Indian Cove Group
Download the NPS app prior to visiting the park – trail maps and more! Indian Cove Campground lies amid the huge, steep rock formations for which Joshua Tree National Park is known. Because of its proximity to many rock climbing routes, it is a popular camping location for climbers. Indian Cove Group is one of three group campgrounds in the park that can be reserved year round. To get the most out of your visit Plan Like a Park Ranger Travelers who enjoy warm, dry winters flock to Joshua Tree from October through May, when temperatures hover between 70-90 degrees during the day and drop to a 40-60 degree range at night.
This is the group site. Looking for the main campground? Indian Cove Campground, 114 sites, is 1.9 miles away.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 13 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 24 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
13 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01 | Back-in | 24 | 60 / 18 | Yes |
| G02 | Back-in | 24 | 45 / 8 | Yes |
| G03 | Back-in | 24 | 15 / 10 | Yes |
| G04 | Back-in | 24 | 25 / 5 | Yes |
| G05 | Back-in | 24 | 20 / 8 | Yes |
| G06 | Back-in | 24 | 20 / 8 | Yes |
| G07 | Back-in | 24 | 20 / 7 | Yes |
| G08 | Back-in | 24 | 25 / 5 | Yes |
| G09 | Back-in | 24 | 15 / 7 | Yes |
| G10 | Back-in | 24 | 20 / 4 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 24 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Park Entrance Fee is not required at Indian Cove Campground; entering the main portion of the park requires a $30/vehicle fee in addition to the camping fee. Group Site Fees are $35 or $40/night depending on capacity. |
| Dark sky | Inside Joshua Tree National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park |
This facility has 13 tent-only group sites ( link to individual sites ). There are no hookups or drinking water in the campground, however water and an emergency phone are available two miles away at the ranger station. The town of Twentynine Palms is less than 10 miles away and provides basic amenities. The maximum number of people and vehicles per site varies.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
Take Interstate 10 to State Highway 62. Go past the West Entrance at Park Boulevard and continue east another 9.3 miles. Turn south on Indian Cove Road. Follow the road into the campground. If coming from the east, follow Highway 62 approximately seven miles west of the city of Twentynine Palms and turn south onto Indian Cove Road.
| Nearest town | Twentynine Palms, California |
| Coordinates | 34.0930° N, 116.1575° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Individual Site: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change your reservation. Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date incur a $10 cancellation fee. Within 48 hours of arrival, a $10 cancellation fee and the first night's fee are charged. Group Site: Customers who cancel a group overnight reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. No-Shows Overnight Facilities: A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out (noon) time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time (noon) on the day following the arrival date.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Nomad Ventures ↗ | 9.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 13.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Mountain Air Mobile Home Sales ↗ | 45.3 mi |
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CAMPING in JOSHUA TREE - INDIAN COVE CAMPGROUND
Worth a stop
- 6.4 miJoshua Tree National Park Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Chemehuevi CemeterySite · Twentynine Palms · 6.4 mi
Natural features
Campsites are nestled on a flat, sandy surface between large boulders that tower in unique shapes over the campground and rise up from the otherwise uniform desert landscape. The rocks were formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago and have been exposed and shaped by wind and water over time. They brighten with soft pastel hues during the morning and evening sunlight and glow with campfire light by night. Visitors may want to keep their eyes out for typical desert inhabitants such as lizards, rattlesnakes, scorpions, ravens, squirrels and desert tarantulas during the cooler months of the year. Bobcats and mountain lions do live in the park, however they are rarely seen near humans.
Recreation
Rock climbers flock to Indian Cove Campground for the variety of routes and warmer temperatures that can be found in the interior of the park. Several hiking trails also leave from the campground. There is a short interpretive nature trail and plenty of rocks for the non-climber to explore within the facility. Clear desert skies are perfect for star-gazing and night photography.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Indian Cove Group?
Sites at Indian Cove Group are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Indian Cove Group?
Park Entrance Fee is not required at Indian Cove Campground; entering the main portion of the park requires a $30/vehicle fee in addition to the camping fee. Group Site Fees are $35 or $40/night depending on capacity.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Indian Cove Group?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Indian Cove Group?
Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date incur a $10 cancellation fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Indian Cove Group have?
13 sites, including 13 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Indian Cove Group?
The longest site here provides 24 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Indian Cove Group?
Yes, pets are allowed at Indian Cove Group. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Indian Cove Group?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Indian Cove Group good for stargazing?
Yes. Indian Cove Group sits inside Joshua Tree National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park.
Source: DarkSky International
Is there cell service at Indian Cove Group?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Indian Cove Group?
Rock climbers flock to Indian Cove Campground for the variety of routes and warmer temperatures that can be found in the interior of the park. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Indian Cove Group?
Twentynine Palms, California.
Source: Getting there