Indian Cove Campground is on the north side of Joshua Tree National Park. Campsites are nestled among towering rocks, sculpted over the centuries by wind and rain. With many excellent rock climbing routes nearby, the campground is popular with climbers as well as those who appreciate a beauty of the rock formations. There is no drinking water at Indian Cove Campground. Water is available 2 miles away at the ranger station.
Indian Cove Campground is popular for RV camping. Twenty-eight of the sites at Indian Cove Campground are available for tents, RVs, or trailers, while 63 are tent-only sites. Some campsites are small and may not accommodate the maximum number of people and vehicles. Check the specific details when you are registering for a particular site. Indian Cove includes 13 Group Camps.
| Indian Cove Campground Basics | |
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| Indian Cove Campground Location: | north end of Joshua Tree National Park, off Highway 62 |
| Elevation: | 3,200 feet |
| Mileage/Driving Time: | Twentynine Palms - 3 miles, 10 minutes
Riverside - 95 miles, 1:44 |
| Number of Sites: | 101 |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles/tents per Site: | 2 vehicles (if space permits), 3 tents |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Joshua Tree National Park |
| Park information: | (760) 367-5500 |
| Reservations for Indian Cove Campground | |
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| Reservations: | Indian Cove Campground reservations are required from the end of August through early June.
At other times campsites are first-come, first-served. |
| Booking Window: | from 1 day up to 6 months in advance of arrival |
| Camping Limit: | 14 nights from October through May with 30 days total per year |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 25 - 35 feet, varies by site |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $35 per night |
| Campground Photos and Map: | Indian Cove Campground Photos and Map |
| Reservations: | Indian Cove Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: Noon Check-out: Noon |
| Indian Cove Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire grate |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, no drinking water, amphitheater |
| Showers and laundry: | Twentynine Palms, 10 miles |
| Dump station: | No |
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| Updates | Last Updated January 2025 |
Indian Cove Campground has 13 tent-only, group sites. The maximum number of people allowed at each site ranges from 15 to 60. The minimum number for all sites is 7. The number of vehicles allowed per site ranges from 10 to 18, and fees $55 per night. Each campsite has picnic tables and fire pits.
Reservations: Indian Cove Group Camps
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the website when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.
Water is not available at all campgrounds. Plan ahead and carry plenty of water.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Visitors to Joshua Tree National Park appreciate the stunning beauty of the desert and the wonderful flora and fauna of the region. Campers at Indian Cove Campground find campsites tucked in among massive boulders.
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