The launch area is an unused airport surrounded by vegetated desert landscape.
Landing on concrete is a possibility, so choose your
recovery system accordingly. Outside the airport boundaries, there is lots
of brush and low terrain for rockets to hide in, so tracking
systems of some kind are highly recommended for any but the lowest flights.
The waiver at the Holtville Launch Site is 15,000 feet
From Hwy 8 coming either east or west, take CA-115 exit (exit 131) and go north on CA-115 (Evan Hewes Hwy). Turn right on Miller Road/S33 (may not be marked). Turn left on Kavanaugh Road/S33. Turn right on Highline Road/S33. Turn right on Norrish Road.
The launch area is in the middle of an expanse of open desert surrounded by a larger area of lightly vegetated landscape. Rocket recovery on foot is generally easy due to the limited ground cover.
OFFROAD Vehicle use is prohibited other than for Rocket Recovery. Please note the runways are not cared for and there are numerous large pot holes. Watch where you're driving!
We normally have an ample number of launch pads for rockets of all sizes. We have various sizes of launch rods and rails available.
32 50.454N, 115 15.917W
RVs and Tents Welcome
Campfires OK
ATV use OK
Porta Potties Onsite
No Firearms or Fireworks
Bring lots of drinking water and sunscreen.