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About Jumbo Rocks Campground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access
- ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- BBQ
- Fire Pit
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Reviews (778)
What Guests Are Saying
Jumbo Rocks Campground offers spacious, private sites with breathtaking views and excellent stargazing opportunities, making it a favorite among campers. The campground features clean facilities, easy access to hiking trails, and a unique landscape ideal for rock climbing and exploration, particularly enjoyable for families. Some minor drawbacks include occasional noise from nearby campers, limited shade, and a few bees, but overall, visitors highly recommend the site for its beauty and tranquility.
What Guests Are Saying
Jumbo Rocks Campground offers spacious, private sites with breathtaking views and excellent stargazing opportunities, making it a favorite among campers. The campground features clean facilities, easy access to hiking trails, and a unique landscape ideal for rock climbing and exploration, particularly enjoyable for families. Some minor drawbacks include occasional noise from nearby campers, limited shade, and a few bees, but overall, visitors highly recommend the site for its beauty and tranquility.
Review Summary
Christopher B
VerifiedJune 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 078, Loop: JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND
Where to begin?!?! Before I left, I was already planning my next adventure there. I went in June of 26. I will say while it wasn't sweltering, it was hot enough to get light headed when I wasn't watching my water intake. BRING LOTS OF WATER!!!!! or die... We had two nights out there and saw NO water....anywhere. So if you're planning on filtering water, think again. Lots of salty treats, maybe some electrolyte concoctions. Sunscreen, wide brim hat, long loose clothes. water. tweezers for those cactus that say hello when you're not paying attention. Good comfortable footwear because you are going to want to explore every rock formation you see. There is not much for cell service so I suggest a handheld GPS. This way you can mark a waypoint and get lost without getting lost. For me I think the highlights were first and foremost, our campground. We stayed at jumbo rocks all the way towards the back of the campground. When we woke up, we popped out of our tent and walked into the rocks on our site. Right at the campground was awesome structures and views. Hidden Valley is pretty gorgeous. We were there in the late afternoon, the breeze was perfect and the colors popped. Hall of Horrors was an afterthought but I was so glad we stopped. Walking through, around, under these rock structures was AWESOME!! But more Importantly, I saw and photoed a scorpion! Barker Dam was another cool spot. The water was gone by June, maybe just a dry season, but this was the only spot I had seen actual green grass. But again, more importantly, a snake. Not just any snake but a Mojave Green Rattlesnake!!! Super calm even when I was closer than I should have been while taking pictures. Arch Rock was pretty cool to hike around and explore. This is one of those experiences that I enjoyed so much, that i want to bring others so they can appreciate what this bit of nature has to offer.
No proof reading, and I have terrible grammar. Sorry not sorry.
Jasper S
VerifiedJune 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND
Great campground right in the middle of JT. Lots of bees (everywhere in the park) which are attracted to water/moisture, be aware
Rebecca P
VerifiedJune 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 088, Loop: JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND
Beautiful campground. No shade but space to put up umbrella or tent. While you couldn’t see your neighbors and the site felt private, you could hear every word of those next to you. I think we had bad luck with those around us who kept us up until 1 am and then up again at 3am with a generator that ran until we finally pulled camp and left at 6:30am. No host on site.
Jonathan P
VerifiedJune 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND
Amazing stay at Jumbo Rocks – highly recommended!
Incredible location right among the massive rock formations in Joshua Tree. Waking up and being surrounded by the boulders was a truly unique experience.
The sunsets here were absolutely stunning and made the whole stay unforgettable.
Overall, a magical spot in the middle of Joshua Tree – would definitely come back!
GREGORY S
VerifiedJune 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 098, Loop: JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND
Great views! Would be 5 star except for the BEES! Lots of them that attacked every drop of water!
Fernando G
VerifiedJune 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 077, Loop: JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND
Loved this campground!
Lewis C
VerifiedJune 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 070, Loop: JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND
Amazing campground nestled into the rocks.
Bruce C
VerifiedJune 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 091, Loop: JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND
Fun campground in heart of the park. Great rock formations for kids and adult kids to explore
Jerome C
VerifiedJune 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND
An amazing place to camp. Beautiful scenery all around, good hiking trails in the park. Glorious sunrises & sunsets. In early April it got a bit windy at times, and there was a touch of rain one day, but that's the way weather is. I had a great stay, and would happily camp there again.
maria G
VerifiedJune 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: JUMBO ROCKS CAMPGROUND
Spot was very good we had 2 3 person tents and a 1 person tent with plenty of space. That day it was very windy so get your self a good canopy. The wind was nice didn't feel as hot. One thing I was not expecting was bees they where all over the camp ground in the morning. So be aware nobody got stung. But it was annoying. Location is perfect restroom nearby and so many exploring can be done without driving to far.
Location & Directions for Jumbo Rocks Campground
74485 National Park Drive, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277 United States
Elevation: 1,333 ft
Highway access
Jumbo Rocks Campground is accessible via California State Route 62, which is approximately 15 miles to the south, connecting to the town of Twentynine Palms.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
12PM
General
- Download the NPS app prior to visiting the park – trail maps and more!
- Reservations are required year round and can be made the same day or up to 6 months in advance.
- A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out (noon) time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time (noon) on the day following the arrival date.
- The park allows six people, two vehicles and three tents 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.
- Please call 760-367-5554 for information.
- $30 per vehicle entrance fee is in addition to camping fee.
- 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 Oasis Visitor Center, 11 miles away.
- Generator use is permitted only from 7–9 am, noon–2 pm, and 5–7 pm.
- 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.
- 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.
- All organized events require a special use permit and must be held in designated areas; contact the Special Park Use Coordinator, [email protected].
- Cancelling a Reservation: Customers may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation. Late Cancellation Fees: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.
- 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.
- 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.
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