RV parkRVers who want quiet
72CP
California · 7 ranked campgrounds
Best campgrounds near Joshua Tree National Park
Desert boulders, iconic trees and dark skies. Most park campgrounds are dry — bring water. Jumbo Rocks is the visual centerpiece.
Ranked by Camping Points
- 1Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground72CP
Joshua Tree, CA · Check availability
- 2Black Rock Campground70CP
Yucca Valley, CA · Seasonal demand
- 3Twentynine Palms RV Resort70CP
Twentynine Palms, CA · Check availability
- 4Hidden Valley Campground63CP
Joshua Tree NP, CA · Good last-minute odds
- 5Indian Cove Campground62CP
Joshua Tree NP, CA · Often books early
- 6Jumbo Rocks Campground61CP
Joshua Tree NP, CA · Often books early
- 7Ryan Campground61CP
Joshua Tree NP, CA · Seasonal demand
Best for every kind of trip
Best overall
Best for RVs
RV parkRVers who need hookups
70CP
Best for families
CampgroundFamilies with young kids
70CP
Getting oriented
Best October through April. RV hookups are outside the park in Twentynine Palms and Yucca Valley.
FAQ
When should I book a campground near Joshua Tree?
Peak-season sites often open 6 months in advance and fill within minutes. Shoulder-season trips give you more flexibility and better score-to-price ratios.
Which Joshua Tree campground is best for RVs?
Twentynine Palms RV Resort scores highest on the RV category (92/100) thanks to full hookups and big-rig access.
What's the best family-friendly option?
Black Rock Campground tops the family score at 86/100, with safe layout and amenities that make short trips easier.
How is the Camping Points Score calculated?
A weighted 0–100 blend of view, comfort, family, remote, RV, value and booking scores. See methodology.
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