A shaded pavilion protects several picnic tables from the intense desert sun
Photo: NPS Photo
About
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.
Campsites
Location
Black Canyon Road
Essex, CA 92332
Fees
Hours
Black Canyon Group and Equestrian Campground is open year-round. Reservations are required.
Reservations
Reservations are required.
Make a Reservation →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 Roa
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.
Accessibility
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.
Public Wi-Fi is available 24/7 at the Hole-in-the-Wall Information Center 1 mile away.
Cell phone reception is unreliable.
Fires are limited to provided fire rings. Campers must bring their own wood. Wood cannot be collected in the Preserve.
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RVs and trailers are permitted. Vehicles cannot block roads, trample vegetation, or enlarge the existing footprint of the site.
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There are no designated ADA campsites.
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Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Limited Development Campground