Hanning Flat Dispersed Area: Free Camping in Bend, CA

34 reviews

County Road 21, Bend, CA 97701, USA
+1 559-539-2607
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Hanning Flat Dispersed Area Introduce

Welcome to Hanning Flat Dispersed Area, located on County Road 21, Bend, CA 97701. As a part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, Hanning Flat Dispersed Area offers free, dispersed camping in a natural setting.

Based on customer reviews, Hanning Flat Dispersed Area provides a beautiful and peaceful camping experience. Here's what you can expect:

Free Camping: Offers free dispersed camping, making it an accessible option for budget-conscious campers.
Natural Environment: Beautiful and peaceful scenery with lots of green space.
Water Access: Direct access to water for fishing and swimming.
Wildlife: Presence of cows and occasional snakes (not numerous).
Weather: Can get very hot during the day, with breezy and beautiful nights.
Important Considerations:
- Bring plenty of water due to high daytime temperatures.
- Exercise extreme caution when driving; scouting ahead is crucial to avoid getting stuck.
- This location can be hazardous for vehicles if you are not careful.
Contact Information: For inquiries, you can call (559) 539-2607 or +1 559-539-2607.

Hanning Flat Dispersed Area offers a unique camping experience with direct access to nature and water. However, potential visitors should be aware of the potential hazards, including high temperatures and driving difficulties. It is crucial to scout ahead when driving and bring ample water.

For those seeking a free, natural camping experience with fishing and swimming opportunities, Hanning Flat Dispersed Area is a viable option. Exercise caution and prepare accordingly. Contact the provided phone number for any additional information.

Details

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Activities
Hiking

Amenities
Restroom
Running water
Tent sites

Children
Good for kids

Parking
On-site parking

Pets
Dogs allowed

Location

California Kern County Bend County Road 21

Customer Reviews

4.0

34 reviews

Isabella Kintz

Jun 06, 2020

Free camping! Very beautiful and peaceful! The campground has cows and a few snakes (not too many) you can drive right up to the water fish and swim if you want too! Make sure to bring lots of water it gets pretty hot during the day! Very breezy and beautiful at night!

MJ Brewer

Oct 15, 2024

Private and resolute place to utilize AS LONG AS YOU SCOUT AHEAD OF YOUR VEHICLE. Let me just say this location is a tow truck’s bread and butter of you’re not cautious. Peace and quiet. Lots of green.

Joss

Jun 24, 2021

Just spent a night car camping here on our road trip. It was very peaceful - no one else drove by us. We didn’t see any cows or snakes but we saw some quails and a road runner. We were looking forward to spending the day in the lake since we arrived late at night. The lake has dried up a lot so we weren’t able to reach it from our camping spot.

Jesse Warren

Jan 06, 2019

Nice place for free & legal dispersed camping, plenty of space and cool little rocky hill to climb. Vistas in all directions for days. 4WD vehicle would be fun here.

Jul 25, 2024

The worst side of lake Isabella to go. The sand is extremely loose and deep. If you drive even halfway to the water, expect to get stuck. Also the lakebed itself is junk. More of a swamp side to lake Isabella. I will never go to this side of the lake again, and definitely don't recommend.

S T

Mar 19, 2025

The road is too treacherous for an RV and as of 3/18/25 it is flooded. Only about 1/4 of a mile can be traveled on the road, absolutely no camping locations.

Tai Her

Jan 05, 2021

I tried out some dispersed camping here at Hanning Flat and I was driving towards the lake and my car got stuck in sand. It was a dumb mistake but I learned my lesson. Luckily, I was able to make phone calls and use internet on my phone from here. I called for help and got out. Just a warning for any off-road newbies out there. Pay attention and don't drive towards the lake unless you know for sure your vehicle can handle sand and make sure you have a shovel and a tire traction device with you in case you still get stuck. Here'a photo of my car in the sand and a pin drop to show the location where I was stuck.