Castle Mountains National Monument
Designation: National Monument
Location: California
📘 Park Overview
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.
🌤 Weather Information
Weather 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 can carpet the area, making for spectacular displays. Summer months are much hotter, with temperatures nearing 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Strong monsoonal storms in late summer may cause flash-flooding in low-lying areas and can create hazardous road conditions. Fall is a cooler respite after the heat of summer.
🚗 Directions
You 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.
Images
Red rocks frame a stand of Joshua trees and sage brush in the desert floor..
Credit: NPS Photo
From Walking Box Ranch road, visitors to Castle Mountains can enjoy the stunning view of the Castle Peaks, which are located in surrounding Mojave National Preserve lands.
Credit: NPS Photo
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Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Monday, Apr 20
Sunny
High: 87.8°F | Low: 59.9°F
Humidity: 15%
Wind: 22.8 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 8.9
Sunrise: 06:01 AM
Sunset: 07:17 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (9%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 55.3°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Tuesday, Apr 21
Sunny
High: 81.6°F | Low: 57.1°F
Humidity: 22%
Wind: 28 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 8.8
Sunrise: 05:59 AM
Sunset: 07:18 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (17%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 52.9°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Wednesday, Apr 22
Sunny
High: 68.8°F | Low: 45.3°F
Humidity: 31%
Wind: 20.4 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 8.5
Sunrise: 05:58 AM
Sunset: 07:19 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (27%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 44.7°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
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Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
Castle Mountains National Monument
2701 Barstow Road
Barstow, CA 92311
🏤 Mailing Address:
Castle Mountains National Monument
2701 Barstow Road
Barstow, CA 92311
📞 Voice Phone: 7602526100
✉️ Email: MOJA_Superintendent@nps.gov