National Monument

Castle Mountains National Monument

Castle Mountains National Monument is a National Monument in California. The NPS currently lists 2 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 0 visitor centers, and no entrance fee.

California National Monument No entrance fee

Updated · NPS Data API

Red rocks frame a stand of Joshua trees and sage brush.
Red Rocks Outcropping · Photo: NPS Photo (via nps.gov)

About the park

“Castle Mountains represents some of the most unique elements of the Mojave Desert. Nestled between the Nevada state line and Mojave National Preserve, the nearly 21,000 acres of Castle Mountains boasts Joshua tree forests, unbroken natural landscapes, rare desert grasslands, and rich human history.”

Active alerts

2

Closures

0

Campgrounds

0

Visitor centers

0

Current alerts and closures

2 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 1 caution and 1 information.

Caution

Most Monument Roads Require Heavy Duty 4WD Vehicle to Travel Safely

Breaking down in the remote monument can be a life-threatening emergency. Most roads require a well-equipped, heavy-duty 4WD vehicle to travel. 2WD high clearance vehicles must use Walking Box Ranch Rd for entry and exit. No Visitor Facilities Available.

Posted or updated Feb 19, 2025 ·Park conditions on nps.gov

Information

No Hunting Allowed in Castle Mountains National Monument

Hunting is illegal in Castle Mountains National Monument

Posted or updated Feb 19, 2025 ·Park conditions on nps.gov

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

Things to do

Activities the NPS lists for Castle Mountains.

CampingCar or Front Country CampingGroup CampingRV Camping

Operating hours

Castle Mountains National Monument is open year-round. There are no facilities in the Monument. Visitor Centers in neighboring Mojave National Preserve provide information and orientation.

Castle Mountains
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Weather: Weather at Castle Mountains changes with the seasons. Freezing temperatures are expected in winter, with occasional snow. Spring brings mild warm days and cooler nights.

Contact and directions

Phone
(760) 252-6100
Email
[email protected]
Address
Castle Mountains National Monument, Barstow, CA 92311
Coordinates
35.2916, -115.0936· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

No visitor centers are listed for this site in the NPS data.

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Nearest other NPS sites

Sources

  • Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
  • Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/camo/index.htm
  • Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.