Careful planning and knowledge of camping guidelines and regulations will help ensure an enjoyable and safe experience for you, future visitors, and the fragile desert environment.
Black Canyon Equestrian & Group Campground
The Black Canyon Equestrian & Group Campground (located 1 mile from Hole-in-the-Wall Information Center) is ideal for larger groups (up to 50 campers at the Group Site and up to 35 campers at the Equestrian Site).
Facilities
Group campsite: shaded shelter with picnic tables, fire ring, grill, water spigot, vault toilets, trash receptacles.
Equestrian campsite: Corrals, fire ring, grill, water spigot, vault toilets, trash receptacles.
Fees
$25 per group per night.
Senior and Access Pass discounts are not available for group and equestrian sites.
Reservations
Reservations are required.
Please fill out the Black Canyon Group and Equestrian Campsite Request Form to request dates.
You will receive an email within 5 business days to confirm availability of dates. Payment through pay.gov will be required within 5 business days of email confirmation to reserve the requested site. Information for how to pay for campground fees can be found here.
Available weekend dates (as of 10/16/24):
October: 25-27 (equestrian site only)
November: 29-Dec 1 (group and equestrian sites)
December: all weekends available (except Dec 14-15 and Dec 29 for the group site)
Contact information: moja_campgrounds@nps.gov
General questions about the park or campgrounds may email moja_info@nps.gov or call (760) 252-6100.
Note: Firewood collecting is not allowed in the park, nor is firewood available for sale within the preserve.