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Emigrant Campground

federal · Death Valley, CA

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  • dump station20 mi
  • fuel station8.8 mi

NPS/C. Rohe · Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

The campground, water system, and restrooms at Emigrant have been closed since late August 2025 due to flood damage. The damage to the 5-mile-long water pipe and associated water system is substantial and there is no estimated repair date. First-come, first-served tent-only campground with no additional fee. Located next to CA 190 at 2100' feet in elevation. This is a small campground with 10 sites southwest of Stovepipe Wells Ranger Station.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Dump station

    20 mi
  • fuel station

    Stovepipe Wells Gas Station

    8.8 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    9.0 mi
  • trailhead

    Mosaic Canyon Trailhead

    6.9 mi
  • attraction

    Death Valley National Park

    8.3 mi

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/11/2026

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