Pro scans every minute· 119K campsites tracked

Very Hard to BookNational Park

Indian Cove Campground

Joshua Tree National Park, California

Sold out? We check Indian Cove Campground for cancellations and email you the moment a site opens.

Cancellation alerts

Sold out for your dates?

ArriveLeave

Free to start. Email alerts included.

As of October 2026, Indian Cove Campground is a campground in Joshua Tree National Park, California with 97 campsites. Indian Cove Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

PermitSnag checks Indian Cove Campground for availability and tells alert holders when a site opens up.
Indian Cove Campground is located at 34.1200° N, 116.1558° W.

people allowed on 55 of 97 sites: 6

Indian Cove Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (79 sites)Oct 2 (17 sites)

79 sites open on Oct 1 at Indian Cove Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 22:17 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Group bookings open: 6 Months
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum reservations at once: 3 reservations
Maximum stay: 30 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Indian Cove Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Indian Cove Campground

12345679101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839414243444546474849505152535455565758596061636465666768697071727374757778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100101

Standard 52
Tent 45
Accessible 1

What an RV fits

15–19 ft10 sites
20–24 ft10 sites
25–29 ft4 sites
30–34 ft2 sites
35–39 ft1 site

Amenities

potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: hiking, climbing, photography, stargazing.

All sites at Indian Cove Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Indian Cove Campground loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
001	Standard	4	18 ft	Accessible
002	Standard	6	-	-
003	Standard	6	20 ft	-
004	Standard	4	-	-
005	Standard	6	-	-
006	Standard	6	18 ft	-
007	Standard	6	25 ft	-
009	Standard	4	-	-
010	Standard	6	-	-
011	Standard	4	-	-
012	Standard	6	-	-
013	Standard	6	22 ft	-
014	Standard	6	18 ft	-
015	Tent	4	-	-
016	Tent	4	-	-
017	Standard	4	-	-
018	Standard	6	-	-
019	Standard	6	-	-
020	Standard	6	-	-
021	Standard	6	32 ft	-
022	Standard	6	35 ft	-
023	Standard	4	-	-
024	Standard	4	18 ft	-
025	Standard	4	23 ft	-
026	Standard	4	18 ft	-
027	Standard	4	24 ft	-
028	Standard	4	-	-
029	Tent	6	-	-
030	Tent	6	-	-
031	Tent	6	-	-
032	Standard	6	-	-
033	Tent	6	-	-
034	Tent	6	-	-
035	Standard	6	27 ft	-
036	Tent	6	-	-
037	Standard	4	21 ft	-
038	Tent	6	-	-
039	Tent	4	-	-
041	Tent	6	-	-
042	Tent	4	-	-
043	Standard	6	21 ft	-
044	Tent	6	-	-
045	Standard	4	-	-
046	Tent	6	-	-
047	Tent	4	-	-
048	Standard	6	24 ft	-
049	Standard	6	18 ft	-
050	Standard	6	-	-
051	Tent	6	-	-

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
052	Standard	6	33 ft	-
053	Standard	6	25 ft	-
054	Tent	4	-	-
055	Tent	4	-	-
056	Tent	4	-	-
057	Tent	4	-	-
058	Tent	4	-	-
059	Standard	6	20 ft	-
060	Tent	6	-	-
061	Standard	6	28 ft	-
063	Tent	4	-	-
064	Tent	6	-	-
065	Tent	6	-	-
066	Tent	4	-	-
067	Tent	4	-	-
068	Tent	4	-	-
069	Tent	4	-	-
070	Tent	6	-	-
071	Tent	4	-	-
072	Tent	4	-	-
073	Tent	4	-	-
074	Tent	4	-	-
075	Standard	4	-	-
077	Standard	4	18 ft	-
078	Standard	6	-	-
079	Standard	4	-	-
080	Standard	4	-	-
081	Standard	6	18 ft	-
082	Standard	6	-	-
083	Standard	6	-	-
084	Standard	2	20 ft	-
085	Standard	6	-	-
086	Standard	6	-	-
087	Standard	6	-	-
088	Standard	6	21 ft	-
089	Tent	6	-	-
090	Tent	6	-	-
091	Tent	4	-	-
092	Tent	4	-	-
093	Tent	2	-	-
094	Standard	4	18 ft	-
095	Standard	4	18 ft	-
096	Tent	6	-	-
097	Tent	6	-	-
098	Tent	6	-	-
099	Tent	6	-	-
100	Tent	6	-	-
101	Tent	6	-	-

About Indian Cove Campground

Overview

Download the NPS app prior to visiting the park – trail maps and more!

Indian Cove Campground lies amid the huge, steep rock formations for which Joshua Tree National Park is known. Because of its proximity to many rock climbing routes, it is a popular camping location for climbers. Indian Cove is one of four campgrounds in the park that requires reservations year-round. To get the most out of your visit Plan Like a Park Ranger

Travelers who enjoy warm, dry winters flock to Joshua Tree from October through May, when temperatures hover between 70-90 degrees during the day and drop to a 40-60 degree range at night. Summer is the park's off-season due to the uncomfortably-high desert heat. Indian Cove is at an elevation of 3,200 feet.

Recreation

Rock climbers flock to Indian Cove Campground for the variety of routes and warmer temperatures that can be found in the interior of the park. Several hiking trails also leave from the campground. There is a short interpretive nature trail and plenty of rocks for the non-climber to explore within the facility. Clear desert skies are perfect for star-gazing and night photography.

Facilities

This large facility has 101 individual campsites, as well as 13 tent-only group sites . There are no hookups or drinking water in the campground, however water and an emergency phone are available two miles away at the ranger station. The town of Twentynine Palms is less than 10 miles away and provides basic amenities.

The park allows six people and two vehicles per site, however, some sites are small and may not accommodate the maximum number of people and vehicles. See Site Details for specifics.

Natural Features

Campsites are nestled on a flat, sandy surface between large boulders that tower in unique shapes over the campground and rise up from the otherwise uniform desert landscape. The rocks were formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago and have been exposed and shaped by wind and water over time. They brighten with soft pastel hues during the morning and evening sunlight and glow with campfire light by night.

Visitors may want to keep their eyes out for typical desert inhabitants such as lizards, rattlesnakes, scorpions, ravens, squirrels and desert tarantulas during the cooler months of the year. Bobcats and mountain lions do live in the park, however they are rarely seen near humans.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancelling a Reservation:

Customers may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation.

Changing an Existing Reservation:

When changes are made prior to the cut-off window:

If a customer wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee.

There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. If they choose to depart early, they may forfeit the recreation fee for the day of departure.

There is no change fee if the customer wants to switch sites that are the same price with the same reservation dates in the same facility.

If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date.

Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window

Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

Group Campsites: Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.

No-Shows

Overnight Facilities: A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out (noon) time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time (noon) on the day following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night’s recreation fee for a campsite.

*Note: the entire reservation will be cancelled for no-shows.

Rules and notices at Indian Cove Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Indian Cove Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Download the NPS app prior to visiting the park – trail maps and more!

Please call 760-362-4367 for Indian Cove information.

Reservations are required year round and can be made the same day or up to 6 months in advance.

No-Shows

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night’s recreation fee for a campsite.

*Note: the entire reservation will be cancelled for no-shows.

The park allows six people, two vehicles and three vehicles per site, however, some sites are small and may not accommodate the maximum number of people and vehicles. See Site Details for specifics. There is no overflow parking. Trailers count as a vehicle.

There is no access into the main portion of the park from the campground except by hiking trails; $30 per vehicle entrance fee is in addition to the camping fee.

There are no electric, water or sewer hook-ups available at individual campsites; nor is a dump station located nearby. Potable water is available at the Ranger Station, about 2 miles from the campground.

Generator use is permitted only from 7–9 am, noon–2 pm, and 5–7 pm.

Pets are not allowed on trails but are welcome in the campground, on any dirt road or within 100 feet of any road. Pets must be on a leash no more than 6 feet long at all times. Pets may not be left unattended or tied to an object; leaving pets in unattended vehicles is strongly discouraged – especially on warm days.

Don’t Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near the park and burning it on-site, and do not use park vegetation, living or dead, for fuel.

All organized events require a special use permit and must be held in designated areas; contact the Special Park Use Coordinator, jotr_permit_office@nps.gov.

STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. For more information visit the National Invasive Species Information Center.

FIRE BAN fire restriction are currently in effect that prohibit charcoal fires, wood-burning fires, and charcoal grills. NO Fires! Only gas or propane stoves are permitted. Starting June 1st, ending October 1st of every year.

Recreation.gov permit and campground cancellations →

Indian Cove Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Indian Cove Campground?

Indian Cove Campground is rated "Very Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Indian Cove Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Indian Cove Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Indian Cove Campground have?

Indian Cove Campground has 97 campsites.