Afton Canyon Campground is in the Mojave Desert off Interstate 15, forty-three miles east of Barstow. This spartan campground is along one of the few places where water flows most of the year in the Mojave River. The river has carved out a miniature Grand Canyon with sculptured 300-foot cliffs of multiple colors. The green habitat along the river attracts an abundance of wildlife. Besides wildlife watching, the area is popular for horseback riding, photography, star-gazing, hiking, and rockhounding.
Afton Canyon Campground consists of 22 primitive campsites for tents, RVs and trailers. Each site has a picnic table and fire grill. Pit toilets are nearby. Piped water is sometimes available, but campers are advised to bring their own. For those who want a fire, include firewood among your supplies. Trash must be packed out. At times the dirt road leading into the campground may require a high-clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicle. Occasional trains pass through the canyon.
| Afton Canyon Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Afton Canyon Campground Location: | 3½ miles south on Afton Canyon Road off I-15, forty-three miles east of Barstow. |
| Elevation: | 1,415 feet |
| Mileage from Gateway City: | Barstow - 46 miles
Los Angeles - 155 miles Las Vegas, NV - 123 miles |
| Number of Campsites: | 22 |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by: | Bureau of Land Management |
| BLM Barstow Office: | (760) 252-6000 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations: | No reservations available - all campsites at Afton Canyon Campground are first-come, first-served. |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 30 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $6 per night |
| Check-in, check-out: | Any time |
| Afton Canyon Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic tables, fire rings |
| Campground: | Pit toilets, sometimes piped water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Afton Canyon Campground: | Explore Afton Canyon, watching for raptors and other wildlife. Find many nearby off-road vehicle areas. Experienced desert travelers, investigate the Cady Mountains by 4-wheel vehicle or on foot. Experienced desert travelers, hike to the summit of Cady Peak. Enjoy all the attractions in Calico Ghost Town near Barstow. Spot the world's tallest thermometer in Baker along I-15. |
Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Opening anc closing dates for campgrounds may be affected by the weather.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
San Bernardino County covers more than 20,000 square miles of mountains, forests, desert, and valleys. Those who set out to explore San Bernardino County have a wide variety of places to investigate. Visitors at Afton Canyon Campground have many exciting desert wonders to explore.
Check Bureau of Land Management - Afton Canyon Campground for any campground updates.
