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Ryan Campground, Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
Lat:33.9830583392
Lng:-116.154390354
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National Park ServiceLast Updated: July 24, 2026
Campground
Ryan Campground
National Park ServiceCampground
Ryan Campground, Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
National Park ServiceLast Updated: July 24, 2026
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.
Ryan campground is open year-round and is reservable through recreation.gov.
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.
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Ryan Campground is centrally located along Park Boulevard. The campground is 17 miles from the town of Joshua Tree and 18 miles from Twentynine Palms.
Ryan Individual Campsite
A maximum of six people, three tents, and two cars may occupy an individual campsite, only if there is space available. Some sites only have enough parking for one vehicle.
Ryan Horse Site
Reservations are required for horse campsites. There are 4 horse sites available.
Ryan Bicycle Sites
Sites 32A, 32B and 32C are for bicyclist, first-come, first-served. Three people max and no parking for support vehicles.
Senior/Access Pass Ryan Individual Campsite
Nightly camping fee for one site for a camper with a Senior or Access pass. A maximum of six people, three tents, and two cars may occupy an individual campsite, only if there is space available. Some sites only have enough parking for one vehicle.
Wheelchair Access
Ryan Campground has unpaved roads and campsites. There is a wheelchair accessible restroom.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
RVs are allowed. There is no water and no hookups.
RV Maximum Length
35
Trailer Maximum Length
35
ADA Information
There are no ADA accessible campsites at Ryan Campground. Campgrounds with ADA accessible campsites include Indian Cove (site 1), Jumbo Rocks (site 122), and Black Rock (site 61).
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
Equestrian use is allowed with restrictions in Joshua Tree National Park. Stock use is limited to horses and mules and is restricted to designated equestrian trails and corridors, open dirt roads, and shoulders of paved roads. Riders should travel single file to reduce damage to soil and vegetation. Stock animals are not permitted within 1/4 mile of any natural or constructed water source. Horses and other stock are not permitted on nature trails, in the Wonderland of Rocks, in campgrounds, in picnic areas, or at any visitor centers. a permit is required to camp with stock in the backcountry; call 760-367-5545. Equestrian trail maps are available at visitor centers. http://www.nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/horseback-riding.htm
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Senior/Access Pass Ryan Horse Site
Nightly camping fee for one site for a camper with a Senior or Access pass. Reservations are required for horse campsites. There are 4 horse sites available
Senior/Access Pass Ryan Bicycle Campsite
Nightly camping fee for one site for a camper with a Senior or Access pass. Sites 32A, 32B and 32C are for bicyclist, first-come, first-served. They are $5 per person, per night. Three people max and no parking for support vehicles.