Equipment & Vehicle Limits
Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.
- Max Vehicle Length
- 40
- Driveway Surface
- Gravel
- Driveway Entry
- Pull-through
Capacity & Rules
- Pets Allowed
- Yes
Site Features
- Shade
- Yes
- Campfire Allowed
- Yes
How Site Site 17 Compares
- One of 27 sites at Valley of Fires Recreation Area — 27 of them in the Valley of Fires loop.
- Pull-through site — no backing up required. 10 of 27 sites here are pull-through.
Other sites in the Valley of Fires loop
Photos from Valley of Fires Recreation Area
Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.
Interpretive Sign — Wendy Brown/BLM
Kipuka Trailhead — Wendy Brown/BLM
Group Shelter 2 — BLM
Shower/Restroom — BLM
Looking South — Roswell BLM
Valley of Fires Junior Ranger Booklet — BLM
Campground Map — BLM
Enjoying the nature trail. — BLMPermitted Equipment
RVTrailerPICKUP CAMPERPOP UPFIFTH WHEELCARAVAN/CAMPER VANCARVEHICLE
Booking Tips for Site Site 17
- Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
- Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
- Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
- Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
- Check-in/out: 11:00 AM / 02:00 PM
- Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
- Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reserve campsite Site 17?
Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.
What size RV fits at site Site 17?
Max vehicle length is 40 ft.
What hookups does site Site 17 have?
This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.
Are pets allowed at site Site 17?
Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.
What are the check-in / check-out times?
Check-in: 11:00 AM. Check-out: 02:00 PM.
Can I have a campfire at site Site 17?
Campfires are allowed when no fire restrictions are in effect. Check current conditions before arrival.
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