Joshua Tree National Park1
Campsite #1 at Ryan Campground, Joshua Tree National Park, CA
$30
Campsite #1
| Drive-In | 6 people |
| 32 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | weak |
5/3
Campsite #1 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 32-foot driveway, Fire ring w/ Grill, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (25)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 80% |
| 4 star | | 20% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
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@LeaKC6386069D3 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #1
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No Service
@EdB6452854 · Camped on Mar 21, 2025 at Campsite #1
We stayed in spot number one and thought it was very good. The Camp Host was very attentive and even was in the process of chasing somebody away from our site while we were returning from a day out. We bonded a little over that. This campground is a beautiful setting among the rocks.
@LouisaF46D4660 · Camped on Feb 10, 2025 at Campsite #1
Very nice experience to camp at this spot (#1), with boulders and a slot behind. We camp with a 28 ft motorhome.
No Service
@JordannSEB3F1A · Camped on Feb 7, 2025 at Campsite #1
Very spacious campsite, the area is absolutely beautiful!
@LanceP28649280 · Camped on Jan 17, 2025 at Campsite #1
Great spot with giant rocks nearby for the kids to play on. The only con is that the ground was quite tough to pin the stakes down, although we were able to make it work regardless. I would definitely get this spot again if we had the chance to.
Major Issues
@KarlWC535BE97A · Camped on Dec 16, 2024 at Campsite #1
Nice campsite, clean quiet with good views of the valley and rock formations..
No Service
@AndrewC2299590 · Camped on Oct 28, 2024 at Campsite #1
As amazing as the last time we visited.
@WilliamS791593 · Camped on May 19, 2024 at Campsite #1
Scenic sites. Most are flat and offer some privacy. The vault toilets are well maintained. No water is available so bring your own.
Some Coverage
@ElizabethH3073 · Camped on Feb 26, 2024 at Campsite #1
Great location for biking to different areas in the park. Clean restrooms. No water.
@LacyC4731C3BA4 · Camped on Dec 30, 2023 at Campsite #1
Good campsite nestled into a bend in Ryan Rock -- gives a little privacy.
@StellaEFB00E8C · Camped on Nov 28, 2023 at Campsite #1
Great site and awesome campground. There isn't as many available rocks to climb but great trails nearby. Site one was beautiful and we heard coyotes and saw kangaroo rats around. It was awesome.
@DanielJ3350767 · Camped on Aug 11, 2023 at Campsite #1
Love Joshua Tree! Campsite was wonderful. Only downside was a lot of people driving through the camp after dark looking for spots due to Perseid Meteor shower. Maybe put a Campground full sign at the entrance.
Major Issues
@LutzBEFF0CAD5B · Camped on Jun 24, 2023 at Campsite #1
Its a lovely spot without any amenities. But you know that before.Great view to the night sky. Very peaceful.
No Service
@MattS1245099 · Camped on Apr 5, 2023 at Campsite #1
We really liked Ryan campground. The camp sites are private feeling, and spaced far enough apart. It's smaller than Jumbo Rocks; there aren't as many, um, rocks -- but there were enough to keep our 9 year old climbin' and happy. The camp host was really nice, and the campground was super clean. And of course Joshua Tree park is epic!
No Service
@SpencerH509237 · Camped on Dec 17, 2022 at Campsite #1
Nice big juniper bushes growing around the site giving a decent amount of privacy even though there are neighboring sites nearby. Lovely rock formations in the site which provide morning shade.
No Service
@MarkV8262617 · Camped on Dec 2, 2022 at Campsite #1
What a great camping experience. Peaceful and beautiful site. Very small and quiet. We were able to fit our 25 foot airstream just fine into space 2. We will be back!
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@CarinaB7577207 · Camped on Oct 18, 2022 at Campsite #1
Beautiful and calm campground, great rocks to climb, amazing stargazing, yet no flash toilets.
No Service
@MollyZEA8E2433 · Camped on Sep 2, 2022 at Campsite #1
Ryan Campground was in the perfect location for my adventure. It seemed like the optimal distance for all the spots that I wanted to hit. The campground was beautiful and I loved the boulders in my site.
No Service
@NancyP1507084 · Camped on Apr 12, 2022 at Campsite #1
We were in Site 1 with a 24 foot trailer. This site was plenty big enough for us and our tow vehicle which was parked in front of the trailer. We faced northeast, so we didn't have to deal much with southern or western sun and heat. There was a lovely alcove with a fire pit and picnic table in the rocks. Unfortunately, some folks felt they could use the space when we were there. They did finally move off. Long way to town, but central to many of the sites in the park. No cell, no ranger if you needed help. There was a phone down the road a few miles.
No Service
@jessem2731236 · Camped on Apr 8, 2022 at Campsite #1
Great views. Watch your kids on the rocks as there are some perilous parts that aren't immediately apparent!
No Service
@SteveK3F6DEC32 · Camped on Feb 23, 2022 at Campsite #1
Great spot! a Ranger was there both days checking on things we were there. Clean!
No Service
@BruceS5371230 · Camped on Feb 15, 2022 at Campsite #1
Very quiet and centrally located in the park. Couldnt ask for more.
No Service
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