Joshua Tree National Park23
Campsite #23 at Ryan Campground, Joshua Tree National Park, CA
$20
Campsite #23
| Drive-In | 6 people |
| 24 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | no signal |
5/21
6/1
Campsite #23 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 24ft driveway, Fire ring w/ Grill, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (16)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 81% |
| 4 star | | 6% |
| 3 star | | 6% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 6% |
@AmieC1E1A68625 · Camped on Mar 19, 2025 at Campsite #23
We had a beautiful view of the large rock formations. Took a nice hike fromThe campground through the Joshua trees.
@JenniferG44963 · Camped on Jan 18, 2025 at Campsite #23
I stayed in site 23 with a friend. The site was spacious and we only had neighbors on one side, and no one behind us. We both camped in our vehicles, and the parking spot was flat and wide enough to fit my minivan and her large truck camper. Vault toilets were clean and had no odor, possibly due to the freezing temperatures. I brought my dog, so we were only able to hike around the campground, but we were still able to see amazing views and sunsets. Highly recommend this nice small campground.
@LiYFCC6EDCA03D · Camped on Dec 27, 2024 at Campsite #23
You can always trust campgrounds in national park system!
@BruceC8051679 · Camped on Apr 30, 2024 at Campsite #23
Had a great site. Loved the view and the campground is small
@StephenC406899 · Camped on Mar 10, 2024 at Campsite #23
Beautiful surroundings. I would enter the park early. Traffic after 9 am cam delay u
@AllenD6393567 · Camped on Mar 9, 2024 at Campsite #23
Ryan Campground was very pretty. It was set back from the main park road and totally surrounded by open land with Joshua trees and giant rock outcrops. I liked that the campground was not very big, so there weren't a ton of people, total. It was overall pleasant. However, I didn't like how close together some of the sites were, and that some sites had shared parking areas, so I was constantly getting close to others, which felt awkward. There was not much privacy at most sites. But I definitely thought it was better than Black Rock Canyon campground!
@BarbaraE171764 · Camped on Feb 27, 2024 at Campsite #23
We had a great time and enjoyed some nice hikes at Ryan campground.
@MichaelH990269 · Camped on Jan 25, 2024 at Campsite #23
Awesome!
@stevenb5011158 · Camped on Jan 23, 2024 at Campsite #23
We stayed midweek in January - it was very quiet and several sites were empty. Sites are well spaced and beautiful. Toilets were very clean and plenty of TP. Its a gorgeous small campground. Highly reccommend.
@PascalS9F6DB70 · Camped on Dec 22, 2023 at Campsite #23
Ryan is a nice campground and Ferdinand the Host was the most engaged and responsible host Ive seen. Unfortunately both nights neighboring campers arrived and left at 330 in the morning and slammed their car doors about 20 times. Whats wrong with people ? Totally inconsiderate and clueless. The NPS just doesnt put any energy into establishing better rules and then NEVER patrols campgrounds with Law Enforcement rangers. They dont care what happens in campgrounds.
@ElyseHCA2A5B7B · Camped on Nov 28, 2023 at Campsite #23
Lovely campsite in the center of the park, close to a lot of must-see areas of Joshua Tree! This is a great spot for stargazing or for having close access to many of Joshua Tree's highlights.When picking your campsite, know that there is a large pile of boulders in the center of the loop. Depending on where you are, in relation to the sun's path, you could experience some earlier shadows than your neighbors.
@DominicO49D5D7 · Camped on Nov 5, 2023 at Campsite #23
very nice location. fun to be in a campground full of people after a long stretch camping alone!
@JohnR2194126 · Camped on Oct 9, 2023 at Campsite #23
Smaller campground with fewer neighbors. Inside the ring, youre next to this cool rock formation, outside the ring, youve got miles of desert. Go hike up Ryan Mountain nearby for an incredible sunset hike!
@KaciC84A98E280 · Camped on Jul 16, 2023 at Campsite #23
Didnt get to stay in the site due to extreme weather. It was 116 degrees. Hopefully will get to stay soon!
@RishaM342008A8 · Camped on Jun 27, 2023 at Campsite #23
We got site 23 - good site, (but only because no one was in the the 3 sites next to it. They are extremely close to each other with no separation).
Really good views of mountains and nice Joshua trees. Campsite is a little small - only really space for one tent. Could cram more if needed. A little afternoon shade from small bush, but not much.
Really good views of mountains and nice Joshua trees. Campsite is a little small - only really space for one tent. Could cram more if needed. A little afternoon shade from small bush, but not much.
@PatriciaH36547 · Camped on Apr 7, 2023 at Campsite #23
Enjoyed our stay. Friendly ranger.
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