Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Palm Desert, California, United States

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126 campgrounds 893 available sites

Lighthouse Trailer Resort & Marina

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Lighthouse Trailer Resort & Marina

Big Bear City, CA
4.4 (5)
Lighthouse Resort & Marina

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Lighthouse Resort & Marina

Big Bear, CA

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 hik...

4.4 (5)

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Pala Casino RV Resort

Pala, CA
4.0 (5)
Pinezanita Campground & RV Park

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Pinezanita Campground & RV Park

Julian, CA
5.0 (5)
Holcomb Valley Ranch

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Holcomb Valley Ranch

Fawnskin, CA
4.8 (5)
Shady Cove Group Campground
Closed for Season

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Shady Cove Group Campground

Fawnskin, CA

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...

3 Tent Sites
4.2 (23)
Woods Valley Kampground And RV Park

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Woods Valley Kampground And RV Park

Valley Center, CA
5.0 (5)
Palm View RV Resort

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Palm View RV Resort

Perris, CA
4.0 (5)

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Ramona Oaks RV Park

Ramona, CA
3.2 (5)
Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District

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Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District

Julian, CA
4.8 (5)
Green Valley
Closed for Season

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Green Valley

Fawnskin, CA

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...

6 RV Sites
24 Tent Sites
4.7 (202)

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Postcard Cabins Big Bear

Running Springs, CA
2.8 (5)
Champagne Lakes RV Resort

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Champagne Lakes RV Resort

Escondido, CA
4.2 (5)
Fishermans Group
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Fishermans Group

Fawnskin, CA

Fisherman's Group Campground is a semi-primitive, hike-in campground located 2.5 mi into the mountains of southern California. The journey includes a dirt road and a walk, leading to a scenic forest setting by Deep Creek. The effort to reach this ...

4 Tent Sites
3.1 (13)
Dixon Lake Recreation Area

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Dixon Lake Recreation Area

Escondido, CA

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...

4.4 (5)

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Splitrock Farm and Retreat

Fallbrook, CA
4.8 (5)
Tent Peg Group
Closed for Season

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Tent Peg Group

Fawnskin, CA

Tent Peg Group Campground is a semi-primitive site ideal for extended family or large group gatherings. It features easy access to numerous off-road vehicle trails and various nearby recreational activities.

1 Tent Site
5.0 (1)

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Crane Lakeside Park & Resort

Lake Elsinore, CA
3.8 (5)

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Weekend Paradise RV

Lake Elsinore, CA
4.2 (5)
SkyPark Camp RV Resort

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SkyPark Camp RV Resort

Skyforest, CA

Sky Park Camp + RV, located on California's scenic Rim of The World Highway, offers a full-service recreational camping experience with stunning views and various RV sites. Amenities include full hookups, a bathhouse, and access to dining options ...

4.8 (5)

About Palm Desert, California

Palm Desert, California, sits amid wide-open desert and rugged foothills, making it a handy base for camping and RV getaways. Near Palm Desert you’ll find campgrounds, RV parks, and tent sites close to services and trail access. Explore 119 outdoor stays with average nightly rates around $45, ranging from budget options near $5 to premium sites up to $500. Cabin or glamping stays are limited in this area, so most travelers opt for RV or tent camping.

Plan around desert conditions: summer heat can be extreme, spring and fall are comfortable, and winter nights can be cool. Check site details for hookups, shade, and water access, and reserve ahead for popular weekends. Many campgrounds near Palm Desert are open year-round, while some operate seasonally, so availability can vary. With campgrounds and RV parks near town, it’s easy to stage day hikes and scenic drives, then return for supplies and an easy overnight.

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