Homestake Primitive Campground
Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No reservations. Free camping with valid Death Valley entrance fee or annual pass. Access requires high-clearance 4WD with all-terrain tires.
Extreme Heat Warning issued October 9 at 12:35PM PDT until October 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures near 110 degrees and overnight lows between 80 and 85 degrees. This will yield at least major Heat Risk, impacting anyone without adequate cooling and hydration. For the Wind Advisory, south winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Elevations in Death Valley National Park below 2000 feet. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 5 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will likely be a lull in the winds from late Saturday night through Sunday morning before winds increase once again Sunday afternoon.
Flood Watch issued October 9 at 12:25PM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of southeast California, including the following areas, Death Valley National Park and Western Mojave Desert and south central Nevada, including the following area, Esmeralda and Central Nye County. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Incoming tropical moisture will lead to widespread shower and thunderstorm activity, some of which may cause flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 9 at 12:35PM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures near 110 degrees and overnight lows between 80 and 85 degrees. This will yield at least major Heat Risk, impacting anyone without adequate cooling and hydration. For the Wind Advisory, south winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Elevations in Death Valley National Park below 2000 feet. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 5 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will likely be a lull in the winds from late Saturday night through Sunday morning before winds increase once again Sunday afternoon.
About
Homestake Primitive Campground offers an intensely remote camping experience in Death Valley's backcountry. Located at 3,785 feet elevation near the iconic Racetrack Playa with its mysterious sailing stones, this campground rewards those with the vehicle capability and backcountry experience to reach it. The 10 sites are completely undeveloped with no services of any kind. Access requires navigating rough 4WD roads for considerable distances. From Ubehebe Crater, you'll travel 20 miles on Racetrack Road to Teakettle Junction, then another 9.5 miles past the Racetrack playa. The alternative route via Lippincott Pass from Saline Valley Road is even more challenging and should only be attempted by experienced off-road drivers. This is self-sufficient camping in every sense. There are no toilets, no water, no trash service, and no cell coverage. Campers must bring all water, pack out all waste, and be prepared for complete self-rescue if vehicle problems occur. Charcoal fires are permitted only in NPS metal fire pits; all stoves and grills must be gas-burning.
Directions
From CA-190 at the Scotty's Castle Road junction, travel north 38 miles toward Ubehebe Crater. Just before the crater parking area, turn right onto unpaved Racetrack Road. Travel 20 miles on this high-clearance 4WD road and turn right at Teakettle Junction. Continue 9.5 miles past the Racetrack playa to reach the campground.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Deva_Information@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (760) 786-3200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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