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Mojave National Preserve
Campgrounds
 
Campers at Hole-in-the-Wall Campground
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Friends and family enjoy the spectacular setting of Hole-in-the-Wall Campground.

Hole-in-the-Wall Campground

Facilities
vault toilets, trash receptacles, potable water, fire rings, pinic tables, dump station; no utility hookups.

Fees
$12 per site per night, $6 for America the Beautiful Senior/Access Pass holders.

Reservations
Not accepted; Campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis.

At 4,400 feet in elevation, Hole-in-the-Wall Campground is surrounded by sculptured volcanic rock walls and makes a great basecamp for hikers and for exploring nearby Mitchell Caverns in the Providence Mountains State Recreation Area. Thirty-five campsites accommodate RVs and tents; two walk-in sites are also available.

 
Photo of Mid Hills Campground.
NPS Photo
While some capsites bruned in the 2005 Hackberry Fire, many are still shaded by pinyon and juniper trees.

Mid Hills Campground

Facilities
vault toilets, trash receptacles, potable water, fire rings, picnic tables; no dump station or utility hookups.

Fees
$12 per site per night, $6 for America the Beautiful Senior/Access Pass holders.

Reservations
Not accepted; Campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis

The Hackberry Fire swept through the Mid Hills area in June 2005, burning much of the vegetation. About half of the 26 campsites were left unharmed, however—they remain surrounded by pinyon pine and juniper trees. At 5,600 feet in elevation, Mid Hills is much cooler than the desert floor below. The access road is unpaved and is not recommended for motorhomes or trailers.

 

Black Canyon Equestrian & Group Campground

Facilities
corrals, vault toilets, trash receptacles, potable water, fire ring, grill, picnic shelter with tables.

Fees
$25 per group per night.

Reservations
Required; call 760 928-2572 or 760 252-6104

Located across the road from Hole-in-the-Wall Information Center. Horses and riders are welcome at Mojave National Preserve! Permits might be required for groups.

Photo of camping at Nipton.
Non-National Park Service Camping
Private campgrounds are available at Nipton and Needles, California.
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Photo of peaks at Providence Mountains.
Mitchell Caverns, Providence Mountains State Park
Mitchell Caverns has a small camground high on the slope of the Providence Mountains.
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Photo of Afton Canyon.
Afton Canyon Campground
Operated by the Bureau of Land Management, Afton Canyon is 12 miles west of Baker on I-15.
Photo of camper at campfire.
Roadside Car Camping
is allowed in areas that have been traditionally used for this purpose.
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photo of rock and Joshua trees  

Did You Know?
At 1.6 million acres, Mojave National Preserve is the third largest National Park Service area outside of Alaska. Death Valley National Park and Yellowstone National Park rank first and second.

Last Updated: May 11, 2008 at 19:04 EST