Black Canyon Group and Equestrian Campground

Overview 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.

The Black Canyon Equestrian and Group Campground is ideal for larger groups. These two sites sit isolated from other campgrounds and provide plenty of space for your group. 6 million acres to explore.

The popular main attractions are accessible by paved and unpaved roads and more remote areas of the park will require a high clearance, 4WD vehicle. Check out the must see highlights: Mojave National Preserve Must See Highlights Explore the preserve off the beaten path! Take your street legal vehicle along the historic Mojave Road or visit the multitude of canyons and mining roads.

Be sure to have high clearance and 4WD. Do not enter mines. 4WD Routes Mojave offers many hikes to choose!

Hiking Visit Zzyzx and learn about its history. It is also a great birding location due to its pond. Facilities Both sites provide picnic tables, water spigots, vault toilets, fire ring, and ample parking.

Natural Features Three of the four major North American deserts are found at Mojave National Preserve: the Mojave, Great Basin, and Sonoran. Dozens of seeps and springs coupled with varied elevations and soil types create microhabitats that support a diversity of plant and animal life. Cactus gardens, relict plant communities of white fir and chaparral and the densest, largest Joshua tree forest are all found here.

Geologically, the region is just as diverse as it is ecologically. Mountain ranges, dry riverbeds, great mesas, towering sand dunes, striking cinders cones, domes and lava flows define Mojave.