Jumbo Rocks Campground

4.6·1825 reviews
·Joshua Tree National Park

Overview

Beginning September 1, 2021 same-day reservations can be made if sites are available.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Bbq

    (All campsites have Bbq)

  • Campfire Allowed

    (All campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Hike In Distance To Site

    (Up to 200')

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 6)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 2)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (7 of 119 campsites have Shade)

  • Site Access

    (Majority of the campsites have drive in)

Natural Features

Trailhead near Campground - Credits: NPS
JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND - Credits:
Amphitheater in Campground - Credits: NPS
JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND - Credits:
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.

Recreation

Jumbo Rocks, Joshua Tree National Park - Credits: Share the experience, Daryl Horton
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.

Permitted Equipment

  • tent-N/A

  • camper van-Up to 36ft

  • pickup camper-Up to 36ft

  • rv-Up to 45ft

  • trailer-Up to 25ft

  • 5th wheel-Up to 18ft

  • vehicle-Up to 18ft

Additional Information