Joshua Tree National Park$30
Ryan
Total sites: 30
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Booking Window: 6 months
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Available this Weekend: 2
Booking Window: 6 months
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Ryan Campground, Joshua Tree National Park, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Ryan Campground is part of Joshua Tree National Park in California (1 hr 21 min north of Indio, CA) with an elevation of 4,282 feet. Ryan Campground is rated 4.5 stars from 741 reviews. There are a total of 30 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 32 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include accessible, restroom, and trash dumpster. Activities include horseback riding, hiking trails and rock climbing.
Severe weather conditions are expected to disrupt travel and outdoor plans at our facility. Please be aware of current conditions and plan your trip accordingly.
Severe weather conditions are expected to disrupt travel and outdoor plans at our facility. Please be aware of current conditions and plan your trip accordingly.
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Campsite Reviews (759)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 68% | |
| 4 star | 19% | |
| 3 star | 5% | |
| 2 star | 2% | |
| 1 star | 3% |
@DeirdreS2F286A · Camped on Mar 9, 2026 at Campsite #17
My favorite campground in JT.
@RoyB6492035 · Camped on Mar 8, 2026 at Campsite #7
Family of 4 had a great time. Enjoyed exploring the rock formations and watching the climbers (wrong word Im sure). Very convenient to Ryan mountain, among other trails.
@Jacquelin40CA2 · Camped on Mar 6, 2026 at Campsite #17
Excellent campsite! Bathrooms were incredibly clean and didnt smell. We had a wonderful time.
@stephenv9A6945 · Camped on Mar 4, 2026 at Campsite #9
Beautiful and clean
@KevinK9789719 · Camped on Mar 4, 2026 at Campsite #12
The campground was well laid out, with most sites nestled into the rock features. Our sites (#12 & #13) were very private when booked together, with an unobstructed view of the dramatic landscape. There are some easy trails that started right next to our camp site, with most of the park's main attractions within a 20min drive of our campground. There is no potable water or plumbing at Ryan Campground, so it is important to bring water with you. But, I must say that the pit toilets at this campground were the cleanest that I've ever seen (and well stocked in toilet paper when we were there).
@VirginiaG35261 · Camped on Mar 3, 2026 at Campsite #8
The campground was fine. The 45 MPH led us to leave a day early. We enjoyed the Skull Rock loop hike. The NPS person didnt need to leave us a note and take down our little clothesline.
@PeteR98844C897 · Camped on Mar 3, 2026 at Campsite #14
Ryan campground was fantastic. We were there for the night after the eclipse and the moon was still close to full and it was a magical evening.The campground is close to the Ryan Mountain trailhead, which is a perfect afternoon hike to see the sunset from the peak.
@MeghanSE27E72B · Camped on Feb 28, 2026 at Campsite #2
Beautiful campground, and site 2 was incredible. Tons of space for the tents, nice and shady in the morning. Would return again!
@KeithW1632645 · Camped on Feb 26, 2026 at Campsite #29
Clean bathrooms, quiet campground, no campground host so squatters could be a problem for late arrivals
@NalaniFB1D50DC · Camped on Feb 26, 2026 at Campsite #2
Very beautiful and quaint spot to camp. Would recommend this to folks who usually camp on the opposite side of the mountain (ex. Indian Cove). This site gives a whole other kind of perspective of the park.
@JeffDM0702CF59 · Camped on Feb 25, 2026 at Campsite #29
Great time.
@AndreyB9EB5760 · Camped on Feb 25, 2026 at Campsite #16
When we came late at night the site was occupied by someone else. The parking space was taken, and, for that reason, it was extremely difficult even to find a post with the campsite number. I am going to write a complaint to the park management. I will ask them to investigate the incident, to fine the person who took our reserved site, and reimburse our reservation fee.
@RoseanneC0FF6C · Camped on Feb 24, 2026 at Campsite #30
This is a lovely small campground, with easy access to several good hikes -- especially Ryan Mountain.
@JamesP3218459 · Camped on Feb 22, 2026 at Campsite #16
Camp site is maintained nice and clean. Good location to take various hikes. Limited number of camp sites that prevents busy and noisy environments.
@AnneC8205723 · Camped on Feb 21, 2026 at Campsite #10
Nestled into the rocks with an excellent view of the desert sunset. Only a few spots kept things quiet.
@JuanDDF466F713 · Camped on Feb 21, 2026 at Campsite #8
Great campsite with a nice boulder to climb and nice views
@MadisonW817980 · Camped on Feb 20, 2026 at Campsite #26
Had a great stay! The tent areas on the site were pretty rocky so it was hard to get comfortable, but other than that it was great. Nice site, short walk to bathroom/dumpster but not close enough for the smell.
@JoseS0C656DA97 · Camped on Feb 18, 2026 at Campsite #22
Beautiful spot. Unfortunately it was extremely windy the days we were there but this would still be a top choice spot to get again. Right next to awesome rock formations. The bathrooms were exceptionally clean. All around great spot. I kinda wanna say its the worst just so it doesnt get so booked
@JenR1AFB38F65B · Camped on Feb 17, 2026 at Campsite #3
Great campground with good facilities
@TaylorO80528C0 · Camped on Feb 13, 2026 at Campsite #30
Fun camp next to some cool rocks, stars are amazing at night. Latrine is clean and doesnt stink. Fire pit and grill were both clean.
@BrianW1026295 · Camped on Feb 13, 2026 at Campsite #15
Good area of the park. In the thick of the Joshua tree forest and close to the most popular hikes. Stargazing was great too. I think any spot at Ryan Campground would be decent. Neighbors are close, but thats pretty much any organized campground. Would stay again.
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@SavannahB57301 · Camped on Feb 9, 2026 at Campsite #19
Nice area with amazing views.
@JacobC3707411 · Camped on Feb 8, 2026 at Campsite #17
Great location, with many good dessert plants and the short Ryan ranch trail nearby. Only complaint was our camp site specifically was right next to, and downwind, of the pit toilet and ended up being smelly (but a campfire hid the smell)
@BlakeR489691A0 · Camped on Feb 5, 2026 at Campsite #14
Very quiet campground and was well worth the reservation in advance. It's also right in the middle of most of the attractions at the park.
@StephenG136341 · Camped on Feb 2, 2026 at Campsite #26
My wife and I flew from Minneapolis to camp at Ryan Campground. We had a great experience. The location gave us easy access to great hiking, amazing scenery, and running trails at our doorstep. The stars and sounds of coyotes at night were amazing as are the silhouettes of Joshua trees in the moonlight. The reservation system was convenient and when we needed to make a change, the staff we talked to by phone were very helpful. A great experience. Thank you Unites States for providing this shared resource for us all to enjoy. May we continue to preserve the amazing shared natural resources we have and take care of them for generations to come to enjoy. Our greatest asset for the world to see is our willingness to make America accessible to each other and our global neighbors. Keep up the good work!!!!!
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