Ryan Campground — Joshua Tree National Park
Reviewed Aug. 15, 2016

Gem in the middle of the Desert

Drove around in the hours of the night unable to find a campground. Luckily it was just my friend and I, and since these campgrounds are quite large, we pulled into an empty spot and asked some folks if they wouldn't mind us sharing their campground in exchange for some money and food. They were more than happy to share and gave us advice on the park, shared their fire, and great stories about their experience here. These campgrounds are first come first serve and everything inside the campground was full when we got there so we got very lucky that we stumbled upon friendly people. The campground is close to many of the hikes and popular climbs in the park. It is very open with beautiful views and fun rocks to climb in the middle of it. I couldn't even hear any of the other campsites around us!

  • Review photo of Ryan Campground — Joshua Tree National Park by Maura E., August 15, 2016
  • Review photo of Ryan Campground — Joshua Tree National Park by Maura E., August 15, 2016
  • Review photo of Ryan Campground — Joshua Tree National Park by Maura E., August 15, 2016
  • Review photo of Ryan Campground — Joshua Tree National Park by Maura E., August 15, 2016
  • Review photo of Ryan Campground — Joshua Tree National Park by Maura E., August 15, 2016
  • Review photo of Ryan Campground — Joshua Tree National Park by Maura E., August 15, 2016