter. · NPS/J.Gray
A flat dirt circular area about 25 ft across surrounded on 3 sides by tall evergreen trees.
Sites are in a pinyon/juniper forest, with picnic tables and fire rings provided. · NPS/C. Rohe
Dirt open area with scattered 1 ft boulders, metal picnic table, metal fire ring, & Evergreen trees.
One of a handful of tent sites from which to choose. · NPS/J. Gray
To men stand on flat ground & point outward through pine trees to a valley below.
Breaks in the trees provide views into the valley. · NPS / J. Jurado
Flat clear area slopes down to dense trees then white-floored desert valley & blue-tinged mountains.
Sites on the east part of the camp have an amazing view of the valley floor. · NPS/J.Gray

Campsites

Site-by-site details (sizes, hookups, shade) for this campground are coming soon.

Conditions at camp

🌤️ Forecast

Clear
Wed, Nov 11
Tonight
35°F
Clear
Sunny
Thu, Nov 12
Day
45°F
Sunny
Partly Cloudy
Thu, Nov 12
Night
34°F
Partly Cloudy
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Snow Showers
Fri, Nov 13
Day
41°F
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Snow Showers
Scattered Snow Showers
Fri, Nov 13
Night
31°F
Scattered Snow Showers
Mostly Sunny
Sat, Nov 14
Day
37°F
Mostly Sunny
Partly Cloudy
Sat, Nov 14
Night
29°F
Partly Cloudy
Mostly Sunny
Sun, Nov 15
Day
39°F
Mostly Sunny
Source: National Weather Service (weather.gov)

🔥 Wildfires nearby

No active fire perimeters nearby. ✅

Source: National Interagency Fire Center (WFIGS)

🗓️ Typical weather

Due to high elevations, this location can be 30-35 degrees cooler than the valley below. It is often snow-covered in winter and spring. Check the weather forecast here: https://www.weather.gov/vef/RecDV

Rules

Quiet Hours:10 PM to 7 AM. Camping Limits: 1 recreational vehicle w/tow, 2 cars, or 4 motorcycles. 8 people per site. Stay limited to 30 days. No holding or reserving sites. Check-out Time:12 PM Noon Camp Fires: No wood gathering. Fires only in NPS firegrates as provided. Fires must not be left smoldering or unattended. No trash in firegrate. Fire restrictions are in effect from 6/15-9/15; during this time, no open flames are allowed, but controlled flame devices with shut off valves and gas, jellied petroleum, or pressurized liquid fuel sources are allowed. Waste Water: No dumping allowed at this location. Pets: Must be confined or on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Do not leave unattended. Allowed along roads, in campground, and in developed areas only. Owners are responsible for cleanup. Food/Trash: unattended food, garbage or cooking equipment must be sealed in a vehicle or a solid container. Do not feed wildlife.

Trails near camp

Campground information from the National Park Service. Confirm current status with the park before you go.