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Joshua Tree National Park › California
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› Campsite #50
Campsite #50 at Indian Cove Campground, Joshua Tree National Park, CA
$35
Tent Site #50
| Drive-In | 6 people |
| 19 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | weak |
3/5
4/9
Campsite #50 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 19-foot driveway, Fire ring, Picnic Table, Tent Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (14)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 71% |
| 4 star | | 14% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 14% |
@HannahMD867C15 · Camped on Sep 26, 2025 at Campsite #50
This campsite is beautifully tucked in the rocks. Bathroom was clean and as one would expect for campsite. Garbage onsite. Small walk to where we set up tent - up against rocks. Neighboring campsite was close! Would not be as enjoyable had it been booked. But because it was empty it was a perfect spot for us. Noisy neighbors next campground over. Not in the park therefore a little inconvenient location wise. No cell service.
No Service
@KevinA3275318 · Camped on Apr 20, 2025 at Campsite #50
Big campsite, really peaceful and quiet at night
No Service
@BreannaH04DD00 · Camped on Mar 9, 2025 at Campsite #50
This was my familys first time camping at Joshua Tree Indian Cove Campground and it was perfect! At this specific campground almost every campsite is located next to the national parks incredible boulders and has a unique view. The campsites come with a picnic table, fire pit, and charcoal grill. There is one pit toilet for everyone 5 or so campsites. So I do recommend bringing a portable toilet if you are a frequent goer. Check in time was at 12 PM. Upon arrival the campsites were completely vacated and open to set up our gear. I advise to bring comfortable clothing. We went during the winter time and although the temp during the day was no more than 55, it felt pretty hot with the sun. Also there is pretty much no shade so I recommend bringing an EZ up. Another tip is there is no water. For me, my husband, and dog we used an entire 7 gallon water jug within 24 hours. Also bring LOTS of firewood as it is freezing at night and the firewood burns fast. It reached about 38 degrees at night and was freezing cold. Our Heater Buddy barely did the job warming up the tent. Albeit our tent is pretty spacious so two would have been better. Okay now about the campground There are so many awesome trails to hike and walk. Take advantage of going on a trail to get some of the best views of the park. Pretty much anywhere you go youll be led to boulders you could climb. Be careful and take lots of cool pictures. The sunrise, sunset, and night sky are unreal! Soak it up and be in the moment. Take in what you are seeing with your own eyes. Stop by the visitor center and pick up a post card, sticker, or magnet to commemorate your trip! If you forget something dont worry there is a liquor store at the entrance of the campground/park. We forgot charcoal and this pace came in clutch.
Major Issues
@CliffordW86415 · Camped on Feb 8, 2024 at Campsite #50
Beautiful sites, excellently maintained!
No Service
@MaryB2951694 · Camped on Apr 9, 2023 at Campsite #50
We had a great time at the campsite. All positive, except there was no afternoon shade. We visited during days with high temps in the 90s, but no shade in the PM. Great site for cooler visits, though. Near the bathroom and boulders
No Service
@LouisDD7636F65 · Camped on Mar 9, 2023 at Campsite #50
Found sites clean and in good condition.
Major Issues
@DanielV1589109 · Camped on Mar 8, 2023 at Campsite #50
Beautiful weather, clean camp (#50), clear weather. Whats not to like?
Some Coverage
@MariaM4161283 · Camped on Oct 29, 2022 at Campsite #50
This site #50 is actually a bit small, I dont see how more than one tent could be set up here. It is a good site though, unless you tend to be picky. Love that its right next to these big rocks you can explore. It felt pretty private for us due to how we set up our area, but the next site over does need to walk next to yours in order to get to theirs. Everyone was respectful in regards to keeping it quiet during the appropriate times. The Indian cove trail is about .5 miles from here. Restroom is just across the way, super clean! I would definitely rebook this campground and this specific site in the future.
Major Issues
@LuisLB908EF075 · Camped on Apr 13, 2022 at Campsite #50
Indian Cove Campground is always a great experience.
@AmandaG3609573 · Camped on Apr 2, 2022 at Campsite #50
Great spot. close to town but felt away from it all. EV charging at 29 palms community center.
@DaveB287 · Camped on Nov 21, 2021 at Campsite #50
Lots of boulder piles. Walking around the campground at night with the moon mostly full was a ton of fun. All the rocks looked like faces and animals by moonlight. Toilets were clean but smell like pit toilets. We had cell service in parts of the campground.
@TaylorZ622 · Camped on Mar 11, 2021 at Campsite #50
Great campground amongst beautiful boulders!
Some Coverage
@DanielN6100178 · Camped on Feb 21, 2021 at Campsite #50
When we arrived, someone else was in our site. The ranger mistakenly re-sold it.
@DanielN148 · Camped on Feb 18, 2021 at Campsite #50
When we arrived, someone else was in our campsite. The ranger mistakenly re-sold our site.
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