Red rocks frame a stand of Joshua trees and sage brush in the desert floor..
Castle Mountains National Monument
National Monument · CA
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.
Park report
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesNo Hunting Allowed in Castle Mountains National Monument
Alert: Caution
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesMost Monument Roads Require Heavy Duty 4WD Vehicle to Travel Safely
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available4 activities
Park Name
InfoCastle Mountains National Monument
Designation
InfoNational Monument
State(s)
InfoCA
Phone
Info(760) 252-6100
MOJA_Superintendent@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoCastle 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.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Themes & Topics
InfoAnimals, Birds, Tortoises and Turtles + 11 more
Weather Info
InfoWeather at Castle Mountains changes with the seasons. Freezing temperatures are expected in winter, with occasional snow. Spring brings mild warm days and cooler nights. With enough rain, wildflowers
Getting There
InfoYou can approach Castle Mountains from Walking Box Ranch Road off of Nevada State Rd 164 (Nipton Road) or from several unnamed dirt roads off of Lanfair Road in Mojave National Preserve.
Location
Info35.2916° N, -115.0936° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website