About Indian Cove Campground
Number of accommodations: 97
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Potable Water
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (576)
What Guests Are Saying
Indian Cove Campground offers a beautiful setting surrounded by stunning rock formations, making it ideal for families and friends. Campsites are clean, well-maintained, and equipped with fire pits and picnic tables, with easy access to water nearby. While some sites are close together and noise from activities can be disruptive, many visitors appreciate the friendly atmosphere, great climbing opportunities, and breathtaking stargazing at night.
What Guests Are Saying
Indian Cove Campground offers a beautiful setting surrounded by stunning rock formations, making it ideal for families and friends. Campsites are clean, well-maintained, and equipped with fire pits and picnic tables, with easy access to water nearby. While some sites are close together and noise from activities can be disruptive, many visitors appreciate the friendly atmosphere, great climbing opportunities, and breathtaking stargazing at night.
Review Summary
Chelci G
VerifiedMarch 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Indian Cove Campground
Amazing spot for stargazing and sunrise. Clean spots and lots of vault toilets around.
Tom G
VerifiedMarch 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: Indian Cove Campground
Great area but sites a bit too close to each other.
Most pit toilets were very clean except for the one near our site.
Fred N
VerifiedMarch 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: Indian Cove Campground
There is a great view of the valley and some phone service at the far end of the campground. There is a path to the north from the same spot that is a great view of the sunset.
Emma B
VerifiedMarch 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: Indian Cove Campground
Site was small but perfect for my 2 person backpacking tent. Rocks and bushes blocked sun in the morning and afternoon so we didn’t wake up or wind down sweaty! Short walk to nearby restroom. Quiet site with a good deal of privacy. Parking is shared with site 29 so depending on how many vehicles they bring, you might have to park elsewhere.
Charlie H
VerifiedMarch 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: Indian Cove Campground
this was a beautiful site with stunning views. The downsides, our site #053, was down wind from the pit toilets which smelled awful when the wind was blowing in our direction which seemed frequently, it's on the main campground road so there was quite a bit of traffic coming and going.
Matina D
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 085, Loop: Indian Cove Campground
The campground was great, with amazing boulders to climb on right next to the campsite, perfect for morning or evening exercise. The vault toilets were fine, not too stinky and pretty clean. It was helpful to have a 5gal container for water, since there's no water at the campsite itself. That way you know you have plenty and don't need to stress about it. This campground doesn't give driving access to the park, but it was a hot weekend so during the day we just did a loop drive in the North entrance and out the West entrance -- stopping anywhere we found a parking spot and saw some nice boulders for shade and pretty wildflowers blooming. It was a beautiful drive and though we saw lots of people in the park, we were able to avoid the crowds easily.
Vicki L
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: Indian Cove Campground
Great facility.
Joel B
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Indian Cove Campground
Location was best at Joshua Tree for setting up camp and exploring.
Marcel C
VerifiedMarch 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 090, Loop: Indian Cove Campground
The campground is incredible - situated in what feels like a bowl - with lots of easy climbing for adults and kids and the campsites are nicely spread out. The sunset and sunrise were excellent.
Jessica T
VerifiedMarch 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: Indian Cove Campground
Breathtaking view of stars at night. Bathroom was clean and easily accessible. We had a great time overall, though it is good to note some sites are much smaller than others. Be mindful of the maximum people per campsite to book what works best for you.
Location Indian Cove Campground
Address:
7295 Indian Cove Road
Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
United States
Take Interstate 10 to State Highway 62. Go past the West Entrance at Park Boulevard and continue east another 9.3 miles. Turn south on Indian Cove Road. Follow the road into the campground. If coming from the east, follow Highway 62 approximately seven miles west of the city of Twentynine Palms and turn south onto Indian Cove Road.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.12 / -116.156
Elevation: 836 feet
Policies & Rules
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Download the NPS app prior to visiting the park – trail maps and more! |
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Please call 760-362-4367 for Indian Cove information. |
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Reservations are required year round and can be made the same day or up to 6 months in advance. |
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No-Shows
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The park allows six people, two vehicles and three vehicles per site, however, some sites are small and may not accommodate the maximum number of people and vehicles. See Site Details for specifics. There is no overflow parking. Trailers count as a vehicle. |
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There is no access into the main portion of the park from the campground except by hiking trails; $30 per vehicle entrance fee is in addition to the camping fee. |
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There are no electric, water or sewer hook-ups available at individual campsites; nor is a dump station located nearby. Potable water is available at the Ranger Station, about 2 miles from the campground. |
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Generator use is permitted only from 7–9 am, noon–2 pm, and 5–7 pm. |
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Pets are not allowed on trails but are welcome in the campground, on any dirt road or within 100 feet of any road. Pets must be on a leash no more than 6 feet long at all times. Pets may not be left unattended or tied to an object; leaving pets in unattended vehicles is strongly discouraged – especially on warm days. |
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Don’t Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near the park and burning it on-site, and do not use park vegetation, living or dead, for fuel. |
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All organized events require a special use permit and must be held in designated areas; contact the Special Park Use Coordinator, jotr_permit_office@nps.gov. |
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STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. For more information visit the National Invasive Species Information Center. |
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FIRE BAN fire restriction are currently in effect that prohibit charcoal fires, wood-burning fires, and charcoal grills. NO Fires! Only gas or propane stoves are permitted. Starting June 15, ending October 1st of every year. |
