About Ivanpah Dry Lake East
This site contains an informational kiosk for the Ivanpah Windsailing Special Recreation Management Area.
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Ivanpah Dry Lake East
Nipton, California · San Bernardino County · Facility
This site contains an informational kiosk for the Ivanpah Windsailing Special Recreation Management Area.
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35.60368, -115.38703
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Weather at Ivanpah Dry Lake East
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Clear
85°/58°
🌬 14mph
↑ 5:27 AM ↓ 7:50 PM
Sun
Clear
93°/62°
🌬 11mph
↑ 5:27 AM ↓ 7:51 PM
Mon
Clear
95°/64°
🌬 19mph
↑ 5:27 AM ↓ 7:51 PM
Tue
Partly Cloudy
96°/68°
🌬 14mph
↑ 5:26 AM ↓ 7:52 PM
Wed
Overcast
97°/69°
🌬 18mph
↑ 5:26 AM ↓ 7:53 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
From California eastbound I-15, exit at Primm, NV. Follow signs to the Outlet Stores. At the far end of the road look for the kiosk and parking lot.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Ivanpah Dry Lake East
Heading to Ivanpah Dry Lake East? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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