Mojave National Preserve hub of sculptured volcanic rhyolite walls at 4,400 ft. Rings Loop climbs Banshee Canyon with metal rings set in rock; information center, campground, and nature trails make this the easiest big-feature base in the preserve east of Kelso.
Field facts
| Region | San Bernardino County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35.0433, -115.3997 |
| Manage | NPS Mojave National Preserve |
| Elevation | ~4,400 ft |
| Trail | Rings Loop / Banshee Canyon |
| Access | Paved Black Canyon Road |
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Nearby amenities
- CampgroundHole-In-The-Wall Campground0.6 km away
- CampgroundHole-in-the-Wall Campground0.8 km away
- CampgroundBlack Canyon Group And Equestrian Campground1.7 km away
- CampgroundMid Hills Campground9.4 km away
- CampgroundMid Hills Campground10.1 km away
- Rec areaMojave National Preserve14 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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