Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near La Quinta, California, United States

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119 campgrounds 853 available sites

Lighthouse Resort & Marina

Big Bear, CA · 53.9 mi from La Quinta

4.4 (5 reviews)

Lighthouse Resort & Marina is a family-owned campground on the north shore of Big Bear Lake, offering full hookups and amenities like a general store and rental options for paddle boards, kayaks, and bikes. Guests can enjoy nearby bike and hiking ...

  • Power Service
  • Wi Fi
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
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Horse Heaven Group

Alpine, CA · 55.2 mi from La Quinta

4.7 (10 reviews)

Horse Heaven Group Campground is a tent-only facility that can host up to 100 people, offering a mountain retreat for city dwellers. Located one hour east of San Diego, it provides cool summer temperatures and opportunities for hiking and outdoor ...

  • Tent sites: 3
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • Campfire Ring
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El Prado Group

Alpine, CA · 55.4 mi from La Quinta

4.1 (15 reviews)

El Prado Group Campground, located in the Laguna Mountain Recreation Area just an hour east of San Diego, offers a refreshing mountain escape. Campers can experience cooler temperatures and explore unique natural areas along an extensive trail sys...

  • Tent sites: 4
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
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Corn Springs Campground

Palm Springs, CA · 55.9 mi from La Quinta

3.7 (6 reviews)

Corn Springs Campground, located in the Chuckwalla Mountains, charges a $6.00 per night fee and features California fan palms, abundant wildlife, and wheelchair accessibility. It is a historically significant site with ancient petroglyphs dating b...

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Dixon Lake Recreation Area

Escondido, CA · 56.3 mi from La Quinta

4.4 (5 reviews)

Dixon Lake Recreation Area, located in the hills above Escondido, offers various campsites with scenic views and year-round accessibility. The campground features fishing opportunities and boat rentals, with specific rules governing campfires, pet...

  • Power Service
  • Picnic Table
  • Water Hookup
  • Sewer Hookup
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Shady Cove Group Campground

Fawnskin, CA · 56.4 mi from La Quinta

4.2 (23 reviews)

Shady Cove Group Campground, located in the Children's National Forest, offers beautiful camping experiences with access to trails and a lookout tower, along with a nearby climbing area. The forest was previously devastated by wildfire but has bee...

  • Tent sites: 3
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
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Wooded Hill Group

Alpine, CA · 57.6 mi from La Quinta

4.4 (7 reviews)

Wooded Hill Group Campground is a mountain retreat near San Diego, accommodating groups of up to 110 people. It features cooler temperatures, unique natural areas, and an extensive trail system. Ideal for outdoor gatherings, the campground is open...

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
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Green Valley

Fawnskin, CA · 58.9 mi from La Quinta

4.7 (202 reviews)

Green Valley Campground is situated near Arrowbear in the San Bernardino National Forest, between Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear Lake. The area offers numerous recreational activities in its pine-covered mountains. Additionally, Green Valley Lake, re...

  • RV sites: 6
  • Tent sites: 24
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • BBQ
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Explore La Quinta, CA

Population: 38,707

Nearby city: Indio, CA

Approx. 5 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 39 ft

Best Season: Spring, Winter

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Explore La Quinta, CA

Population: 38,707

Nearby city: Indio, CA

Approx. 5 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 39 ft

Best Season: Spring, Winter

About La Quinta, California

Set in the Coachella Valley, La Quinta is a convenient base for desert camping near the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. Campgrounds and RV parks near La Quinta offer quick access to canyon trails, scenic drives, and wide-open desert vistas, with Joshua Tree National Park close enough for a day trip. Expect big skies, warm winter sun, and excellent stargazing on clear nights.

Browse 114 outdoor stays near La Quinta, including RV parks and tent camping options that keep you close to supplies and trailheads. Rates typically start around $5, average about $28, and can reach $56 for premium settings. Fall through spring is the most comfortable season; summers are very hot. Start activities early, pack extra water, check fire and trail advisories, and book ahead for busy weekends.

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