Mojave National Preserve

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2701 Barstow Road
Barstow, CA 92311

Mojave preserves a diverse mosaic of ecological habitats and a 10,000 year history of human connection with the desert. Offering extensive opportunities to experience desert landscapes, the preserve promotes understanding and appreciation for the increasingly threatened resources of the Mojave Desert. This remote preserve encourages a sense of discovery and a connection to wild places.

Directions

Note: There is no fuel inside the Preserve. Please fill up with gas BEFORE you enter. Park headquarters in Barstow, California is 60 miles from the Preserve, and offers maps and information. Our main visitor center, Kelso Depot, is located inside the Preserve, 95 miles east of Barstow and 90 miles west of Las Vegas at the intersection of Kelso-Cima and Kelbaker Roads. Kelso Depot is currently closed for renovations.

Reviews

Mojave National Preserve offers a remote and peaceful desert camping experience characterized by scenic views, clean and well-maintained facilities, spacious campsites, and excellent opportunities for stargazing and hiking. Visitors often appreciate the quiet atmosphere and natural beauty, though some challenges include strong winds, limited shade, rough access roads, spotty cell service, and occasional staffing issues.

Beautiful scenic views and sunsets

Clean and well-maintained campsites and restrooms

Spacious and well-spaced sites providing privacy

Excellent for stargazing and nearby hiking trails

Quiet and peaceful atmosphere with helpful staff

Strong and persistent winds can be challenging

Limited shade at campsites

Rough, unpaved access roads with washboarding

Spotty cell phone service and remote location

Occasional staffing concerns and limited visitor center hours

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Lynn S

Campground:Hole-in-the-Wall Campground

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Reviewed 9 days ago

Being 16 miles from any highway you have no noise in this park. Very clean, wonderful hiking trails great area to dump your tanks and garbage. I will be back!

Catherine S

Campground:Hole-in-the-Wall Campground

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Reviewed 10 days ago

We loved this peaceful spot. It was magical waking up to the sunrise on the hills, and we really enjoyed an early morning loop trail before we left.

Eric S

Campground:Hole-in-the-Wall Campground

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Reviewed 13 days ago

i originally wanted to stay at a near by campsite. Recreation.gov. claimed it to be a first come first serve no reservation needed site, upon arrival there were multiple signs stating reservation needed no payment taken at sight. i settled for hole in the wall camp ground it was quiet and very nice.

Richard M

Campground:Hole-in-the-Wall Campground

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Reviewed 16 days ago

We enjoyed our day at the Hole in the Wall Campground and the Mojave National Preserve. Campground was easily accessible, comfortable for our tent, and a beautiful desert experience. We definitely intend to return and do some hikes on the other side of the park.

Russell B

Campground:Hole-in-the-Wall Campground

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Reviewed 16 days ago

I've been enjoying this campground for 25+ years. I was in site 13 this year, which was relatively flat and had 2 bars of cell reception on AT&T. Campground was pretty clean. recent rains had the campground roads a bit bumpy, but manageable in an RV. There is not any shade at Hole-in-the-wall, but if you like the desert, this is a nice campground.

Jaysa B

Campground:Mid Hills Campground

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Reviewed 17 days ago

Beautiful campground! Super quiet.

Keep your options open

Watch for a matching campsite across monitored campgrounds in Mojave National Preserve.