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Navajo Flat Campground, off-highway vehicle (OHV) Trailhead and day use area is an ideal location for OHV enthusiasts to enjoy the many trails in the surrounding area. A multi-use trail system that includes routes designated for motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) is located adjacent to this campground, known as a mecca for motorized fun. Recreation Navajo Flat Campground, OHV trailhead and day use area is best appreciated by true OHV enthusiasts. ATVs, quad runners, dual sports and single track riders will find easy access to 45 miles of marked and rated trails all accessible from your campsite. There is also a kid's track/beginner track located within the facility boundary. Motorized access leads to a wide variety of non-motorized activities such as hiking, fishing, hunting and equestrian trails. Facilities Open daily and year-round, Navajo Flat Campground has six campsites, five of which include a shaded canopy structure, all include a fire ring and picnic table. There is one vault toilet. You should plan to be completely self-sustainable for the duration of your trip. There is no potable water (drinking water) or electricity onsite. There is no dump station. This facility is "Pack it in. Pack it out." Natural Features Oak, conifer and various chaparral trees dot the landscape in this rider's paradise. The terrain is mostly rocky and hard packed. The views of the coastline and the Sierra Mountains on clear days can be enjoyed from the higher peaks such as Pozo Summit. Navajo Flat Campground, OHV trailhead and day use area includes a kiosk outlining information about the ecosystem, Tread Lightly and Leave No Trace ethics, as well as an OHV trail map of the area. Nearby Attractions Hiking trails, hunting, mountain biking, fishing and shopping are all within 29 miles of the campground. ADA Access: N
From Santa Margarita, CA, head northeast on H St toward Margarita Ave. Turn right onto CA-58 E 1.4 miles, then turn left to stay on CA-58 E for 22.9 miles. Turn right onto Forest Rte 29S15/Red Hill Rd. Turn left onto Red Hill Rd. Turn left onto Forest Rte 28S02/Red Hill Rd. go 0.5 miles. Navajo Flat Campground, 11156 Red Hill Rd, Santa Margarita, CA.
This place was a great camp I went during spring there was a TON of Flying insects and not enough bug repellant. Take an arsenal of bug stuff ! And I mean an Arsenal not 1 bottle an Arsenal !! Well during spring time.
So fun to camp and ride! Can't wait to go again! They have a vaulted toilet there but it's better to bring your own even if it's a camping toilet seat the you click on to a 5 gal bucket and have trash bags withh kitty litter in it!
The Staging area is open but the road to the campgrounds are closed with the road being partially washed out. The rain has changed the trails a bit with more ruts and rocks on the trails. There are a lot of gnats that bug spray might help with.
We have now camped out here twice! Having the ability to camp and ride the dirt bikes is the best!! Love it! We even decided to have a Thanksgiving camp out for the first time! Total success! It's got 6 camp sites, first come, so if you're planning to camp, the earlier, the better, so that you are able to claim a spot. You can not reserve a site online or anywhere else. The sites are also used for day use, usually for riders. There is also a beginners track right behind the campground. You can get the info online about costs. There is a board with envelopes for payment at the front of the parking lot. There is one covered building portapotty. There are no large dumpsters, so plan to pack your own trash out. People should know it's definitely not for the high maintenance people, as there are no electric hookups, nor is there water. If you don't have a generator or lanterns, it's probably not for you! There are picnic tables, a BBQ, and a firepit at each site. There is also no phone service. However, we were able to get some near the bathroom, so if you're down for riding dirtbikes and tuffin it out, you'll be fine and have a blast!
