Black Canyon Group and Equestrian Campground
Black Canyon Road, Essex, CA, 92332
Last Updated: November 4, 2025
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Campground Overview
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.
Rules
Fire/Stove Policy
Fires are limited to provided fire rings. Campers must bring their own wood. Wood cannot be collected in the Preserve.
Regulations Overview
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. Groups of 25 or more people and/or 7 or more vehicles are required to obtain a special use permit to visit any parts of the preserve beyond 1 mile of the Group Campground.
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