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Sheep Pass Group

Sheep Pass Campground
Sheep Pass Group Campground
SHEEP PASS GROUP
SHEEP PASS GROUP

About Sheep Pass Group

Download the NPS app prior to visiting the park – trail maps and more! Sheep Pass Group Campground is centrally located within Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California and is easily accessible to hiking trails and rock climbing routes. It is one of three group campgrounds in the park. Towering rock formations and uniquely-shaped Joshua trees surround the facility. To get the most out of your visit Plan Like a Park Ranger Travelers who enjoy warm, dry winters flock to Joshua Tree from October through May, when temperatures hover in the 70 to 90-degree range during the day and drop to a 40 to 60-degree range at night. Summer is the park's off-season due to the uncomfortably-high desert heat. Sheep Pass is at an elevation of 4,500 feet and has a mix of both sun and shade.

Number of accommodations: 6

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

Sites & Availability

6 Sites Available

Site
Price
β›Ί G01, Loop: Group Area
50 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
$55.00
/ per night
β›Ί G02, Loop: Group Area
50 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
$55.00
/ per night
β›Ί G03, Loop: Group Area
20 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
$55.00
/ per night
β›Ί G04, Loop: Group Area
30 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
$55.00
/ per night
β›Ί G05, Loop: Group Area
30 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
$55.00
/ per night
β›Ί G06, Loop: Group Area
30 guests Β· Campfire Β· Pet Friendly
$55.00
/ per night

Reviews (131)

What Guests Are Saying

Sheep Pass Group Campground offers an excellent experience with spacious sites, clean restrooms, and beautiful views, making it ideal for large groups. Visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere, rock scrambling opportunities, and access to nearby attractions. Some minor issues include wind and occasional noise from neighboring campers, but overall, guests report a memorable stay and look forward to returning.

Review Summary

4.6
131 reviews
5
77.1%
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4
14.5%
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3
4.6%
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2
3.1%
4
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0.8%
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Andrew M

Verified

January 16, 2022 β€’ Stayed at: G04, Loop: Group Area

5

This place is magical

Myin J

Verified

January 6, 2022 β€’ Stayed at: G05, Loop: Group Area

4

Great site over all. Good space between camp sites. The limited facilities were well maintained.
We were in site 5, and the only down side was the very strong winds (we where there the last week of December).
If we camped here again we would try for one of the sites closer to the hill side (1, 2 or 3).

Yitzhak G

Verified

January 3, 2022 β€’ Stayed at: G04, Loop: Group Area

3

Overall I can't complain about the campsite itself, it was clean and organized. My only complaint is that it was double-booked and i found another group camping there. We ended up sharing the site but that shouldn't happen and one of us should get at least a partial refund

Elizabeth N

Verified

December 21, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: G06, Loop: Group Area

5

amazing spot! 10/10 recommend

Devin R

Verified

November 9, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: G04, Loop: Group Area

5

We loved Sheep's Pass. The location is perfect for accessing most of the sites in the Northwest side of the park and sits between several. The campground and surrounding boulders were beautiful, and it was a perfect space to view the sunset. We camped in sites 4 and 5 and had to move back-and-forth, but it was easy and convenient. We also had a smaller party than expected and came in below the minimum threshold, but the park staff were accommodating. Joshua Tree is truly magical and this is a great way to experience it.

Edward J

Verified

October 13, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: G05, Loop: Group Area

5

Right in the center of Joshua tree with cleaner than expected restrooms. Usually for big groups. Beautiful stars. Temperature for camping is perfect in Nov/Oct

Hoa D

Verified

August 21, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: G01, Loop: Group Area

5

Perfect campsite for group! We have been going for 16 years

Deveni A

Verified

July 12, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: G06, Loop: Group Area

5

Close to popular sites.

Brittany G

Verified

June 14, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: G06, Loop: Group Area

5

A wonderful and private group campsite. Very well kept. Bathrooms were clean for my group's arrival. Plenty of rock structures to explore and provide shade. Gorgeous drive into the park. Would highly recommend and we will be making this our annual spot.

Ricky K

Verified

June 1, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: G06, Loop: Group Area

5

Great campsite. A little more dirt than Jumbo Rocks so things did get a bit dirtier. The bees were really bad also but overall a great trip.

Location Sheep Pass Group

Address:
74485 National Park Dr
Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 33.9992 / -116.118

Elevation: 1388 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Download the NPS app prior to visiting the park – trail maps and more!

General

Reservations required and can be made the day of visit on Recreation.gov depending on availability. Please claim a site only if a reservation has been made and be prepared to show your reservation confirmation via screenshot or printout.

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No-Shows
Overnight Facilities: A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out (noon) time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time (noon) on the day following the arrival date. 
No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night’s recreation fee for a campsite. 
*Note: the entire reservation will be cancelled for no-shows. 

General

Each visitor may only reserve 3 group sites for a specific date. 

General

For changes, cancellations or refunds call Recreation.gov at 888-448-1474. For specific campground questions call 760-367-5554. For additional park information visit www.nps.gov/jotr

General

This campground is limited to tent camping only; recreational vehicles and habitable trailers are prohibited.

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There is no overflow parking. You are responsible for reading the details for the campsite you reserve. The number of vehicles allowed in group sites varies depending on the space available.

General

$30 per vehicle entrance fee is in addition to camping fee. Passes can be purchased ahead of time here.  

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Potable water is available at the Oasis Visitor Center or West Entrance, 13 miles away.

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Pets are not allowed on trails but are welcome in the campground, on any dirt road or within 100 feet of any road. Pets must be on a leash no more than 6 feet long at all times. Pets may not be left unattended or tied to an object; leaving pets in unattended vehicles is strongly discouraged – especially on warm days.

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Don’t Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near the park and burning it on-site, and do not use park vegetation, living or dead, for fuel.

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All organized events require a special use permit and must be held in designated areas; contact the Special Park Use Coordinator, jeannie_wilson@nps.gov

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FIRE BAN fire restriction are currently in effect that prohibit charcoal fires, wood-burning fires, and charcoal grills. NO Fires! Only gas or propane stoves are permitted. Starting June 15, ending October 1st of every year.

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