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
Kevin L
VerifiedApril 20, 2026 • Stayed at: B15, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
First time at Cottonwood. I thought it was great. Much less crowded than the rest of the park (downside is it is far from the sites) and it was easy to access on my drive from Arizona back to LA. Good sized sites with decent spacing, but nowhere too far from the restroom. Flush toilets and available water always a plus. I was in B15 which was about the most privacy one could get in the loop.
Channing L
VerifiedApril 20, 2026 • Stayed at: B05, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Nice campground with great views.
Kevin L
VerifiedApril 20, 2026 • Stayed at: B15, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
First time at Cottonwood. I thought it was great. Much less crowded than the rest of the park (downside is it is far from the sites) and it was easy to access on my drive from Arizona back to LA. Good sized sites with decent spacing, but nowhere too far from the restroom. Flush toilets and available water always a plus. I was in B15 which was about the most privacy one could get in the loop.
Sierra O
VerifiedApril 18, 2026 • Stayed at: A20, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Enjoyed our time.
Sierra O
VerifiedApril 18, 2026 • Stayed at: A20, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Enjoyed our time.
Helen T
VerifiedApril 17, 2026 • Stayed at: B03, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Well maintained camp site with a nice short hike nearby. Unfortunately, one of our campground neighbors kept their generator on for many hours during the day which disturbed the peace.
Helen T
VerifiedApril 17, 2026 • Stayed at: B03, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Well maintained camp site with a nice short hike nearby. Unfortunately, one of our campground neighbors kept their generator on for many hours during the day which disturbed the peace.
White M
VerifiedApril 16, 2026 • Stayed at: A09, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Sites are nicely sizes, campground premises is very clean as is the bathroom, beautiful dessert views. A great place to get away from it all and enjoy day trips into the northern part of the park.
Brian W
VerifiedApril 16, 2026 • Stayed at: B13, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
Excellent campground. Even when this campground is full, it is always a pleasant experience. We had clear skies 3 of the four nights and even saw the SpaceX launch which was amazing!
Vern T
VerifiedApril 16, 2026 • Stayed at: B08, Loop: COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (CA)
A beautiful campsite. Nicely situated for good views and privacy. Beautiful park.
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 3, 2026
