Ribbonwood Equestrian Cg

RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG

Part of San Bernardino National Forest

Overview

Ribbonwood is an ideal mountain escape for equestrian campers. The campground overlooks Palm Desert and the Salton Sea in southern California and provides visitors with access to hundreds of miles of terrain for exploration and enjoyment.

The San Bernardino National Forest is submitting a proposal to increase fees at various sites across the Forest and is seeking public input. Please visit the https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf for more information and to submit comments regarding this proposal.

Facilities

The campground offers less than a dozen large, single-family campsites for both tent or RV camping. Each is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided, and campsites each have access to two horse corrals and hitching racks.

Natural Features

The campground is located approximately 16 miles southeast of Palm Desert, California, at an elevation of about 4,000 feet. It is nestled in a chaparral brush, high desert environment of cactus, pinyon pine and yucca plants. Roads and spurs are gravel.

Recreation

Horseback riding and mountain biking are popular activities. The 5.3-mile Sawmill Trail begins within the campground and traverses an old road with 2,220 feet of elevation gain. It also intersects with the Cactus Spring Trail near the campground's parking area.

Bountiful botanical species exist along the trail, providing scenic views for travelers.

Important Notices

  • Campfires and Charcoal are not allowed, Campers are allowed to use Propane or gas stoves with a shutoff valve. Call the Idyllwild Ranger Station at 909-382-2922 if clarification is needed.

  • This campground is not available for First Come - First Served camping. Please contact the Idyllwild Ranger Station with any questions. 909-382-2922.

  • Click here for more information on the San Bernardino National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
  • Please view your Reservation Confirmation Email for the Combo Gate Code.

Notifications and Alerts

  • A bear or multiple bears have been spotted in the area. Please be aware at all times, and visit our agency website for bear safety tips and more information.

Available Activities

  • Horseback Riding - Horseback Riding
  • Fishing - Fishing
  • Camping - Camping
  • Mountain Biking - Mountain Biking
  • Horse Camping - Horse Camping

Directions

<p>From Palm Desert, California, take the Palms to Pines Highway/Highway 74 south for approximately 16 miles to the community of Pinyon. Turn left onto South Pinyon Drive and the entrance to the campground is on the right.</p>

Contact Information

Phone: (760) 862-9984

54270 PINECREST AVE PO BOX 518
IDYLLWILD, CA 92549

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