Black Rock Joshua Tree. These woodlands - which as recently as 10000 years ago were prevalent across the Park - are now considered a Relic landscape. In our opinion the hikes around Black Rock Canyon in the west of the park are the best with wilder trails that feel like youre going further into the wilderness.
If you are visiting during the parks busy season from October through May you will want to make a reservation as soon as you know your travel dates. Campsites are located on a hillside at the mouth of the canyon surrounded by Joshua trees junipers cholla cacti and a variety of desert shrubs. With 100 individual sites Black Rock is a quiet and family-friendly Joshua Tree camping location that can be good for both seasoned and first-time campers.
Camping in Joshua Tree National Park is extremely popular and this is one of four campgrounds you can make a.
There are quite a few kid-friendly hikes in the Black Rock Canyon region of Joshua Tree National Park including the Panorama Loop Trail. You can truly camp among the Joshua Trees. It was the perfect spot for us a cozy corner site towards the top of the hill. Hammocks slacklines and other horizontal ropes must be tied to rocks and climbing bolts and are not permitted in campgrounds.