![]() These large campsites can accommodate up to 45 people. The exception to the first-come, first-served rule at Valley of Fire State Park are the three group-use campsites. While we were camped at Atlatl Rock Campground, a couple was sent packing after dark when a staff member noticed they were parked in an ADA site and did not meet the requirements. Do not park in these campsites if you do not have the proper parking permit, as the staff will ask you to leave immediately. While parking at ADA sites is allowed at some campgrounds when all other spaces are full, Valley of Fire reserves these sites exclusively for travelers with a disabled parking placard. Within Atlatl Rock Campground, there are four ADA campsites reserved for campers with disabilities. Receipts with Departure Date are Clipped to Campsite Number Posts ADA Campsites Grab a form and envelope from the self-pay station when you first arrive, so you can claim a campsite as soon as you find one. Always respect fellow travelers’ privacy and never knock on anyone’s door. Campers already parked have the right to extend their stay, so keep in mind the date may not always be accurate. Wait for the campers to come outside to speak to them and confirm if they are actually leaving. When you arrive at the campground, you can walk around and check the dates on each post to identify which campsites are likely to be open. There are posts at the front of each campground where campers will display the receipt with their departure date. During our week-long stay, a few campsites opened up each day, but were quickly filled by waiting campers. We arrived about 9:30am on a Monday morning in March and there were two available sites. For the best chance at getting a spot, arrive early on a weekday morning. The park is very popular and the campgrounds are often full, especially when the weather is nice. There is never a guarantee that you will be able to secure a campsite at Valley of Fire State Park. Campsites are $20 per night with an additional $10 per night fee for the sites with RV hookups. All camping stays are limited to 14 days in a 30 day period. All of the individual sites at Atlatl Rock Campground are first-come, first-served. With the exception of group camping (see details below), no camping reservations are available at Valley of Fire State Park. The size of each campsite varies greatly, but the largest sites can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet long. Two dump stations are available for campers and other visitors. There is limited cell service, but Wi-Fi is available for a fee. Campsites also have shade structures, picnic tables and grills. There are two bathhouses with flush toilets and hot showers in Atlatl Rock Campground. In terms of more practical amenities, the campground has all of the basics. For added excitement, Bighorn sheep who live in the park are frequent visitors to the campground. Just sitting in the campground and taking in the views could keep campers entertained for hours. ![]() The vivid red rocks are one of the most impressive natural features I have ever seen. ![]() Amenities at Atlatl Rock Campgroundīy far the best amenity at Atlatl Rock Campground is the natural beauty. For those wondering, the word is pronounced as ÄT-lät-ul. One of these drawings is of an atlatl, a tool that was used to throw arrows and spears before the invention of bows. The boulder, which is 50 feet off the ground and accessible via a large staircase, is notable because it is covered in ancient petroglyphs. Average high temperatures in summer months are well over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, so it is best to visit in late fall or early spring.Ītlatl Rock Campground is named for a boulder that sits near the entrance to the campground. Many of the parks famous landmarks can be viewed from the car or on short hikes. These awe-inspiring red rocks can be found throughout the park, including in and around both campgrounds. The park is famous for its bright red Aztec sandstone outcrops. Valley of Fire State Park is easily accessible by car or RV and is located less than an hour from Las Vegas, Nevada. ![]()
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