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Jumbo Rocks Campground

Joshua Tree National Park, California

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As of September 2026, Jumbo Rocks Campground is a campground in Joshua Tree National Park, California with 119 campsites. Jumbo Rocks Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Jumbo Rocks Campground is located at 33.9922° N, 116.0625° W.

people allowed on 81 of 119 sites: 6

Jumbo Rocks Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Sep 30 (72 sites)Oct 1 (43 sites)Oct 2 (4 sites)

72 sites open on Sep 30 at Jumbo Rocks Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 17:44 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum reservations at once: 3 reservations
Maximum stay: 30 nights
Maximum per transaction: 3 reservations per transaction

Published by Recreation.gov for Jumbo Rocks Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Jumbo Rocks Campground

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Tent 74
Standard 44
RV 1
Accessible 1

What an RV fits

15–19 ft2 sites
20–24 ft8 sites
25–29 ft9 sites
30–34 ft4 sites
35–39 ft15 sites
40–44 ft3 sites

Amenities

potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: hiking, climbing, stargazing.

All sites at Jumbo Rocks Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
001	Standard	6	35 ft	-
002	Standard	6	35 ft	-
003	Standard	4	-	-
004	Tent	6	-	-
005	Tent	6	-	-
006	Tent	4	-	-
007	Tent	6	-	-
008	Tent	4	-	-
009	Tent	4	-	-
010	Standard	6	18 ft	-
011	Standard	6	18 ft	-
012	Tent	6	-	-
013	Tent	6	-	-
014	Tent	6	-	-
015	Tent	6	-	-
016	Tent	6	-	-
017	Tent	6	-	-
018	Tent	6	-	-
019	Tent	6	-	-
020	Tent	4	-	-
021	Tent	6	-	-
022	Tent	6	-	-
023	Tent	6	-	-
025	Standard	6	35 ft	-
026	Standard	6	40 ft	-
027	Tent	6	-	-
028	Tent	4	-	-
029	Tent	4	-	-
030	Tent	6	-	-
031	Tent	4	-	-
032	Tent	6	-	-
033	Standard	4	20 ft	-
034	Tent	6	-	-
035	Tent	4	-	-
036	Tent	4	-	-
037	Tent	6	-	-
038	Tent	6	-	-
039	Tent	6	-	-
040	RV	4	30 ft	-
041	Standard	4	32 ft	-
044	Standard	6	35 ft	-
045	Tent	6	-	-
046	Tent	4	-	-
047	Tent	4	-	-
048	Tent	4	-	-
049	Tent	6	-	-
050	Tent	4	-	-
051	Tent	6	-	-
052	Tent	4	-	-
053	Tent	6	-	-
054	Tent	6	-	-
055	Tent	4	-	-
056	Tent	4	-	-
057	Tent	4	-	-
058	Tent	6	-	-
059	Tent	4	-	-
060	Standard	4	20 ft	-
061	Standard	6	28 ft	-
062	Tent	6	-	-
063	Tent	6	-	-

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
064	Tent	6	-	-
065	Tent	4	-	-
066	Tent	4	-	-
067	Tent	4	-	-
068	Tent	4	-	-
069	Tent	4	-	-
070	Tent	6	-	-
071	Standard	6	35 ft	-
072	Tent	6	-	-
073	Tent	6	-	-
074	Standard	6	21 ft	-
077	Standard	6	26 ft	-
078	Standard	6	28 ft	-
079	Tent	6	-	-
080	Standard	6	35 ft	-
081	Standard	6	35 ft	-
082	Standard	4	35 ft	-
083	Standard	4	26 ft	-
084	Standard	6	40 ft	-
085	Standard	6	35 ft	-
086	Standard	6	32 ft	-
087	Standard	6	40 ft	-
088	Standard	4	35 ft	-
089	Standard	6	38 ft	-
090	Standard	6	35 ft	-
091	Standard	6	35 ft	-
092	Standard	6	28 ft	-
093	Standard	4	26 ft	-
094	Standard	6	35 ft	-
095	Standard	6	22 ft	-
096	Standard	6	20 ft	-
097	Standard	6	26 ft	-
098	Standard	6	25 ft	-
099	Tent	6	-	-
100	Tent	4	-	-
101	Tent	4	-	-
102	Tent	6	-	-
103	Standard	6	24 ft	-
104	Tent	4	-	-
105	Tent	6	-	-
106	Tent	4	-	-
107	Tent	6	-	-
108	Tent	4	-	-
109	Tent	6	-	-
110	Tent	6	-	-
111	Standard	6	20 ft	-
112	Tent	6	-	-
113	Tent	6	-	-
114	Tent	4	-	-
115	Tent	6	-	-
116	Tent	6	-	-
117	Standard	6	31 ft	-
118	Tent	6	-	-
119	Standard	6	-	-
120	Standard	6	25 ft	-
121	Standard	6	35 ft	-
122	Standard	6	24 ft	Accessible
123	Standard	6	-	-
124	Standard	6	-	-

About Jumbo Rocks Campground

Overview

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

Jumbo Rocks Campground lies amid the huge, steep rock formations for which Joshua Tree National Park is known. Close proximity to many boulders and rock formations, it is a popular camping location for families with kids. Jumbo Rocks 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. Jumbo Rocks is at an elevation of 4,380 feet.

Recreation

Rock scramblers flock to Jumbo Rocks Campground for the variety of geological formations 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 and canyons to explore within the facility. Clear desert skies are perfect for star-gazing.

Facilities

This large facility has 124 individual tent and RV campsites. There are no hookups or drinking water in the campground, however the town of Twentynine Palms is 12 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 low 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

Reservation Cancellations & Changes

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 (see below).

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.

Changes or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window: Once a reservation date has begun, customers cannot change a reservation using the online system or through the Call Center (see below for early departures). If the location is staffed, on-site personnel may or may not be able to assist with changes or cancellations (check with local staff).

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 Jumbo Rocks Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Jumbo Rocks Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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

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 tents 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.

Please call 760-367-5554 for information.

$30 per vehicle entrance fee is in addition to 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 Oasis Visitor Center, 11 miles away.

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 , jeannie_wilson@nps.gov.

Late Cancellation Fees: 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.

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 15, ending October 1st of every year.

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Jumbo Rocks Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Jumbo Rocks Campground?

Jumbo Rocks 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 Jumbo Rocks Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Jumbo Rocks 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 Jumbo Rocks Campground have?

Jumbo Rocks Campground has 119 campsites.