Castle Mountains National Monument
National Monument · CA
Caution · Fire restrictions in place
Fire restrictions are in place at Mojave National Preserve and Castle Mountains National Monument. Wood and charcoal fires are not permitted. Most camp stoves are. See fire restriction order for additional details.
More informationCaution · 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.
1 noticefrom the National Park Service
Information · No Hunting Allowed in Castle Mountains National Monument
Hunting is illegal in Castle Mountains National Monument
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. This intriguing area provides serenity and solitude from nearby metropolitan areas.
- NPS site
- nps.gov/camo
- Location
- Castle Mountains National Monument (35.292, -115.094)Directions
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Hours
Castle Mountainstoday: All Day
- Sat Oct 3All Day
- Sun Oct 4All Day
- Mon Oct 5All Day
- Tue Oct 6All Day
- Wed Oct 7All Day
- Thu Oct 8All Day
- Fri Oct 9All Day
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.
Hours are retrieved from the National Park Service and can change without notice — check the official site before you go.
Entrance fees
No entrance fee.