Photo: NPS / Emily Hassell

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Ryan Campground

32 sites · $2.50–$30 · Reservations · RVs to 35 ft

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About Ryan

Ryan Campground has 31 campsites. All campsites are reservation only. The campground is centrally located in the park and is adjacent to the California Riding and Hiking Trail. There are 4 designated equestrian sites and reservations are required. For more equestrian campsites, see Black Rock Campground. There is no water available at Ryan Campground. There are 3 bicycle sites available at $5 per night, with no more than 3 tents and 3 people per campsite.

Photos

An unpaved road and campground signage is surrounded by vegetation and rock formations.
Ryan Campground has 31 sites including 4 equestrian sites. · NPS/Brad Sutton
A small wheel chair accessible vault toilet and parking space.
Ryan Campground has vault toilets and no water. · NPS/Brad Sutton
Two tents, a picnic table, fire ring, and Joshua tree are in a campsite.
There are 31 campsites at this centrally located campground. Mt. Ryan and Cap Rock are close by attractions. · NPS/Brad Sutton
A sign that reads "Horse Camp".
Ryan Campground has 4 equestrian campsites. Reservations for equestrian sites are required. · NPS/Brad Sutton
A tent and picnic table are surrounded by a large rock outcrop and vegetation.
There are 31 campsites at Ryan Campground. Nearby attractions include Ryan Mountain and Cap Rock. · NPS/Brad Sutton.

Campsites

Site-by-site details (sizes, hookups, shade) for this campground are coming soon.

Conditions at camp

🌤️ Forecast

Clear
Wed, Nov 11
Tonight
46°F
Clear
Sunny
Thu, Nov 12
Day
68°F
Sunny
Partly Cloudy
Thu, Nov 12
Night
43°F
Partly Cloudy
Mostly Sunny
Fri, Nov 13
Day
61°F
Mostly Sunny
Partly Cloudy
Fri, Nov 13
Night
39°F
Partly Cloudy
Mostly Sunny
Sat, Nov 14
Day
58°F
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Clear
Sat, Nov 14
Night
38°F
Mostly Clear
Sunny
Sun, Nov 15
Day
59°F
Sunny
Source: National Weather Service (weather.gov)

🔥 Wildfires nearby

No active fire perimeters nearby. ✅

Source: National Interagency Fire Center (WFIGS)

🗓️ Typical weather

Days are typically clear with less than 25% humidity. Temperatures are most comfortable in the spring and fall, with an average high/low of 85 and 50°F (29 and 10°C) respectively. Winter brings cooler days, around 60°F (15°C), and freezing nights. It occasionally snows at higher elevations. Summers are hot, over 100°F (38°C) during the day and may cool to around 75°F (24°C) at night. Weather can change quickly. Check a weather forecast before camping.

Rules

There are restrictions to equestrian use in Joshua Tree National Park. Before visiting with stock familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations http://www.nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/horseback-riding.htm. Also familiarize yourself with camping rules and regulations. The full list can be found at: http://www.nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm. A partial list is below: Each site is varied on size and parking. Ensure you know the specifications of your campsite on recreation.gov before buying your permit. Check in and check out are at noon. There is a 30-day camping limit each year. Only 14 of these nights may take place from October-May. All tents, tarps, and other camping equipment must be set up within 25 feet of the picnic table. Food must be stored securely where wildlife cannot get to it. Campsites left vacant for 24 hours will be treated as vacant. Holding or reserving campsites for persons not present is not allowed. Pets must remain on leash at all times and may not be left unattended.

Trails near camp

Campground information from the National Park Service. Confirm current status with the park before you go.