Amboy draws Route 66 pilgrims and desert adventurers to its faded neon at Roy's Motel and the stark Amboy Crater volcano. Eight RV parks nearby provide easy access to these icons, with rates starting at $30 a night. Park your rig here to hike cinder cones, chase Kelbaker Road sunsets, and explore Mojave National Preserve under endless stars.
Amboy hunkers in the Mojave Desert along historic Route 66. Roy's Motel and Café glows with 1930s signage that screams classic Americana. Amboy Crater rises 250 feet, a young volcano from 6,000 years ago that hikers tackle via a steep trail. Mojave National Preserve wraps the area in dunes, boulders, and Joshua trees. Kelbaker Road cuts through, linking to Kelso Depot's railroad history.
Eight RV parks anchor your Mojave stay. Heart of the Mojave West suits budget travelers at $30 per night. Kelso Dunes Dispersed in the Preserve offers pet-friendly pull-through sites for easy big-rig access. Kelbaker Boulders Dispersed lets you build campfires amid rocks, perfect for families with dogs. Van Winkle Mountain Basecamp draws off-roaders to rugged terrain. Heart of the Mojave on Kelbaker Road handles groups and big rigs with pet allowances.
Amboy is known for Roy's Motel and Café, an iconic Route 66 stop, and Amboy Crater, a 250-foot volcanic cinder cone. These landmarks pull in history buffs and hikers who trace the Mother Road's path through the Mojave. The crater trail climbs 1.5 miles round-trip, rewarding summits with panoramic desert views. Mojave National Preserve adds dunes and boulders nearby for extended adventures.
Find eight RV parks near Amboy, including Heart of the Mojave West, Kelso Dunes Dispersed, and Kelbaker Boulders Dispersed in Mojave National Preserve. Heart of the Mojave on Kelbaker Road sits right on the road with big rig sites. Van Winkle Mountain Basecamp offers remote basecamp vibes. Most cluster along Kelbaker Road for quick access to Roy's and the crater.
Yes, several RV parks near Amboy welcome pets. Kelso Dunes Dispersed and Kelbaker Boulders Dispersed in Mojave National Preserve both allow dogs. Heart of the Mojave on Kelbaker Road also permits pets alongside group sites and big rigs. Leash rules apply in the Preserve; pack waste bags for desert trails.
