Campsite #81 at Jumbo Rocks Campground, Joshua Tree National Park, CA

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Campsite #81

37 reviews
Drive-In 6 people
35 ft Parallel
2 weak
81
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Campsite #81 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)

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@AndrewKC5CF416 · Camped on Nov 26, 2025 at Campsite #81
Perfect spot for 30 ft RvFire ring close to roadSun for half the dayLot of boulders behind site to climb
Verizon
No Service
@JavierG2285877 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #81
Restroom clean and well stocked with toilet paper. Trash cans were emptied daily.
T-Mobile
Some Coverage
@GertJanv11573C · Camped on May 22, 2025 at Campsite #81
Beautiful place. We enjoyed it very much.
@JamieL7227610 · Camped on May 4, 2025 at Campsite #81
Site 81 was lovely for our small RV (26'). It felt nestled in the jumbo rocks and somewhat private. Would book this site again!
T-Mobile
No Service
@KatieB9423538 · Camped on Apr 13, 2025 at Campsite #81
Jumbo Rocks is absolutely beautiful! The experience was even better as the campground hosts were friendly and happy to help with a minor issue. The NPS employees we talked to were very friendly and knowledgeable.
Verizon
No Service
@PeterS7845234 · Camped on Mar 4, 2025 at Campsite #81
Best desert setting ever!
@RussCD4808663F · Camped on Jan 29, 2025 at Campsite #81
With no WiFi or cell coverage trying to sign up for another day was impossible
Verizon
No Service
@CarolinTEC09D4 · Camped on Dec 7, 2024 at Campsite #81
Beautiful located campground within Joshua Tree NP. The sites are well maintained. Most attractions are not far away. Even some hikes can be made from the campground.
T-Mobile
No Service
@EmilyJ8736402 · Camped on Dec 2, 2024 at Campsite #81
Lovely site in amongst beautiful rock formations. Lots of privacy, clean restrooms, great hikes right from the campground. Wonderful!
AT&T
No Service
@TracyT2929676 · Camped on Nov 22, 2024 at Campsite #81
Great campground with hiking trails.
T-Mobile
No Service
@EricKDAE7AA581 · Camped on Oct 21, 2024 at Campsite #81
Jumbo Rocks Campground is close to some great hikes and climbing areas. Most sites have decent privacy.
Verizon
Some Coverage
@UlrichLD9FA938 · Camped on Aug 26, 2024 at Campsite #81
This campground is set in a breathtaking location. Both the kids and we loved climbing among the rocks, watching the stunning sunsets, and stargazing at the Milky Way at night. However, there were a few drawbacks. The restrooms tended to attract bees during the daytime, though fortunately, they cleared out at night. Also, the restrooms could be quite odorous. While the campsite was almost empty when we visited at the end of August, I noticed that some sites are very close to each other, which could potentially be a concern during peak seasons.
T-Mobile
Some Coverage
@AndrTD9C2F7072 · Camped on May 14, 2024 at Campsite #81
A nice campground with a cool view. Flushable toilets would have been nice. With such a hot climate, the toilets were not smelling really well. But for one night it was ok
T-Mobile
No Service
@JanayG1D3449BE · Camped on May 12, 2024 at Campsite #81
Our site felt private, trails were nearby, and our son had so much fun climbing and playing on the rocks. We really loved our stay here! We would definitely stay here again!
AT&T
Some Coverage
@MarkusH87DC5FE · Camped on May 7, 2024 at Campsite #81
Friendly RangerVery nice SiteClean ToiletNo Signal (Cellphone)We would come again!
T-Mobile
No Service
@HeatherE470438 · Camped on Mar 17, 2024 at Campsite #81
Beautiful park that is well cared for by lovely people. An incredible experience!
AT&T
No Service
@FaridaSDA83E6E · Camped on Feb 16, 2024 at Campsite #81
Fabulous campsite location with many trails around and central for exploring the rest of the park.
@EricZ75A7E0E57 · Camped on Feb 5, 2024 at Campsite #81
had a great time because inclement weather caused most people to pass on the time we were there so one in 10 campsites were occupied.My only suggestion would be to put the signs on the recycling on the front of the bins vice the top. I dumped a mixed bag of aluminum and glass in a bin with the lid open and only noticed the "glass only" label after the stuff had already dropped.
Verizon
No Service
@TracyT2929676 · Camped on Nov 12, 2023 at Campsite #81
Love Jumbo Rocks campground
T-Mobile
No Service
@IngoNA894F6EE2 · Camped on Jun 3, 2023 at Campsite #81
Very nice campground. A bit crowded and not perfectly quiet. Still one of our favorites.
AT&T
Major Issues
@BunnyTBC4FB25C · Camped on Mar 8, 2023 at Campsite #81
Beautiful weather and campsites are well spaced and surprisingly private. Keep up the good work, Joshua Tree rangers!
@Elizabeth6A1F9 · Camped on Mar 1, 2023 at Campsite #81
Nice site. Unique experience with snow!
@JulieC9513135 · Camped on Jan 4, 2023 at Campsite #81
This campground is awesome! So great for kids with lots of rocks to climb. No check in area, all self serve with reservations. Toilets only, no showers. Walk to skull rock. Absolutely no cell service. Beautiful scenery!! We loved it and cant wait to come back.
No Service
@CalvinW5A961DC · Camped on Dec 30, 2022 at Campsite #81
Jumbo Rocks is a gem of a campground. There are plenty of places to do bouldering, from easy for the kids to harder climbs leading to great vantage points of the area. Dont expect to have cell service so you can properly disconnect. Bathrooms are well maintained. Campground has no running water. The rangers are pleasant and do a great job of patrolling the grounds. Campground is a close hike to Skull Rock and can continue to Face Rock. Great interactive trek with informative signs along the way. The north entrance of park is about 15-20 minutes away and leads to 29 Palms if supplies or food are needed.
@joshuaa5803700 · Camped on Aug 28, 2022 at Campsite #81
Great campsite with plenty of space between neighbors. Make sure to bring plenty of water before you arrive.

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