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Mercury Dry Campground Appeal

San Bernardino County

Summary

Neighbors appealed the Planning Commission's approval of a 12-site dry campground in Joshua Tree, expressing worries about rural quiet, property values, wildlife, and lack of on-site supervision. The Board denied the appeal and upheld the project with tightened restrictions on trailers and power generators.

At a glance

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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.

Impact analysis

✅Who benefits

Campground operators and visitors seeking regulated ecotourism and camping opportunities in the high desert.

⚠️Who could be affected

Adjacent property owners concerned about tranquility, privacy, and public safety in their rural neighborhood.

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