Openings · last 7 days
2
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-10332703
When Mid Hills Campground reopens
Mid Hills Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
21
Openings · last 90 days
26
Only 26 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 25 monitored sites
Of the 4,575 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 4,482 open for online reservation · 66 reserved · 27 closed.
Where the open windows are
2% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 4,482 of 4,575 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Not open online2%
Open site-nights4,482 / 4,575
Reserved (of online inventory)66 / 4,548
Weekday openings2,587
Weekend openings1,895
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 2,587 fall on weekdays and 1,895 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027January holds the most room. 772 of 775 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 25 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 21 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 21 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 23 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 25 | Open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 25 | Open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 23 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 24 | Open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: 19 sites are available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: 25 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. New Year: 23 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 1 | 183 |
| 13 | 183 |
| 16 | 183 |
| 17 | 183 |
| 2 | 183 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotNext open dateMon · Nov 2
Next open weekendFri · Nov 6
The next bookable night is Nov 2; the first open weekend starts Nov 6. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
4,482 open site-nights across 25 sites at Mid Hills Campground, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 55 2-night, 53 3-night, 40 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Nov 2 at site 1.
All 25 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 13 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 16 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 17 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 2 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 20 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 26 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 3 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 4 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 5 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 6 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 7 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 8 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 9 | 20 ft | None | 182 | 180 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14 +170 more |
| 11 | 20 ft | None | 181 | 110 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +169 more |
| 15 | 20 ft | None | 181 | 132 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +169 more |
| 18 | 20 ft | None | 181 | 142 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +169 more |
| 12 | 20 ft | None | 180 | 177 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15, Nov 16 +168 more |
| 14 | 20 ft | None | 180 | 123 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14 +168 more |
| 19 | 20 ft | None | 178 | 156 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14 +166 more |
| 23 | 20 ft | None | 173 | 89 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 20 +161 more |
| 25 | 20 ft | None | 168 | 50 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19 +156 more |
| 22 | 20 ft | None | 167 | 78 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 22 +155 more |
| 21 | 20 ft | None | 166 | 156 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 23, Nov 29, Nov 30 +154 more |
| 24 | 20 ft | None | 166 | 78 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 20 +154 more |
About Mid Hills Campground
Overview
Mojave preserves a diverse mosaic of ecological habitats and a 10,000 year history of human connection with the desert. Offering extensive opportunities to experience desert landscapes, the preserve promotes understanding and appreciation for the increasingly threatened resources of the Mojave Desert. This remote preserve encourages a sense of discovery and a connection to wild places.
The Hackberry Fire swept through the Mid Hills area in 2005, burning much of the vegetation. About half of campsites were left unburned and remain surrounded by pinyon pine and juniper trees. At 5,600 feet in elevation, Mid Hills is much cooler than the desert floor below. The access road is unpaved and somewhat steep and is therefore not recommended for large motor homes or trailers. Water is not available at this campground.
Recreation
There are over 1.6 million acres to explore. The popular main attractions are accessible by paved and unpaved roads and more remote areas of the park will require a high clearance, 4WD vehicle.
Check out the must see highlights: Mojave National Preserve Must See Highlights
Explore the preserve off the beaten path! Take your street legal vehicle along the historic Mojave Road or visit the multitude of canyons and mining roads. Be sure to have high clearance and 4WD. Do not enter mines. 4WD Routes
Mojave offers many hikes to choose! Hiking
Visit Zzyzx and learn about its history. It is also a great birding location due to its pond.
Facilities
Each campsite contains 1-2 vehicle parking spots, picnic table, fire ring, and tent area. Vault toilets are available around the campground. No water is available.
Natural Features
Three of the four major North American deserts are found at Mojave National Preserve: the Mojave, Great Basin, and Sonoran. Dozens of seeps and springs coupled with varied elevations and soil types create microhabitats that support a diversity of plant and animal life. Cactus gardens, relict plant communities of white fir and chaparral and the densest, largest Joshua tree forest are all found here.
Geologically, the region is just as diverse as it is ecologically. Mountain ranges, dry riverbeds, great mesas, towering sand dunes, striking cinders cones, domes and lava flows define Mojave. Ancient rocks that date back to 2.5 billion years old have been discovered in the Clark Mountains.
Set out to search for the blooms across the preserve: Wildflowers
Visit the world’s largest Joshua Tree forest around the Cima Dome area.
Nearby Attractions
Popular Hikes:
Kelso Dunes - Hike to the top of our most popular sand dune!
Rings Loop – 1.5 miles, Discover how Hole-in-the-Wall got its name as you ascend narrow Banshee Canyon with the help of metal rings mounted in the rock.
Barber Peak - This loop trail encircles Barber Peak just west of Hole-in-the-Wall Campground.
Lava Tube - Explore an underground wonder! High clearance vehicle recommended.
Teutonia Peak - A mixed Joshua tree forest and Joshua tree graveyard beckon en route to a rocky peak with expansive views of Cima Dome and beyond! This area burned in August 2020.
25 monitored sitesRVs up to 20 ftNo hookupsPets OKFire pitsMax party 8
Getting there
From Los Angeles, Barstow, and Joshua Tree via Interstate 40: Exit Essex Road and drive north for 10 miles and turn right at the junction to Black Canyon Road. Continue for 16 miles and turn left at Wild Horse Canyon Rd. Continue for 2.5 miles to the campground. Roads leading to Mid Hills after Hole-in-the-Wall Information Center are unpaved and not recommended for motorhomes and trailers. From Death Valley and Las Vegas via Interstate 15: From the Kelbaker Road, Cima Road, or Nipton Road entrances, make your way to Kelso-Cima Road and turn east onto Cedar Canyon Road. Continue onto Cedar Canyon Road for 6 miles and turn right onto Black Canyon Road for 3 miles. Turn right onto Wild Horse Canyon Road for 2.5 miles.
2701 Barstow Road, Barstow, CA 92311
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Mid Hills Campground?
Reservations for Mid Hills Campground are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 4,482 of 4,575 tracked site-nights are open (98%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 26 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Mid Hills Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site-date openings at Mid Hills Campground in the last 7 days, 21 over 30 days and 26 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Mid Hills Campground?
53 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Nov 2 at site 1. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Mid Hills Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
No RV-analyzable site here has a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 20 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Mid Hills Campground?
January 2027, with 772 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 775.
When is the next open date at Mid Hills Campground?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Mon, Nov 2 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Nov 6. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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