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Campsite #A7 at Cottonwood Campground, Joshua Tree National Park, CA
$35
Campsite #A7
| Drive-In | 6 people |
| 35 ft | Parallel |
| 2 | weak |
2/25
3/1
Campsite #A7 Features: Drive-In access, Parallel parking, 35-foot driveway, Fire ring w/ Grill, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (25)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 80% |
| 4 star | | 16% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
| 2 star | | 4% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@PhilY272939071 · Camped on Jan 28, 2026 at Campsite #A7
Great location to start hikes.
@MarkV8262617 · Camped on Jul 24, 2025 at Campsite #A7
Clean campsite and bathrooms.
No Service
No Service
@AMYS5542485 · Camped on Dec 31, 2024 at Campsite #A7
Beautiful, remote campground. I loved how there were some hiking options from the campground.
No Service
@LoriL4747115 · Camped on May 8, 2024 at Campsite #A7
Wonderful spot to see the whole park. The Spring was an unexpected treat. Side parking is narrow but our little rig fit just fine.
@TimothyS245218 · Camped on Mar 18, 2024 at Campsite #A7
Facilities and campgrounds were great! Early spring is one of the best times to visit and hike.
No Service
@TracyT2929676 · Camped on Feb 12, 2024 at Campsite #A7
Not all campsites have good tent spots. 3 hikes right out of campground. Water is a treat in JT.
@Jennifer927428 · Camped on Jan 26, 2024 at Campsite #A7
Loved this spot! You could fit two cars but there was parking! Right next to the bathrooms! I recommend
No Service
@PhilipS8287414 · Camped on Jan 21, 2024 at Campsite #A7
Great campsites well maintained.
Some Coverage
@KathyIDECC99B8 · Camped on Nov 20, 2023 at Campsite #A7
The area is beautiful and we would like to explore further, but we had only one night. Only concerns were several camp fires during a very windy day/night, and lack of dark sky viewing from an rv with bright lights.
No Service
@ElyseN146E75B1 · Camped on Aug 13, 2023 at Campsite #A7
When Joshua tree np talks about the wildlife you might encounter, they arent joking. There was a huge ass spider just minding his own business in the restroom, and there was also half of the largest rattlesnake Ive ever seen, I dont know where the other half was. Wildlife aside, the campground was spacious and had plenty of room for tents. Bathrooms were close by and clean. The only downside was the size and orientation of the parking spots. Some were pull in, but the spot I had was parallel park - it wasnt an issue since Im a car camper, but rvs be warned. The absolute best part was just having the majesty and beauty of the park right at your fingertips! Im definitely coming back to this campground!
No Service
@LysaT7C0C50C57 · Camped on May 14, 2023 at Campsite #A7
There are great hikes right out of the camp ground. and there are less people around then the northern part fo the park.
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@JulieG2507232 · Camped on Apr 4, 2023 at Campsite #A7
Nicely spaced campsites with flush toilets. It was the perfect spot for spring break.
No Service
@TimothyS245218 · Camped on Mar 20, 2023 at Campsite #A7
Fun time - 28ft class A, 2 slides, fit well in A-loop outer spot. Watch the weather in early Spring - got some high winds and rain - it actually made it more fun. Hiking was great with lots of flowers.
No Service
@AnnD8724949 · Camped on Mar 17, 2023 at Campsite #A7
6:25 AM Saturday. Campground full. Garbage pickup clanging and beeping. The fact that this is allowed says to me that there is something terribly wrong with how the place is managed. Also: maybe the campground hosts could get out of their chairs and pick up some of the trash flying around. I did, and I was a paying guest.
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@GregoryB745869 · Camped on Mar 5, 2023 at Campsite #A7
Very nice campground. Sites are well spaced. Quiet. The only campground in the park with water.Hike to Mastadon Peak is well worth it. Beautiful views from the summit.Because of its' southern location have to drive about 45 min to an hour to get to most of the hikes in the park.Friendly and helpful folks at the visitor center.
No Service
@AudraY3765304 · Camped on Feb 17, 2023 at Campsite #A7
Cottonwood is a great base camp for Joshua Tree - running water and flush toilets, gorgeous sunsets and sunrises, and quiet since its in the southern part of the park. We were there in February and got to see gorgeous desert wildflowers nearby. Easy walk or bike ride to the visitor center. Relaxed atmosphere, even on a weekend its a little lively at night, but folks respected the quiet hours. Highly recommended!
No Service
@ZacharyN358517 · Camped on Feb 12, 2023 at Campsite #A7
Clean restrooms, plenty of space for a good sized tent, each space has a large concrete picnic table and and a fire pit with a grill top. I had zero issues parking my 4x4 but those with truck and trailer may be a little tight. Overall very nice, quiet campsite
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@EricS9323236 · Camped on Oct 7, 2022 at Campsite #A7
Great place to camp. Beautiful desert views and trails. Bathrooms were cleaned daily and that was greatly appreciated. Visitors should be mindful of volume as it is flat land and voices, noises, music carry very far.
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@YandeP589EF3BF · Camped on Jul 3, 2022 at Campsite #A7
Great experience and clean environment
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@AricB8D567DBA3 · Camped on Feb 23, 2022 at Campsite #A7
Great place to camp a Joshua Tree. One of only two campgrounds there where theres direct access to water.
Major Issues
@SteveCA3A11587 · Camped on Feb 17, 2022 at Campsite #A7
Very nice place for our maiden voyage in our new motor home. No phone or internet service in the Campground... Perfect!
No Service
@GesaSCF8310B0B · Camped on Feb 14, 2022 at Campsite #A7
Great campground. Beautiful location. Loved the views and hikes. Clean facilities and large sites. Well be back.
No Service
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