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Picacho State Recreation Area

Imperial · California Department of Parks and Recreation

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

The practical details.

Managing agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Telephone
(760) 996-2963
Hours
Day use and campground open all day and all night.
Official park information

We have not yet verified entry fees, accessibility details. Confirm these with the managing agency before traveling.

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About Picacho State Recreation Area

Picacho State Recreation Area is listed in official public-land records for Imperial, California and is managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation. Our research into visitor facilities is ongoing. Check the managing agency’s information for public entrances, permitted activities, and current access.

Activities & facilities

Camping ↗Boating ↗Picnicking ↗Interpretive programs ↗Fishing ↗Beach visits ↗Swimming ↗Geocaching ↗Hiking ↗Tent CampingGroup CampsitesRemote CampingBoat-in/Floating CampsRV AccessParkingRestroomsDrinking Water AvailableBoat RampsHistorical/Cultural SitePicnic AreasExhibits and ProgramsGuided ToursInterpretive ExhibitsBeach AreaVista PointFamily ProgramsHiking Trails

Recorded from park sources. Availability and restrictions may vary by season or visitor area.

Mapped hiking trails.

OpenStreetMap routes that intersect recorded park boundaries. Distances cover each route’s mapped California portion, which may extend beyond this park. Check official maps and current access rules.

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Map points represent park land, not verified visitor entrances. Follow the managing agency’s entrance directions. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

This point represents park land, and may not be a public entrance. Follow official entrance directions.

Official visitor information & directions ↗

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Sources & verification

Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 20, 2026.

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