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Ryan Campground
32 sites · $2.50–$30 · Reservations · RVs to 35 ft
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.
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Campsites
Site-by-site details (sizes, hookups, shade) for this campground are coming soon.
Conditions at camp
🌤️ Forecast
🔥 Wildfires nearby
No active fire perimeters nearby. ✅
🗓️ 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
- 🥾 Ryan Ranch 0.8 mi
- 🥾 Cap Rock 0.4 mi
- 🥾 California Riding and Hiking 36.2 mi
- 🥾 Ryan Mountain 1.4 mi
- 🥾 Minerva-Hoyt 1.6 mi
- 🥾 Hidden Valley Nature 0.9 mi
- 🥾 Big Trees Loop 2.3 mi
- 🥾 Sheep Pass Connector 1 mi
- 🥾 Echo T / Barker Dam Connector 0.7 mi
- 🥾 Echo T 0.1 mi
- 🥾 Paac Kuvuhu'k 4.4 mi
- 🥾 Barker Dam 1.1 mi
Campground information from the National Park Service. Confirm current status with the park before you go.