Can you reserve a site at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG?

Yes, Ribbonwood Equestrian CG is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Ribbonwood Equestrian CG have?

9 sites in total, of which 8 can be booked.

Are pets allowed at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG?

Yes, pets are allowed at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG.

Are campfires allowed at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG?

Campfires are allowed at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Ribbonwood Equestrian CG, California — 8 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

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.

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.

The facts

8 bookable sites
9 sites in total, including non-bookable
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG, S&P

Site types

8 Equestrian Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Water hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

9 campsites at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	8	🐾
002	AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	8	🐾
003	AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	8	🐾
004	AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	8	🐾
005	AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	8	🐾
006	AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	8	🐾
007	AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	8	🐾
008	AREA RIBBONWOOD EQUESTRIAN CG	Equestrian Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	8	🐾
Scan & Pay Equestrian	S&P	Management	Pull Through	Gravel	—	8	🐾

Getting there

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.

33.57611, -116.45472 · 33°34'34.0"N 116°27'17.0"W

Directions (Google Maps) · Directions (Apple Maps)

Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	1.0	0.9	0.6	0.2	0.0	0.0	0.3	0.5	0.3	0.2	0.3	0.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

Common questions about Ribbonwood Equestrian CG

Can you reserve a site at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG?: Yes, Ribbonwood Equestrian CG is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Ribbonwood Equestrian CG have?: 9 sites in total, of which 8 can be booked.
Are pets allowed at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG?: Yes, pets are allowed at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG.
Does Ribbonwood Equestrian CG have hookups?: Water.
Are campfires allowed at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG?: Campfires are allowed at Ribbonwood Equestrian CG. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Ribbonwood Equestrian CG also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Ribbonwood Equestrian CG's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$15 per night, holders of Interagency Senior or Access cards are entitled to 50% campsite fee reduction. Holder of the card must be present.

Restrictions:

The fee allows for a maximum of 8 people per campsite and entry for 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle. There are no refunds for inclement weather. Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Ribbonwood Equestrian CG

Pinyon Flat Campground (San Bernardino National Forest) 0.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Pinyon Flat Campground 0.6 mi · Campground
Cahuilla Tewanet Scenic Overlook 1.8 mi · Facility
Santa Rosa Yellow Post Sites 2.3 mi · Campground
Santa Rosa Yellow Post Sites 2.7 mi · Facility
Coachella Valley Vista Point 5.9 mi · Facility
Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mtns. National Monument 7.1 mi · Facility
Thomas Mountain & Toolbox Springs Yellow Post Site 12.1 mi · Campground
Tool Box Springs Yellow Post Sites 12.2 mi · Facility
Tahquitz Peak Fire Lookout 17.8 mi · Facility
South Ridge Road 18.3 mi · Facility
Humber Park Trailhead Parking 18.6 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone (760) 862-9984
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Ribbonwood Equestrian CG