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San Bernardino County
Sunday, October 25, 2026
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Mercury Dry Campground Appeal

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.

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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.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingAug 4, 2026approved

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — August 4, 2026

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.

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Mercury Dry Campground

Sparked neighbor concerns over noise, trespassing, and desert preservation, ultimately approved by the Board with strict operating conditions on generators and trailers.

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