Needles Recreation Area
Phone: 760-326-7000
The Needles office jurisdiction covers California's east coast adjacent to the mighty Colorado River, southward to the Turtle Mountain Wilderness Area, west past the Amboy Crater and on north to the Nevada state line. The area encompassess over 3 million acres of desert wonderment. Elevations range from a low of 500 ft above sea level to well over 7,000 ft at Kingston Peak. Within this geographical range resides a myriad of flora and fauna. Whether it's viewing the bighorn sheep ascending steep cliffs, being serenaded at night by the howling coyotes, the beauty of the spring wildflower bloom, the spectacular summer thunderstorms and sunsets, the pleasant hiking weather in the fall or the occasional dusting of snow in the winter, you are sure to enjoy your visit.
More info at http://www.ca.blm.gov/needles/camp.html