About Cottonwood Campground (CA)
Number of accommodations: 59
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2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (1105)
What Guests Are Saying
Cottonwood Campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and excellent stargazing opportunities, making it a favorite among campers. Many visitors enjoyed the nearby hiking trails and the campground's peaceful atmosphere, noting the friendly park rangers and accessible restroom facilities. Some challenges include parking difficulties for larger vehicles and a lack of amenities nearby, but overall, guests recommend it for its beautiful location and enjoyable camping experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Cottonwood Campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and excellent stargazing opportunities, making it a favorite among campers. Many visitors enjoyed the nearby hiking trails and the campground's peaceful atmosphere, noting the friendly park rangers and accessible restroom facilities. Some challenges include parking difficulties for larger vehicles and a lack of amenities nearby, but overall, guests recommend it for its beautiful location and enjoyable camping experience.
Review Summary
Warren S
VerifiedMarch 12, 2026 β’ Stayed at: A25, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Nice spot, great camp host, Don
Reginald G
VerifiedMarch 12, 2026 β’ Stayed at: B09, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
We got there kind of late but had an excellence Sunset
Warren S
VerifiedMarch 12, 2026 β’ Stayed at: A25, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Nice spot, great camp host, Don
Joseph T
VerifiedMarch 10, 2026 β’ Stayed at: A16, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Cottonwood is a very beautiful campground but the sites are not level at all.
Joseph T
VerifiedMarch 10, 2026 β’ Stayed at: A16, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Cottonwood is a very beautiful campground but the sites are not level at all.
Tracy C
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 β’ Stayed at: A11, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Stayed in site A11. It sat right next to a trailhead which got my kids excited for hitting the trail! The site was open to nice vistas and felt spacious. Unlike other campgrounds in the park, there is drinking water, and bathrooms with flush toilets, and hand sinks with soap -camping luxury! While there isnβt a ton of privacy between the sites, I realize I barely noticed our neighbors, and we had a great stay here!
Tracy C
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 β’ Stayed at: A11, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Stayed in site A11. It sat right next to a trailhead which got my kids excited for hitting the trail! The site was open to nice vistas and felt spacious. Unlike other campgrounds in the park, there is drinking water, and bathrooms with flush toilets, and hand sinks with soap -camping luxury! While there isnβt a ton of privacy between the sites, I realize I barely noticed our neighbors, and we had a great stay here!
Robert F
VerifiedMarch 7, 2026 β’ Stayed at: A10, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Really nice campground. We stayed six days to explore Joshua Tree. Very quiet during the weekdays but busy on the weekend. Host was very nice. Bathrooms were clean. Other than the rate hike this year it was a nice experience.
Robert F
VerifiedMarch 7, 2026 β’ Stayed at: A10, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Really nice campground. We stayed six days to explore Joshua Tree. Very quiet during the weekdays but busy on the weekend. Host was very nice. Bathrooms were clean. Other than the rate hike this year it was a nice experience.
Peyton C
VerifiedMarch 7, 2026 β’ Stayed at: A02, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Very nice campground with a beautiful view of the sunset and stars. It is a little far from the main area of Joshua Tree (40 minutes), but perfect for our weekend getaway!
Location Cottonwood Campground (CA)
Address:
74485 National Park Drive
Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
United States
The park headquarters address is not the physical address of the campground. To get to the campground, take Interstate 10 to the I-10 exit 168 Mecca/Twentynine Palms exit and follow signs to Joshua Tree National Park. The exit is 25 miles east of Indio, California.
Cottonwood Campground is accessible via Interstate 10, with the I-10 exit 168 Mecca/Twentynine Palms exit located approximately 25 miles to the west.
Latitude & Longitude: 33.75 / -115.825
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
