Castle Mountains
United States
About Castle Mountains
Castle Mountains National Monument protects a diverse desert ecosystem in the eastern Mojave Desert between Nevada and Arizona. The monument features Joshua tree forests, desert washes, and rugged mountain terrain that provides habitat for desert tortoises and bighorn sheep. Managed by the National Park Service as part of Mojave National Preserve, it preserves important wildlife corridors and Native American cultural sites. The area offers opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and experiencing pristine desert landscapes.