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Joshua Tree National Park › California
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› Campsite #12
Campsite #12 at Indian Cove Campground, Joshua Tree National Park, CA
$35
Tent Site #12
| Drive-In | 6 people |
| 19 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | fair |
2/18
4/20
Campsite #12 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 19-foot driveway, Fire ring, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent 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% |
@KimberlyW93778 · Camped on Feb 2, 2026 at Campsite #12
Great campground, beautiful views. Super quiet during the week.
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@RobertA1820332 · Camped on Nov 28, 2025 at Campsite #12
Site 12 was a great spot, definitely fit 2 cars. Close to parking lot and close enough to the bathroom. Plenty of room to set up camp as well.
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@LisaL2148259 · Camped on Aug 16, 2025 at Campsite #12
Always an amazing experience, especially if you are wanting a dark sky for stargazing.
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@MarisaP9FF3343 · Camped on Jul 20, 2025 at Campsite #12
I didnt expect to have as much space as we did. The toilet was very clean and sanitary. We got to see the Milky Way and so many stars and shooting stars. It was spectacular.
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@McKenzieB1648F · Camped on Mar 23, 2025 at Campsite #12
We loved site 12. Perfect for our kids. They climbed on the rocks directly at the site for hours.
@SanazS1686DD0D · Camped on Feb 1, 2025 at Campsite #12
Beautiful and primitive campground in Joshua Tree. The space was great, the views were stunning, the night sky was out of this world. Only one bathroom near us, but at least it wasn't stinky. Coyotes howled and walked through the campground overnight, so if you do bring your pups, just make sure you keep them safe in your tent or van/RV at night. You can't access the park by car from the campground, as the nearest entry is about 15 minutes by car. Good to know when planning your activities. As always, pack it in, pack it out! Would definitely camp here again.
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@TamaraS213BF57 · Camped on Jan 31, 2025 at Campsite #12
Quiet and lovely. This campground is accessed from the highway so you have quick access to town.
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@ShaunC8E22EC64 · Camped on Jan 19, 2025 at Campsite #12
Favorite campsite in SoCal!
@DavidH4978786 · Camped on Jan 6, 2025 at Campsite #12
Signs everywhere say the campground is full, but this is not true. They are available to reserve online for the same night. The web page does not organize the available sites numerically, so it becomes difficult to find the site you want. Very poor management.
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@LauraS4657948 · Camped on Jan 1, 2025 at Campsite #12
This campground is stunning and has lots of great climbing.
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@RemielL98959F1 · Camped on Jul 6, 2024 at Campsite #12
Campsite 12 is hella secluded. DO NOT CHOOSE A CAMPSITE THAT IS NEXT TO THE VAULT TOILET. THOSE SMELL HOOOOOORIBLE!!!!The rocks next to the campsite are nice to climb :)
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@MckavenMCC98A3 · Camped on Jun 4, 2024 at Campsite #12
Private and quiet. Great site to see the stars. It was well kept. Dumpster bin is walking distance. Did not use the restroom there, but read reviews that toilets are non-flushable. Will definitely book this site again when the weather is cooler.
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@TT49C483DB7747 · Camped on Mar 17, 2024 at Campsite #12
We stayed at site 12. Very spacious site and private. One of the best ones I think. But overall this campground is excellent. We will be back again.
@AramA23F6B58F2 · Camped on Oct 11, 2023 at Campsite #12
Great spot.nice view to the rocks and sky
@MelissaW474369 · Camped on Mar 28, 2023 at Campsite #12
This campground is beautiful. It is about 20 min from town & the park. Lots of rocks to climb around on & actual rock climbing areas as well. There is a few hikes in the campground itself. We absolutely loved it & would stay here again if we couldn't find a spot in the park itself. Oh and the price is very reasonable too!
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@SamuelW2194730 · Camped on Mar 25, 2023 at Campsite #12
A magical experience! Love the NPS!
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@DaunC9472706 · Camped on Mar 6, 2023 at Campsite #12
We loved campsite #12, clean and a lot of space. Not too far from restroom(no flush no water).
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@DemetraFD45DE0 · Camped on Mar 1, 2023 at Campsite #12
Site 12 has beautiful views, is close enough to the facilities but far enough away and is relatively well protected from the winds which can get whipping in this area.
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@SeanH9A049BDBA · Camped on Dec 22, 2022 at Campsite #12
Wonderful weekend with unseasonably warm nights. The bathrooms could use a little work
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@JustinS6067631 · Camped on Oct 17, 2022 at Campsite #12
#12 is a great site. A boulder pile at the site provides nice privacy. I drove around and checked out the other sites while I was there. #12 seems to be one of the few that isn't directly next to another site. Beautiful scenery. Pit toilet and trash are a short walk away. Ground isn't super level, but it's manageable.
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@ValerieG750946 · Camped on Sep 22, 2022 at Campsite #12
Lovely views and bathrooms nearby.
@RebekkaH400308 · Camped on Apr 15, 2022 at Campsite #12
Remote but lovely campground! So peaceful, friendly, and sites are beautiful next to massive boulders. Besides having to bring in your own water, everything is well cared for. We saw rangers patrolling regularly. Pit toilets were clean and well stocked. Only downside is being a ways out of National Park but the campsite is worth it and you just have to plan to go in/out once a day. LOVE Indian Cove, highly recommend and hope to return!
@ScottH859 · Camped on Dec 12, 2021 at Campsite #12
Our third time staying here, we love Indian Cove. The silence, the crisp and clear blue skies and friendly fellow campers were fantastic. Make sure to take advantage of the day use area to do some scrambling.
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@PhilipC481 · Camped on Oct 17, 2021 at Campsite #12
Indian Cove is a beautiful campground. It has many sites but it stretches out over a mile so it doesn't seem crowded. Our site was particularly private. An army rock climbing excercise with about 30 guys starters off with a bang at 6am next to our spot. Fortunately we are early risers. It is near the spectacular 49 palms canyon trail and the nature trail at the end of the camp was interesting. It is lower in the park, so is warmer than some of the other campgrounds. Recreation.gov is a stressful site to navigate.
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