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The Desert View Tower

98%

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161 reviews

· Jacumba, Imperial, California · 93 acres

Hosted by Ben S.

3 tent sites

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Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.

Loaded with history, and set on the "La Posta Pluton," we are 3000 feet above the California's Imperial Valley. Sitting on this land is the historic Desert View Tower, which will turn 100 years old in 2020. The view of the tower couldn't be in a more epic setting. The sunsets, stars and views are world class. Tent camping in the area doesn't get much better than this. Learn more about this land: PLEASE CHECK IN BEFORE DARK. ***If you are showing up after dark, we unfortunately cannot accommodate you. Must arrive before 4 in the winter months, 7pm in the summery months.*** Winds here can be ferocious. A day ahead of time check the weather for Boulder Park CA (That's us). We will happily change for another date. No road access to the camp sites. Tent camping only. No RV spaces available. The Desert Tower is a 93 acre property in the midst of a great field of boulders on a hillside cliff overlooking California's Imperial Valley. One can camp anywhere in the rocks you like...there are tons of hidden gems out there with some great views. There is a sandy area in front of the tower that is very nice and close to the bathrooms -- Enjoy the views and the nighttime stars!PLEASE CHECK IN BEFORE DARK. ***If you are showing up after dark, we unfortunately cannot accommodate you. Must arrive before 4 in the winter months, 7pm in the summery months.*** Winds here can be ferocious. A day ahead of time check the weather for Boulder Park CA (That's us). We will happily change for another date. No road access to the camp sites. Tent camping only. No RV spaces available. The Desert Tower is a 93 acre property in the midst of a great field of boulders on a hillside cliff overlooking California's Imperial Valley. One can camp anywhere in the rocks you like...there are tons of hidden gems out there with some great views. There is a sandy area in front of the tower that is very nice and close to the bathrooms -- Enjoy the views and the nighttime stars!

What to expect

Tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

14 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firepit, communal, wood burning fireplace, private. Discuss plans for fires with the Owner. No fires in winds

Toilet available

Portable toilet

Pets allowed

Potable water available

Hose

Picnic table present

Wifi available

ask for password

No showers

Pack it out

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 9:00 AM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Super Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Short walk

No wheelchair access

Max 3 vehicles

During your trip

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Reviews

98% Recommend259 ratings · 161 reviews

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Tyler B.

1 review

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· April 2025

Tent · With pets

Awesome stay. Ben and his family were warm and hospitable. Doggos were great company. Will be back for sure. Definitely a hidden gem of San Diego and should be on everyon’s bucket list to camp at the Desert View Tower.

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Maholy A H.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

Camping

Tent

I love the camping area, it was super clean and with a table and chairs to use. Ben and Sam were super nice and helpful. We forgot our tent and they were super helpful and let us borrow a really nice one. Definitely will come back. The place is nice and hikings are fun. Thank you

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Margaret A.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· December 2024

Amazing views and great host!

Tent · Group trip

I loved the camping experience we had at the tower! Table, fire pit, and water in the sites. Nice clean bathrooms short walk from all sites and fun hiking trails in the rocks. Host was super communicative. FYI it’s a little walk in from the parking to your campsite, you can’t just drive up to the site so keep in mind with your equipment.

Lilyana L.

5 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2024

Book it!!

Tent · Group trip

I want to live life like they do here. Very warm hosts. Got to chat over the Pete’s coffee they provided us in the morning. The rocks were a giant playground. Such a sick camp spot, I’d love to come back for the air bnb.

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Rosie R.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2024

#peacefulplace🥰🙏

Tent

Nice and peaceful place to camp. For lovers of silence, hiking and enjoying a night under a starry sky, I recommend it

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Shannon B.

11 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2024

Tent · With pets

We really enjoyed our weekend away at Desert View Tower. It was peaceful and relaxing, with lots to explore and sweet puppies to pet. We hope to come back another time!

Location

Jacumba, Imperial, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Xawiƚƚ kwñchawaay (Cocopah) and Kumeyaay/Kumiais First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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