Valley of Fire West Dispersed Camping

We were so excited to check this place out because of the reviews. Unfortunately we got in at 2am and because of our tiredness, we picked the first spot. After setting up the trailer, we realized we were right on top of a pile of poop. Most likely human poop. And guess where we found our dog? That’s right, under the trailer eating the poop! Definitely a crappy night.

Other than that, the scenery is gorgeous, minus the swarm of bees also enjoying the poo in the morning. We got out of there as soon as we could the next morning!

What we learned: scout your spot with a flashlight before pulling in and setting up!

Made the mistake of not allowing enough travel time and got here after dark. Apple maps was a little confusing about the turnoff, but luckily, somebody turned in behind me, so I backed up a bit and followed them in. After what seemed like a mile, but was actually 1/2 mile, I found a spot with a fire pit and with a bit of patience, I was able to back in and set up by myself, getting out with my flashlight a bunch of times.

Waking up to spectacular views out my window made for an exciting morning and my first day of photographing inside Valley of Fire State Park will be a long-time memory for sure. Someone must have been looking out for me because I love my spot and won't be changing for a better one. I highly recommend Valley of Fire West for first-time boondockers, but try to make it when you can see things to make it a lot less stressful.

Good speeds with Verizon 4G/LTE, but a couple of YouTube videos buffered a lot, the rest were good.

We have started a long adventure around the States, this was our first boondocking experience and it was amazing. The place is beautiful, people are very friendly and if you have children they should be able to have a few new friends here. From small wildlife to cool nights, this was my vision boondocking that was stuck in my head before this started. This is a must stop place and we will return for sure. Geocaching the area was a blast with the family. I have a lowered 2wd truck with airbags and was able to make it a mile back to set up our 30' travel trailer with ease. Then was also able to take the trails back a few miles and climb a few small hills with the kids. Cant say enough good things. Also a huge store with almost everything you want is just a short 10 minute ride down the roads. ATV, dirt bikes all that stuff was here also.

Easy to find after mile marker 6. Lots of sites, although a bit too close for us at the beginning.

We drove up 0.8 miles to mounds of gray earth. If you take a right you will find our cul de sac. We easily got in and out with our 38 foot 5th wheel.

We walked up the main road from our site and found only one other suitable area about a 1/4 mile, after that we did not find any other spots (at least on the road we walked on).

We took the drive to Valley of the Fire State Park. It was pretty. They charge you a $10 entrance fee.

Hope you enjoy our view!

Our 1st experience with Boondocking with no services and it was absolutely wonderful!!
Was worried about taking our 41’ 5th wheel off road but our Ford F-350 4x4 handled it with ease!
7 miles off the 15 fwy with fuel, convenience store, diesel, propane and fireworks!Dump station about 3 miles away in Overton.
Definitely will be back again!!