Sawtooth Canyon Campground

Star4.49
148 reviews
2601 Barstow Rd, Barstow, CA 92311, USA

Quick Facts

Price

Free

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Allowed

RV Friendly

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Sawtooth Canyon Campground
$0.00 - $0.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.49

Recommended

Based on 148 reviews

202 Google reviews

"User reviews highlight the campground's natural beauty, rock climbing opportunities, and free access. However, they also mention issues such as overcrowding during weekends, etiquette concerns among rock climbers, and the condition of vault toilets."

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Fees & Passes at Sawtooth Canyon Campground

Free

Campsite fees

Standard Site

Basic tent/RV spot

Free
Premium Site

Best views or amenities

Free
Prices verified December 8, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official reservation website.



About Sawtooth Canyon Campground

Where ancient rock spires pierce the desert sky and climbers' chalk marks tell stories of vertical adventures, Sawtooth Canyon Campground beckons the bold and the curious. Affectionately dubbed 'New Jack City' by the climbing community that first put it on the map, this free primitive campground delivers an authentic desert experience without the crowds. Shade ramadas offer respite from the sun, while fire pits and barbecue grills invite evening gatherings under some of the darkest, most star-studded skies in Southern California. With vault toilets and wide-open spaces perfect for tent camping, Sawtooth Canyon proves that sometimes the best things in life really are free—especially when they come with front-row seats to nature's most dramatic rock sculpture garden.
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Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are allowed
Primitive
Primitive are allowed
Reservable
Reservations are not allowed


Amenities available

Fire rings
Picnic tables
Cell phone service
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Climbing
Climbing opportunities may be available in nearby natural areas such as rocky outcrops, boulders, or cliff faces. Visitors should bring appropriate gear and check local regulations or park guidelines before attempting any climbs.
Winter Activities
Winter activities are not specifically mentioned, but the campground is a year-round destination for rock climbing and hiking.
Water Sports
There are no water sports opportunities as the campground lacks water bodies.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are allowed

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Humidity: 40%
Wind: 3.1 mph
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2601 Barstow Rd, Barstow, CA 92311, USA

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.5
148 reviews
Recommended
Recommended
Sawtooth Canyon Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
User reviews highlight the campground's natural beauty, rock climbing opportunities, and free access. However, they also mention issues such as overcrowding during weekends, etiquette concerns among rock climbers, and the condition of vault toilets.
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Last updated December 8, 2025
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