Recreation area

Senator Wash North Shore

Bureau of Land Management · Imperial County · California — managed by Bureau of Land Management

First-come, first-served — no online reservations

About this campground

The Senator Wash North Shore recreational area is approximately 60 acres in size.  There are many trees of various types and several secluded camping areas both on the water and further inland. Gravel beaches provide access to the reservoir. A dump station is available at nearby at South Mesa but requires a fee from September 15 through April 15.  Boat ramp available nearby and small watercraft can be launched from shore.

Getting there

Use Interstate 8 to Yuma, Arizona. Take the 4th Avenue exit to Imperial County Road S24. Go north approximately 22 miles to Senator Wash Road. Turn onto Senator Wash Road and follow it for approximately 3 miles to the South Mesa campground. Turn left, then proceed straight through the campground until arrival at the directional signing which will provide directions to North Shore.

Elevation
314 ft
Contact
928-317-3200

Activities

  • BOATING
  • CAMPING
  • FISHING
  • HIKING
  • OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE
  • SWIMMING SITE

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.