The Ranger Station stands as the first greeting when you arrive at Circle-X Ranch.
Circle X Ranch Group Campground is the only campground the National Park Service operates in the Santa Monica Mountains. Visit
Open views at the Emigrant tenting sites.
The campground, water system, and restrooms at Emigrant have been closed since late August 2025 due to flood damage. The
Dry Creek Group Campground
Dry Creek Group Campground includes two large campsites. Each site is primitive and may be reserved for groups of up
This developed campground is located on the edge of a large meadow.
Enjoy ancient coast redwoods, grazing Roosevelt elk and black-tailed deer in Elk Prairie, easy access to over 70 miles of
Crystal Creek Site 1
The Crystal Creek campground offers two secluded sites along Crystal Creek and is a short drive away from both Crystal
Sheep Camp Site 1
Sheep Camp is nestled in the mixed oak/pine/fir woodlands with nearby access to numerous trails and is a great launching
Ryan Campground has 31 sites including 4 equestrian sites.
Ryan Campground has 31 campsites. All campsites are reservation only. The campground is centrally located in the park and is
The spring which gives the campground its name is a short walk away.
Typically open seasonally, late fall through mid-April. First-come, first-served campground located in the hills above Furnace Creek. Great views and
Sunset Campground is in a flat alluvial area with distant views of mountains.
Open seasonally, typically late fall through mid-to-late April. First-come, first-served, large campground that rarely fills. This location has little to
Bathroom facilities at Stovepipe Wells Campground.
Open seasonally, typically late fall through mid-to-late April. First-come, first-served campground located at sea level. Fee is paid at the
Situated in a magnificent old-growth redwood grove on the banks of the wild and scenic Smith River, this campground offers
Check out the information board next to site #2 for updated campground information.
***No Potable Water Available in the Wildrose Area. Closest available water ~31 miles north at Stovepipe Wells, CA. First-come, first-served
The volcanic rock formations at Hole in the Wall are a gorgeous backdrop to the campsites
At 4,400 feet in elevation, Hole-in-the-Wall Campground is surrounded by sculptured volcanic rock walls and makes a great basecamp for
Horse Camp site #1
Horse Camp is specifically for camping with horses. The open area allow ease of parking for horse trailers. Several trails
Clear Creek at Peltier Bridge Campground
Sited along Clear Creek, the Peltier Bridge campground offers 9 sites and access to numerous trails. All sites offer a
Hidden Valley has 44 Campsites and is a popular campground.
The Hidden Valley Campground has 44 sites. There are pit toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits. There is no water
Campsites at MId Hills feature fire pits and picnic tables
The Hackberry Fire swept through the Mid Hills area in June 2005, burning much of the vegetation. About half of
Second-growth forests surround this campground.
Sleep beneath towering maples and young redwoods. Access to Mill Creek, miles of varied hiking trails, and summer programs. Located
A shaded pavilion protects several picnic tables from the intense desert sun
The Black Canyon Equestrian and Group Campground is ideal for larger groups. The group site is available to groups of
Brandy Creek Site 1
This two site campground is found just off Brandy Creek Road, with Brandy Creek accessible a short walk away. The
Brandy Creek RV Campground
A secluded hilltop RV site close to Brandy Creek Marina and within walking distance of Brandy Creek Beach, the Brandy
Settling into the campground.
Bicentennial Campground is the easiest to reach campground in Golden Gate, approximately 100 yards from the parking area near Battery
Gold Bluffs Beach campsites are all exposed to fog and strong winds.
Experience the wild Pacific coastline and grazing Roosevelt elk in this campground, with easy access to a secluded stretch of
Rangers are available to take campground fees.
Furnace Creek Campground, near the Visitor Center at 190ft below sea level, is the only NPS campground in the park
Sheep Pass Group Campground is centrally located within Joshua Tree National Park and has easy access to hiking trails and rock climbing routes.
Sheep Pass Group Campground has 6 group campsites and is centrally located within Joshua Tree National Park and is easily
Jumbo Rocks accommodates both RVs and tent camping. There are 124 individual/family sites in this campground. All are first come, first served.
There are 124 individual/family sites in Jumbo Rocks Campground. Reservations are required. The campground is centrally located and offers great
Campsite in A Loop
Indian Well Campground is located 1/2 mile (0.8 km) from the Visitor Center. There are 43 sites available on a
The sandy shore of Kirby Cove.
Kirby Cove is the most popular campground in the Marin Headlands, with spectacular views of San Francisco and the Golden
The vista high atop Hawk Camp.
Hawk Campground is the most remote campground and is located above Tennessee Valley and offers sweeping views of the Marin
Fenced off campsite at Haypress.
Haypress Campground is nestled within the coastal scrub of Tennessee Valley, near Mill Valley. The hike to this campground is
Campers gathered around a fire ring in the campground
Pinnacles Campground is run by Pinnacles Recreation Company. The campground offers tent and group camping, tent cabins, and RV sites.
The entrance station at Indian Cove Campground. You can pay the camping fee and get water here.
Indian Cove Campground is located off of Highway 62, thirteen miles east of Joshua Tree Village and ten miles west
White Tank Campground is nestled among immense granite boulders. The Arch Rock Nature Trail is located here - leading to a spectacular formation.
This is small campground with 15 sites. There are pit toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits. There is no water
Located off Pinto Basin Road in the northern end of the park. Belle has 18 campsites.
This small campground has 18 sites. There are pit toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits. There is no water so
Black Rock is one of the largest campgrounds in the park and is surrounded by a large concentration of Joshua Trees.
This large (99 site) campground is located in the northwest corner of the park. Each campsite has a picnic table
Cottonwood campground has individual and groups sites, including an amphitheater for evening ranger programs.
The Cottonwood Campground is reservation only and has 62 sites, potable water and flush toilets. The Campground is near the
Rob Hill Campground
Open for public tent camping from April 1 to October 31, Rob Hill offers 4 (2 are accessible) group campsites
Potwisha Campground is located amidst an open stand of oaks.
Open year-round except when weather or safety conditions require a closure. Reservations can be made up to four months in
A campsite in Upper Pines Campground.
Upper Pines is located near the Merced River in Yosemite Valley. Yosemite Valley is centrally located in the park and
A limited number of campsites can accommodate RVs and trailers.
Manzanita Lake is the largest campground in the park. Located next to Manzanita Lake near the park's northwest entrance, campers
Anacapa Island Campground
Primitive camping is available (seven sites; $15 per night per site; reservations required). Picnic table, food storage box, and pit
Glen Campground
Glen Campground is located deep within a wooded valley protected from ocean breezes. The closest beach is 2.5-miles away. One
Group Camp Site
The Group Campsite is in the B-Loop of the Indian Well Campground. The group site is only for groups with
A camper enjoys their time at Mesquite campground.
First-come, first-served campground at an elevation of 1,800 feet, located 2 miles off of the Scotty’s Castle Road below Grapevine
Entrance Sign for Thorndike Campground
***No Potable Water Available in the Wildrose Area. Closest available water ~38 miles north at Stovepipe Wells, CA. First-come, first-served
Looking west at Sky Campground from near Sky Campsite 5.
Sky Campground is located on the western side of Mount Wittenberg at an elevation of 1025 feet. In clear weather,
The entrance to Hodgdon Meadow Campground
Hodgdon Meadow Campground is conveniently located along the Big Oak Flat Road at the Big Oak Flat Entrance. At an
Campground Sign
The campground is open year-round but has seasonal restrictions during the winter. May through October: Reservations can be made up
Santa Cruz Island Scorpion Canyon Campground
Primitive camping is available (25 individual sites at $15 per night-per site and 6 group sites at $40 per night-per
Each campsite includes three food lockers, picnic tables, and fire grates.
Lost Creek Group Campground contains only group campsites. All sites are reservation-only. The campground is located five miles south of