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Indian Cove Group

Indian Cove Group

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About Indian Cove Group

Download the NPS app prior to visiting the park – trail maps and more! Indian Cove Campground lies amid the huge, steep rock formations for which Joshua Tree National Park is known. Because of its proximity to many rock climbing routes, it is a popular camping location for climbers. Indian Cove Group is one of three group campgrounds in the park that can be reserved year round. To get the most out of your visit Plan Like a Park Ranger  Travelers who enjoy warm, dry winters flock to Joshua Tree from October through May, when temperatures hover between 70-90 degrees during the day and drop to a 40-60 degree range at night. Summer is the park's off-season due to the uncomfortably-high desert heat. Indian Cove is at an elevation of 3,200 feet.

Number of accommodations: 13

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

13 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 G01, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G02, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G03, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G04, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G05, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G06, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G07, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G08, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G09, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G10, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G11, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G12, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 G13, Loop: Group Area
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (210)

What Guests Are Saying

Indian Cove Group offers a stunning campground with spacious sites, beautiful rock formations, and a variety of amenities such as clean restrooms and fire pits. Many visitors enjoyed the quiet atmosphere, wildlife, and opportunities for climbing, making it perfect for families and groups. While some noted issues with noise from neighbors and the need for better reservation management, overall experiences were positive, highlighting the campground's cleanliness and incredible views.

Review Summary

4.6
210 reviews
5
73.8%
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17.1%
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4.8%
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2.9%
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Jeffrey A

Verified

February 16, 2026 Stayed at: G03, Loop: Group Area

5

The place was really nice and spacious for our group of 6 families with kids.

Jeffrey A

Verified

February 16, 2026 Stayed at: G03, Loop: Group Area

5

The place was really nice and spacious for our group of 6 families with kids.

Melissa S

Verified

February 8, 2026 Stayed at: G01, Loop: Group Area

5

Such a great campsite. We had a great time and didn’t feel like the tents were on top of each other even with 40 people. Kids were entertained on the rocks attached to the campsite for hours and hours. The cars were tight, but we could have for 18 if we layered them.

Melissa S

Verified

February 8, 2026 Stayed at: G01, Loop: Group Area

5

Such a great campsite. We had a great time and didn’t feel like the tents were on top of each other even with 40 people. Kids were entertained on the rocks attached to the campsite for hours and hours. The cars were tight, but we could have for 18 if we layered them.

Siri B

Verified

January 12, 2026 Stayed at: G10, Loop: Group Area

5

Beautiful campground! Clean and quiet. Our family had a wonderful time. Thank you!!

Siri B

Verified

January 12, 2026 Stayed at: G10, Loop: Group Area

5

Beautiful campground! Clean and quiet. Our family had a wonderful time. Thank you!!

Jorge H

Verified

January 8, 2026 Stayed at: G04, Loop: Group Area

2

It's on the outskirts of the park, and you have a great view of Twenty-Nine Palms. It's not the best for stargazing. The campsite was good and spacious. The sound carries far here because of the rock hill behind you. Our neighbors' loud conversations carried into our site, and they then complained to us that they could hear our music. I would rather stay within the park as it's much darker for stargazing. This might be a plus for some; we had 100 percent cell service.

Jorge H

Verified

January 8, 2026 Stayed at: G04, Loop: Group Area

2

It's on the outskirts of the park, and you have a great view of Twenty-Nine Palms. It's not the best for stargazing. The campsite was good and spacious. The sound carries far here because of the rock hill behind you. Our neighbors' loud conversations carried into our site, and they then complained to us that they could hear our music. I would rather stay within the park as it's much darker for stargazing. This might be a plus for some; we had 100 percent cell service.

Pat W

Verified

January 6, 2026 Stayed at: G10, Loop: Group Area

3

To reservations.gov

It is frustrating for people who would like to camp but all the reservations are taken, and yet, when the campground is "full," there are many unoccupied sites. It seems that many people who make reservations don't know how to cancel, or it's not worth enough to them to cancel. However, the cost of reservations is already high enough to discourage some people trying to reserve, but so many others don't seem to notice, don't show up, and sites are empty. Modification of the system is needed.

If campsite reservations were considerably more expensive than the current reservation system (perhaps $200 per night per site?), and when campers do show up and check in, they would get back the "extra" part of the reservation fee beyond what is today's price. That would make it much more worthwhile to cancel the reservation when they are not coming, and the National Park would then have empty sites available. Also, the National Park system would have another little bit of income from the no-shows who failed to cancel.

Pat W

Verified

January 6, 2026 Stayed at: G10, Loop: Group Area

3

To reservations.gov

It is frustrating for people who would like to camp but all the reservations are taken, and yet, when the campground is "full," there are many unoccupied sites. It seems that many people who make reservations don't know how to cancel, or it's not worth enough to them to cancel. However, the cost of reservations is already high enough to discourage some people trying to reserve, but so many others don't seem to notice, don't show up, and sites are empty. Modification of the system is needed.

If campsite reservations were considerably more expensive than the current reservation system (perhaps $200 per night per site?), and when campers do show up and check in, they would get back the "extra" part of the reservation fee beyond what is today's price. That would make it much more worthwhile to cancel the reservation when they are not coming, and the National Park would then have empty sites available. Also, the National Park system would have another little bit of income from the no-shows who failed to cancel.

Location Indian Cove Group

Address:
7295 Indian Cove Road
Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via Interstate 10 and State Highway 62. It is located approximately 9.3 miles east of the West Entrance at Park Boulevard off Highway 62.

Latitude & Longitude: 34.093 / -116.158

Elevation: 983 feet

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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