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Sheep Pass Group Campground is centrally located within Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California and is easily accessible to hiking trails and rock climbing routes. It is one of three group campgrounds in the park. Towering rock formations and uniquely-shaped Joshua trees surround the facility. Travelers who enjoy warm, dry winters flock to Joshua Tree from October through May, when temperatures hover in the 70 to 90-degree range during the day and drop to a 40 to 60-degree range at night. Summer is the park's off-season due to the uncomfortably-high desert heat. Sheep Pass is at an elevation of 4,500 feet and has a mix of both sun and shade. Recreation Sheep Pass is very close to many hiking trails, popular rock climbing routes and a central location for sightseeing within the park. Facilities There are six group sites within the campground. Electrical hookups and drinking water are not provided. Natural Features The distinctive shape of Joshua trees and the huge rocks that surround them draw tourists and scientists alike to the national park. Joshua trees are a member of the yucca family that have long evergreen leaves, shaggy bark and bunches of white flowers that bloom in spring. The rocks were formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago and have been exposed and shaped by wind and water over time. They brighten with soft pastel hues in the morning and evening sunlight and glow with campfire light at night. Visitors may want to keep their eyes out for typical desert inhabitants such as lizards, rattlesnakes, scorpions, ravens, squirrels, coyotes and desert tarantulas during the cooler months of the year. Bobcats and mountain lions do live in the park, however they are rarely seen near humans. Charges & Cancellations Reservation Cancellations & Changes Cancelling a Reservation: Customers may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below). Changing an Existing Reservation: When changes are made prior to the cut-off window: If a customer wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee. There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. If they choose to depart early, they may forfeit the recreation fee for the day of departure. There is no change fee if the customer wants to switch sites that are the same price with the same reservation dates in the same facility. If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date. Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. Changes or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window: Once a reservation date has begun, customers cannot change a reservation using the online system or through the Call Center (see below for early departures). If the location is staffed, on-site personnel may or may not be able to assist with changes or cancellations (check with local staff). No-Shows Overnight and Day-Use Facilities: A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date (or for day-use facilities, by check-in time the day of arrival). Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date and will hold group day-use facilities until check-in time on the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night’s recreation fee for a campsite or forfeit the entire day-use fee for a day-use facility. ADA Access: N
Take Interstate 10 to Route 62. From the town of Joshua Tree turn south on Park Blvd. and continue through the West Entrance. The campground is 13 miles from the entrance station and the city of Twentynine Palms.
I had an experience here. Having grown up visiting the monument in the early eek entrance and foubd this capseventies. My hippi uncle and his friends brought me here and taught me ecology although I didn’t know it at the time. So although sheep’s pass was there although I had not became an adventure of years gone by. Each area of the monument has its unique features although they appear to look alike. So when I had paid for a week entrance, stopped by my he 29 palms Park visitor center. Remarkably the newest displayed the Park in a holistic way bringing the people of the past in our vision. Knowing every camp site circa 1980 in the park I was on the hunt for afternoon shade over the taboe. Eventually I found the space I was looking for. The quiet solitude of footsteps gave way to deafening silence! Ah! Joshua Tree!
Great tent camping with very low light pollution at night so the stars are amazing! Facilities are close by and the site was very clean. Nice bouldering close by both walking distance as well as a few quick drives. Can't wait to go back this season.
Great campground for family or a large group. We went with our Boy Scout Troop for the weekend and managed to fit about 15 tents plus have plenty of room for several cooking areas. Fire pit is huge. Pit latrines are close enough and far enough from the site to be comfortable and not have the unpleasant odors waft into the camping area. Will note, there is no water or firewood available in the immediate area so you should bring a good supply with you. Cell service is not available in most of the park, but wandering around a bit can find pockets of service. Plenty of trails to go hiking and bouldering on in the vast desert grounds. Be sure to be prepared for the desert weather. It is cold at night and can be very hot in the direct sun. Pop up shelters are recommended for an escape during peak temperature hours.
One of the most beautiful experiences of my life. The place is extremely quiet but you feel safe 100% . Bathrooms are located at a walking distance and you find toilet paper, it's clean and you see the park officers cleaning and disinfecting for Covid 19. The view is gorgeous and the tents are easily installed, you find fire pit and a grill.
Spacious sites. Clean, odorless bathrooms. I stayed at g4 which couldve been more isolated but it was great for what it was. Next time i would choose a different site a little further away from the rest. You’ll need to set up shade somehow, theres no shade at this site.
