OutReserve

Black Rock Equestrian Campground

BLACK ROCK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
BLACK ROCK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
BLACK ROCK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

About Black Rock Equestrian Campground

Download the NPS app prior to visiting the park – trail maps and more! Black Rock Horse Campground is strictly for campers planning to bring horses or mules. It lies among one of the thickest Joshua tree forests in Joshua Tree National Park. Its location on the park's northern perimeter makes it a popular rest stop for horseback riders . Reservations are required for Black Rock year-round. 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 between 70 to 90 degrees during the day and drop anywhere between 40 to 60 degrees at night. Summer is the park's off-season due to uncomfortably high desert heat. Black Rock is at an elevation of 4,000 feet and has a mix of both sun and shade.

Number of accommodations: 21

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

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

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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21 Sites Available

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Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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H01, Loop: Horse Sites
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H02, Loop: Horse Sites
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H03, Loop: Horse Sites
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Reviews (122)

What Guests Are Saying

Black Rock Equestrian Campground is a fantastic destination for equestrians, offering ample space for camping and riding, with at least 8-10 convenient corrals available on a first-come, first-served basis. The campground features well-maintained trails, beautiful scenery, and a clean environment, making it a favorite for many visitors. However, some improvements are needed, such as adding a portable toilet and having more accessible water sources, as well as better access to manure disposal.

Review Summary

4.4
122 reviews
5
55.7%
68
4
31.1%
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3
8.2%
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3.3%
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Laura D

Verified

November 29, 2021 Stayed at: Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites

4

Black Rock Equestrian Camp is exactly what I want...peace and quiet, great trail experiences and beautiful skies day and night. I was very pleased to get a call prior to going to remind me that I needed horses to camp there, and upon arrival to be checked in and on. But after hours people did come in and park that did not have horses and set up camp.
When the "hosts" did check in on us, we asked if there could be a break in the split rail fence so that we didn't have to crawl over it to get up to the bathrooms and ranger station. Also...hopefully in time there could possibly be another hose bib within the site so that extremely long connected hoses don't need to be drug all over? Just a suggestion that would really help. Otherwise, we are all pretty well self contained.
We don't need corrals or bathrooms...love primitive camping!

Laura D

Verified

November 29, 2021 Stayed at: Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites

4

Black Rock Equestrian Camp is exactly what I want...peace and quiet, great trail experiences and beautiful skies day and night. I was very pleased to get a call prior to going to remind me that I needed horses to camp there, and upon arrival to be checked in and on. But after hours people did come in and park that did not have horses and set up camp.
When the "hosts" did check in on us, we asked if there could be a break in the split rail fence so that we didn't have to crawl over it to get up to the bathrooms and ranger station. Also...hopefully in time there could possibly be another hose bib within the site so that extremely long connected hoses don't need to be drug all over? Just a suggestion that would really help. Otherwise, we are all pretty well self contained.
We don't need corrals or bathrooms...love primitive camping!

Colin M

Verified

November 24, 2021 Stayed at: Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites

4

We brought our horses here for three nights over the Veterans Day weekend. The campsite is large square enclosure with a number of picnic tables scattered around. There are some mature Joshua Trees around parts of the perimeter that provide some shade. Water is available and there is a dumpster dedicated for manure and one for regular trash. There are a few hitching posts but, no corrals. We used a highline system to secure our horses. One drawback is that there are no toilets in the equestrian campground, you must hike up towards the main visitor center.

Trail access was directly off the campground. The trails we used were strictly for horses no bikes or dogs were permitted. These trails provided for near limitless adventure.

It was not our first time there and we will definitely return.

Park Service, please add at least some pit toilets.

Colin M

Verified

November 24, 2021 Stayed at: Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites

4

We brought our horses here for three nights over the Veterans Day weekend. The campsite is large square enclosure with a number of picnic tables scattered around. There are some mature Joshua Trees around parts of the perimeter that provide some shade. Water is available and there is a dumpster dedicated for manure and one for regular trash. There are a few hitching posts but, no corrals. We used a highline system to secure our horses. One drawback is that there are no toilets in the equestrian campground, you must hike up towards the main visitor center.

Trail access was directly off the campground. The trails we used were strictly for horses no bikes or dogs were permitted. These trails provided for near limitless adventure.

It was not our first time there and we will definitely return.

Park Service, please add at least some pit toilets.

Christopher S

Verified

November 5, 2021 Stayed at: Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites

5

Black rock horse camp is very spacious. It is easy to pull a large trailer in and out. Trails are right out of the camp. We set up our own portable pens as there are no trees to high tie to or provided corrals. Very clean and quiet. We had a great time with our horse and mule. Trails are very nice but the park map is…not so detailed for that area.

Christopher S

Verified

November 5, 2021 Stayed at: Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites

5

Black rock horse camp is very spacious. It is easy to pull a large trailer in and out. Trails are right out of the camp. We set up our own portable pens as there are no trees to high tie to or provided corrals. Very clean and quiet. We had a great time with our horse and mule. Trails are very nice but the park map is…not so detailed for that area.

Tamara R

Verified

October 18, 2021 Stayed at: Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites

3

Nice trails. Would be nice if you would at least have some accommodations for horses other than a water Spicket.

Tamara R

Verified

October 18, 2021 Stayed at: Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites

3

Nice trails. Would be nice if you would at least have some accommodations for horses other than a water Spicket.

Christopher S

Verified

May 5, 2021 Stayed at: Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites

5

Very nice camp ground with plenty of room to drive a 4 horse twelve foot living quarters trailer in. RV dump station was an added plus. There are no corrals or places to high tie. We brought portable panels. The camp does have hitching rails. There is one water spicket centrally located. Very nice trails directly out of camp. We will definitely come back next year!

Christopher S

Verified

May 5, 2021 Stayed at: Equestrian NonElectric, Loop: Horse Sites

5

Very nice camp ground with plenty of room to drive a 4 horse twelve foot living quarters trailer in. RV dump station was an added plus. There are no corrals or places to high tie. We brought portable panels. The camp does have hitching rails. There is one water spicket centrally located. Very nice trails directly out of camp. We will definitely come back next year!

Location Black Rock Equestrian Campground

Address:
9800 Black Rock Canyon Road
Yucca Valley, CA, 92284
United States

Highway access

Access to Black Rock Equestrian Campground is via Interstate 10 and Route 62. The campground can be reached by turning south on Joshua Lane from Route 62 in Yucca Valley.

Latitude & Longitude: 34.0717 / -116.389

Elevation: 1231 feet

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Last updated: June 12, 2026

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