Castle Mountains National Monument
Current Crowd Level
🟡Moderate
Some visitors, parking usually available
Best: Weekday mornings
Castle Mountains National Monument protects a stunning desert landscape in the Mojave Desert, featuring the iconic Castle Peaks, Joshua tree forests, and rare desert grasslands. The monument preserves critical wildlife corridors and offers opportunities for solitude and primitive recreation.
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Entrance Fee
Free
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Permits
Not Needed
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Dogs
Not Allowed
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Accessibility
Limited
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