The Afton Canyon Campground offer amazing access and camping for the Old Mojave Road, surroundings areas of the Mojave. The dry, desert campground is found in the heart of the Mojave desert at 1640 feet in elevation and is a great place for birding and wildlife due to close proximity to the Mojave River which is briefly above ground in this area.
Afton Canyon Campgrounds features 22 large sites which all include tables with sun shades, BBQ and fire pits. The campground does offer pit toilets and no RV Facilities. The camp sites are dispersed nicely, so you are not going to be too crowded when staying here.
Afton Canyon is commonly referred to as the “The Grand Canyon of the Mojave” due to its diverse geology and impressive rock formations. There are a view slot canyons to explore and even a buried rail road car. Afton Canyon is one of the few places in the Mojave where surface water can be found. Like many deserts, this water offers an oasis which supports the local wild life and plant populations.
Due to the location severe weather, poisonous snakes and flash floods are all possible here.
This campsite is an nice spot for astronomers to view the dark night skys.
Campsites are provided first come first serve.
Afton Canyon is managed by the BLM.
Campground Summary
| Campground Name | Afton Canyon Campground |
| Latitude, Longitude | 35.038306, -116.383813 |
| Address | Afton Rd, Baker, CA 92309 |
| Number of Sites | 19 |
| Elevation | 3800 |
| Reservations | No |
| Amenities | Campsite Tables, Drinking Water, Fire Pit, Fire Rings Grills, Group Camping, Pets OK, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets |
| Webiste | https://www.blm.gov/visit/afton-canyon |