Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Amboy, CA
Nestled in the striking Mojave Desert, Amboy, CA, offers camping enthusiasts a variety of options to fully embrace the tranquil beauty of the region. For RV campers, the historic, Route 66-adjacent Amboy Crater Campground provides facilities such as water and fire pits, allowing visitors to enjoy scenic views of the nearby volcanic crater and the sparkling stars at night. Tent camping is popular at nearby Kelso Dunes, where adventurers can pitch their tents amidst towering sand dunes and explore the stunning landscape during the day. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping opportunities abound in the surrounding Mojave National Preserve, offering a chance to connect with nature in serene, undeveloped settings. The area’s unique geography, characterized by vast deserts, rugged mountains, and fascinating geological formations, creates an ideal backdrop for hiking and exploring. Whether you're parked in an RV, setting up a tent, or enjoying the wild outdoors, Amboy, CA, promises unforgettable camping experiences surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty.
Indian Cove Campground is part of Joshua Tree National Park in California (47 min east of Desert Hot Springs, CA) with an elevation of 3,042 feet. There are a total of 97 campsites including 27 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 70 sites can accommodate RVs between 18 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater. Activities include hiking trails.
Jumbo Rocks Campground is part of Joshua Tree National Park in California (1 hr 27 min northeast of Indio, CA) with an elevation of 4,408 feet. There are a total of 124 campsites including 69 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 50 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 12 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $15.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include restroom, amphitheater. Activities include hiking trails, rock climbing.
White Tank Campground is part of Joshua Tree National Park in California (1 hr 13 min northeast of Indio, CA) with an elevation of 3,788 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of September to the end of May. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 25 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include accessible, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include hiking trails.
Hidden Valley Campground is part of Joshua Tree National Park in California (1 hr 19 min north of Indio, CA) with an elevation of 4,175 feet. There are a total of 43 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 25 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include accessible, restroom, trash dumpster, pay telephone. Activities include hiking trails, rock climbing.
Belle Campground is part of Joshua Tree National Park in California (1 hr 17 min northeast of Indio, CA) with an elevation of 3,800 feet. There are a total of 18 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of September to the end of May. Sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 35 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include accessible, restroom, and trash dumpster. Activities include hiking trails.
Ryan Campground is part of Joshua Tree National Park in California (1 hr 21 min north of Indio, CA) with an elevation of 4,282 feet. Ryan Campground is rated 4.5 stars from 282 reviews. There are a total of 35 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 32 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include accessible, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include horseback riding, hiking trails, rock climbing.
Black Rock Equestrian Campground is part of Joshua Tree National Park in California (31 min northeast of Desert Hot Springs, CA) with an elevation of 4,048 feet. There are a total of 20 campsites. The campground is open all year. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water. Activities include horseback riding, hiking trails.
Afton Canyon Campground in San Bernardino County is located 1 hr 9 min northeast of Apple Valley, CA with an elevation of 1,406 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Prices start at $6.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include ohv trails nearby.
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