OutReserve

Ribbonwood Equestrian Cg

Warning

General

A bear or multiple bears have been spotted in the area. Please be aware at all times, and visit our agency website for bear safety tips and more information.

Ribbonwood Equestrian Campground Entrance
Ribbonwood Equestrian Campground Horse Trail
Ribbonwood Equestrian Campground Entrance
Ribbonwood Equestrian Campground Scenic Background
RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

Featured amenities

Showers

About Ribbonwood Equestrian Cg

Ribbonwood is an ideal mountain escape for equestrian campers. The campground overlooks Palm Desert and the Salton Sea in southern California and provides visitors with access to hundreds of miles of terrain for exploration and enjoyment. The San Bernardino National Forest is submitting a proposal to increase fees at various sites across the Forest and is seeking public input. Please visit the https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf for more information and to submit comments regarding this proposal.

Number of accommodations: 8

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

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Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

8 Sites Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
002, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
003, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
004, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
005, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
006, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
007, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
008, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (36)

What Guests Are Saying

Ribbonwood Equestrian Campground offers a beautiful and serene environment, ideal for observing local wildlife. However, cleanliness issues, including unmaintained restrooms and overflowing trash, have been reported. Additionally, some guests faced challenges with locked gates and lack of communication regarding campground access, leading to confusion during their visits.

Review Summary

3.8
36 reviews
5
44.4%
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4
16.7%
6
3
22.2%
8
2
5.6%
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11.1%
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richard k

Verified

February 21, 2026 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

5

Beautiful space. Please clean the toilet they have black spots on them and don’t flush correctly. Last time there working great along with the hot shower

richard k

Verified

February 21, 2026 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

5

Beautiful space. Please clean the toilet they have black spots on them and don’t flush correctly. Last time there working great along with the hot shower

Jen M

Verified

February 17, 2026 Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

1

The gate was locked. There was no combination code on any of the emails. No one answered the phone numbers on the reservation. We were literally stranded with no one to go after a 3 hour drive. My daughter was able to get ahold of someone at Recreation.gov who said he thought the campground was closed for the winter.. Very confusing that we could book and pay for a reservation at a closed campground. I would give negative starts if that was an option.

Jen M

Verified

February 17, 2026 Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

1

The gate was locked. There was no combination code on any of the emails. No one answered the phone numbers on the reservation. We were literally stranded with no one to go after a 3 hour drive. My daughter was able to get ahold of someone at Recreation.gov who said he thought the campground was closed for the winter.. Very confusing that we could book and pay for a reservation at a closed campground. I would give negative starts if that was an option.

Bernadette U

Verified

February 3, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

5

I love this site. It's quiet and serene, and perfect for watching animal life, from quails to rabbits, to roadrunners.

Bernadette U

Verified

February 3, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

5

I love this site. It's quiet and serene, and perfect for watching animal life, from quails to rabbits, to roadrunners.

Rex W

Verified

November 18, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

1

Found 6 baby rats in toilet, there was rat poop everywhere on toilet,sink and floor. Trash cans were all full all around campground and even containers for horse manure where full of trash. The round had deep potholes and the parking for the trailer in campsite was overgrown and scratched side of trailer. Looked like nobody had checked on campground in weeks even though we had reservations I would expect someone to make sure it was ready. We have camped here for years and this was the worst

Rex W

Verified

November 18, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

1

Found 6 baby rats in toilet, there was rat poop everywhere on toilet,sink and floor. Trash cans were all full all around campground and even containers for horse manure where full of trash. The round had deep potholes and the parking for the trailer in campsite was overgrown and scratched side of trailer. Looked like nobody had checked on campground in weeks even though we had reservations I would expect someone to make sure it was ready. We have camped here for years and this was the worst

Sergio C

Verified

February 25, 2024 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

2

The camp site was fine but we had a couple problems. The first was strangers driving into the property we rented out so we kicked them out, and the other was that we had no running water so we couldn’t shower and the toilets wouldn’t flush.

Sergio C

Verified

February 25, 2024 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

2

The camp site was fine but we had a couple problems. The first was strangers driving into the property we rented out so we kicked them out, and the other was that we had no running water so we couldn’t shower and the toilets wouldn’t flush.

Location Ribbonwood Equestrian Cg

Address:
54270 Pinecrest Ave Po Box 518
Idyllwild, CA, 92549
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 33.5761 / -116.455

Elevation: 1246 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • Campfires and Charcoal are not allowed, Campers are allowed to use Propane or gas stoves with a shutoff valve. Call the Idyllwild Ranger Station at 909-382-2922 if clarification is needed.
  • This campground is not available for First Come - First Served camping. Please contact the Idyllwild Ranger Station with any questions. 909-382-2922.
  • Click here for more information on the San Bernardino National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
  • Please view your Reservation Confirmation Email for the Combo Gate Code.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

A bear or multiple bears have been spotted in the area. Please be aware at all times, and visit our agency website for bear safety tips and more information.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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