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            "answer": "Full hookups with 30/50-amp electric, water, and sewer run $30 per night. Dry camping is available for $10 per night. The park has 9 sites total and is described by guests as well-maintained."
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            "answer": "The park provides 30 and 50-amp electric service along with water and sewer connections at each full-hookup site. It's a solid overnight stop with all the essentials covered."
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            "answer": "The lodge is at 1000 Lillyhill Drive in Needles, California 92363. Needles sits right on the California-Arizona border along I-40, making it a natural stopping point for cross-country travelers."
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            "answer": "You can reach out through the official Elks Lodge contact page at elks.org using lodge number 1608. You can also simply stop by during open hours, 3 to 7 p.m. daily, and someone will be happy to help."
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            "answer": "The lodge runs a regular social calendar including member nights, community fundraisers, and charitable events tied to the Elks National Foundation. Friday evenings tend to draw a lively crowd. Check in with the lodge directly for the current event schedule."
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