RV Parks in Ridgecrest, California

Ridgecrest Calif hosts 1 RV campground listed on RVParkway a quiet base for exploring the Mojave Desert and Trona Pinnacles National Natural Landmark. This single campground at Desert Empire Fair provides a straightforward stop for travelers between Death Valley and Los Angeles.

What is the only RV campground in Ridgecrest California?

Desert Empire Fair operates the city's sole RV facility with 127 full hookup sites each measuring 45 by 80 feet. The campground sits at 2,300 feet elevation offering 50 amp electric service and a dump station.

How far is the Ridgecrest campground from Death Valley National Park?

The drive from Desert Empire Fair to Furnace Creek Visitor Center covers 96 miles taking about 1 hour and 45 minutes via CA 178 and CA 190. This puts Ridgecrest closer to Death Valley than Las Vegas which sits 151 miles east.

What amenities does Desert Empire Fair RV park offer?

Campers get 30 and 50 amp hookups with water and sewer at every site. Additional features include:

• 5 restroom and shower buildings open year round
• 2 laundry rooms with 4 washers and 4 dryers each
• 1 dump station with 2 bays
• Pet area of 0.5 acres fenced with shade
• Propane filling station open Monday through Saturday 8 AM to 4 PM

What are the nightly rates at Ridgecrest RV park?

Full hookup sites cost $45 per night for two adults with $5 per extra guest per night. Weekly rates drop to $265 saving $50 over the nightly rate while monthly stays run $795 including electricity up to 50 amps.

How does Ridgecrest compare to nearby RV camping options in California?

Ridgecrest offers 1 campground compared to 4 RV parks in California City 32 miles west and 7 in Mojave 70 miles south. Desert Empire Fair provides the most affordable full hookup option between Bakersfield and Las Vegas with rates 20 percent below the state average for similar parks.

What attractions lie near the Ridgecrest campground?

China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station borders the city employing 11,000 people. Trona Pinnacles 20 miles east feature 500 tufa formations up to 140 feet tall. The Maturango Museum 2 miles from the park displays petroglyphs from the Coso Range containing 100,000 carvings.

How do I make a reservation at Desert Empire Fair campground?

Call 760 375 8031 Monday through Friday 9 AM to 5 PM Pacific. The office accepts reservations up to 365 days ahead with a $10 non refundable deposit per night. Same day arrivals check in by 6 PM at the fairground office on 520 South Richmond Road.

What are the best months to visit this Ridgecrest camping option?

October through April bring daytime highs of 68 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit and nighttime lows from 38 to 55 degrees. July and August average 104 degree highs with 0.1 inches of monthly rainfall making these months less comfortable for extended stays.

Ridgecrest Calif hosts 1 RV campground at Desert Empire Fair a practical stop for Death Valley travelers and China Lake visitors. Book through RVParkway or call the fairground to reserve a 45 by 80 foot site with full hookups near the Mojave Desert's volcanic landscapes.