Ranger Led Hike-City of Rocks Nat. Reserve

Join a Ranger on a hike in the City of Rocks National Reserve.  This activity occurs every Monday and will rotate through some of the popular hikes in the City of Rocks.  Hike locations will be announced at the Visitor Center and on our Facebook page.  The hikes can var......More

Join a Ranger on a hike in the City of Rocks National Reserve.  This activity occurs every Monday and will rotate through some of the popular hikes in the City of Rocks.  Hike locations will be announced at the Visitor Center and on our Facebook page.  The hikes can vary in length and difficulty.  Be prepared with water & sun protection.

Historical Demo-Castle Rocks State Park

Come see historical demonstrations such as throwing an atl atl, pine nut gathering, or roping and branding.  Check out our Facebook page or the Visitor Center for the demo topic that week.

Ranger Talk-Castle Rocks State Park

Come for an evening of learning from a Ranger about the peoples of the past that connected with Castle Rocks State Park.  Check out our Facebook page or the Visitor Center for topics being discussed. 

First Adventures-City of Rocks Nat. Reserve

Each week a Ranger will teach a beginning skill that will allow you to get started having your own adventures in the outdoors.  Rotating topics, such as birding, camping, climbing, and astronomy will be covered during First Adventures.  Topics will be announced on our F......More

Each week a Ranger will teach a beginning skill that will allow you to get started having your own adventures in the outdoors.  Rotating topics, such as birding, camping, climbing, and astronomy will be covered during First Adventures.  Topics will be announced on our Facebook page as well as at the visitor center.

Jr. Ranger Program-City of Rocks Nat. Reserve

The Jr. Ranger Program is ideal for kids ages 5-12.  Various topics from the Jr. Ranger book will be covered each week.  Check out our Facebook page or the Visitor Center for topics covered that week.

Ranger Led Hike- Castle Rocks State Park

Join a Ranger on a hike in the Castle Rocks State Park.  This activity occurs every Thursday and will rotate through some of the popular hikes in the Castle Rocks.  Hike locations will be announced at the Visitor Center and on our Facebook page.  The hikes can vary in l......More

Join a Ranger on a hike in the Castle Rocks State Park.  This activity occurs every Thursday and will rotate through some of the popular hikes in the Castle Rocks.  Hike locations will be announced at the Visitor Center and on our Facebook page.  The hikes can vary in length and difficulty.  Be prepared with water & sun protection.

Historical Demo-City of Rocks Nat. Reserve

Come see how the emigrants did things as they crossed the California trail.  Each week will be a different topic from packing a wagon, to making candles, to making food.  Check out our Facebook page or the Visitor Center for the demo topic that week.

Ranger Talk-City of Rocks Nat. Reserve

Come for an evening of learning from a Ranger about the peoples of the past that connected with the City of Rocks.  Check out our Facebook page or the Visitor Center for topics being discussed. 

First Adventures-Castle Rocks State Park

Each week a Ranger will teach a beginning skill that will allow you to get started having your own adventures in the outdoors.  Rotating topics, such as birding, camping, climbing, and astronomy will be covered during First Adventures.  Topics will be announced on our F......More

Each week a Ranger will teach a beginning skill that will allow you to get started having your own adventures in the outdoors.  Rotating topics, such as birding, camping, climbing, and astronomy will be covered during First Adventures.  Topics will be announced on our Facebook page as well as at the visitor center.

Jr. Ranger Program-Castle Rocks State Park

The Jr. Ranger Program is ideal for kids ages 5-12.  Various topics from the Jr. Ranger book will be covered each week.  Check out our Facebook page or the Visitor Center for topics covered that week.

Ranger Led Hike-City of Rocks Nat. Reserve

Join a Ranger on a hike in the City of Rocks National Reserve.  This activity occurs every Monday and will rotate through some of the popular hikes in the City of Rocks.  Hike locations will be announced at the Visitor Center and on our Facebook page.  The hikes can var......More

Join a Ranger on a hike in the City of Rocks National Reserve.  This activity occurs every Monday and will rotate through some of the popular hikes in the City of Rocks.  Hike locations will be announced at the Visitor Center and on our Facebook page.  The hikes can vary in length and difficulty.  Be prepared with water & sun protection.

Historical Demo-Castle Rocks State Park

Come see historical demonstrations such as throwing an atl atl, pine nut gathering, or roping and branding.  Check out our Facebook page or the Visitor Center for the demo topic that week.

Ranger Talk-Castle Rocks State Park

Come for an evening of learning from a Ranger about the peoples of the past that connected with Castle Rocks State Park.  Check out our Facebook page or the Visitor Center for topics being discussed. 

First Adventures-City of Rocks Nat. Reserve

Each week a Ranger will teach a beginning skill that will allow you to get started having your own adventures in the outdoors.  Rotating topics, such as birding, camping, climbing, and astronomy will be covered during First Adventures.  Topics will be announced on our F......More

Each week a Ranger will teach a beginning skill that will allow you to get started having your own adventures in the outdoors.  Rotating topics, such as birding, camping, climbing, and astronomy will be covered during First Adventures.  Topics will be announced on our Facebook page as well as at the visitor center.

Jr. Ranger Program-City of Rocks Nat. Reserve

The Jr. Ranger Program is ideal for kids ages 5-12.  Various topics from the Jr. Ranger book will be covered each week.  Check out our Facebook page or the Visitor Center for topics covered that week.

Ranger Led Hike- Castle Rocks State Park

Join a Ranger on a hike in the Castle Rocks State Park.  This activity occurs every Thursday and will rotate through some of the popular hikes in the Castle Rocks.  Hike locations will be announced at the Visitor Center and on our Facebook page.  The hikes can vary in l......More

Join a Ranger on a hike in the Castle Rocks State Park.  This activity occurs every Thursday and will rotate through some of the popular hikes in the Castle Rocks.  Hike locations will be announced at the Visitor Center and on our Facebook page.  The hikes can vary in length and difficulty.  Be prepared with water & sun protection.

Fishing Friday

Come fish with Rangers at the Castle Rocks State Park pond.  Free loaner rods and tackle boxes are available to check out at the Visitor Center.  Children under 14 years of age can fish under the fishing license of an adult/Ranger.  Youth 14 and older must have their ow......More

Come fish with Rangers at the Castle Rocks State Park pond.  Free loaner rods and tackle boxes are available to check out at the Visitor Center.  Children under 14 years of age can fish under the fishing license of an adult/Ranger.  Youth 14 and older must have their own fishing license.

After passing the kiosk at the entrance of Castle Rocks State Park, the pond is located to the left before crossing the bridge into Castle Rocks proper.

Historical Demo-City of Rocks Nat. Reserve

Come see how the emigrants did things as they crossed the California trail.  Each week will be a different topic from packing a wagon, to making candles, to making food.  Check out our Facebook page or the Visitor Center for the demo topic that week.