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Black Canyon Group and Equestrian CampgroundBasic Information The Black Canyon Equestrian and Group Campground is ideal for larger groups. The group site is available to groups of up to 50 people and up to 30 campers at the equestrian site. Reservations are required.
TOTAL SITES: 2 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 0 Group: 1 Horse: 1 Other: 0 Amenities
Fire/Stove Policy Fires are limited to provided fire rings. Campers must bring their own wood. Wood cannot be collected in the Preserve. Toilet Types
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Weather At 4,400 feet in elevation, Hole-in-the-Wall is a respite from summer heat at lower elevations. In late summer, strong monsoon storms can drop large amounts of rain and flood low-lying areas, making roads in and out of the campground hazardous. Fall brings cooler temperatures and marks the beginning of hunting season. Winter brings freezing temperatures and occasional snow. Black Canyon Equestrian and Group Campground Nightly rates will be $50 beginning January 1, 2025. $50.00 Email Address Phone number (Voice) Mailing Address 2701 Barstow RoadBarstow, CA 92332 Physical Address Black Canyon RoadEssex, CA 92332 Directions From Los Angeles, Barstow, and Joshua Tree via Interstate 40: Exit Essex Road and drive north for 10 miles and turn right at the junction to Black Canyon Road. Continue for 10 miles to Hole-in-the-Wall. The roads are paved until the turn-off into the campground. Cell phone service is unreliable. From Death Valley and Las Vegas via Interstate 15: From the Kelbaker Road, Cima Road, or Nipton Road entrances, make your way to Kelso-Cima Road and turn east onto Cedar Canyon Road. Continue onto Cedar Canyon RoaCell Phone Additional Information Cell phone reception is unreliable. Internet Additional Information Public Wi-Fi is available 24/7 at the Hole-in-the-Wall Information Center 1 mile away. Regulations The Superintendent's Compendium is a compilation of designations, closures, permit requirements, and other restrictions made by the superintendent, in addition to what is contained in Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations (Chapter 1, Parts 1 through 7 and 34), and other applicable federal statutes and regulations.
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Accessibility Information
ADA Information - There are no designated ADA campsites. Wheelchair Access - Campground is unpaved, consisting of hard-packed dirt and gravel. The group campground covered pavilion is raised and does not have a ramp. The nearest wheelchair-accessible restroom is at Hole-in-the-Wall Visitor Center. RV & Trailer Information - RVs and trailers are permitted. Vehicles cannot block roads, trample vegetation, or enlarge the existing footprint of the site. RV Allowed - Yes RV Max Length in Feet - 40 Trailer Allowed - Yes Trailer Max Length in Feet - 40 Classification - This campground is a limited development campground. |
Last updated: February 24, 2025