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  Slab City       33°15'35''N  115°27'56''W Elevation 72'  
       
    Slab City: The strangest campground Oh! THATS why they call it slab city! Topographic map of area
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  Access: Approximately 42 miles south of Indio (off I-10) on State highway 111 if approached from the north, or 54.5 km (34 mi.) north on State 111 from I-8 if approached from the south.Turn east on MAIN street in Niland and follow it past railway tracks, this now becomes Beal road. You'll notice what appears to be old check point stations along the way. Also you will know you are there by a beautiful religious artistic display on a hill to your right. Locals call it Salvation Mountain.  
  Facilities: Up to 3000 RVs sqeeze in here in the winter, but there are no facilities except for whatever you bring.  
  Season: Open year round.  
  Fees: None  
  Nearby Hiking Trails: None  
  Nearby 4x4 Trails: There are some powerline roads to explore, but stay south of the canal at all times. North side is a live bombing range.  
  Comments: Formerly known as Camp Dunlop, this navy base closed many many years ago. Today, the foundations and runways attract Rvers by the thousands.  
  Current Weather: Click here for the current 'pointcast' for this spot. ('Pops up' in a new window)  
  Managing Agency: None. Scary, isn't it?  
       
  This information is generally reliable, but not guarranteed. Use this information at your own risk. All outdoor information and conditions are subject to change without notice. Whenever possible, call the managing agency for a current update.