Facilities

Club House

Laundry Room

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

Fitness Center

Game Room

Rec Hall

Pavilion

Exercise Room

Restroom/Shower

Restroom Only

Shower Only

Restaurant

Groceries

RV Supplies

ATM Machine

WiFi

Dog Park

Cocktail Lounge

Dog Washing Station

Pit Toilet

Snack Bar

Play Ground

Sites

Water

20 Amp

30 Amp

50 Amp

Sewer

Cable TV

Services

Escort to Site

Self-Service RV Wash

Metered LP Gas

Firewood

Fishing Supplies

Pet Supplies

Onsite Rentals

Worship Services

Golf Carts

Fishing Guides

Onsite RV Service

Staffed RV Wash

Fishing Licenses

Complimentary Breakfast

Recreational activities in or near the park

Recreational Activities

Archery Range

ATV Riding

Biking

Boating

Body Of Water

Casino

Climbing

Dock

Driving Range

Fishing

Golf

Heated Pool

Hiking

Horseback Riding

Horseshoes

Kayaking

Lawn Bowling

Mini Golf

Paddle Boats

Pickle Ball

Putting Green

Ramp

Sauna

Shuffleboard

Snow Sports

Splash Pad

Swimming

Tennis

Wading Pool

Water Slide

Water Sports

Water Umbrella

Whitewater Rafting

Policies

RV Age Restrictions

Pets Welcome

Pet Restrictions

Pet Restriction on Quantity

Pet Restriction on Breed

Pet Restriction on Size

No Pets

Tent Camping Allowed

Folding Tent Campers Allowed

No Tents

No Overnight Guests

<h2>Overview</h2><p>Jumbo Rocks Campground offers one of the most iconic camping experiences within the boundaries of <strong>Joshua Tree National Park</strong>. Nestled deep in the heart of the Mojave Desert, this campground is world-renowned for the <strong>massive monzogranite boulders</strong> that surround and shield individual campsites. It provides a unique opportunity to sleep under some of the darkest skies in California, offering a primitive setting where the dramatic desert landscape is the primary attraction for every visitor.</p><h2>Location & Surroundings</h2><p>Located near Twentynine Palms, California, the campground is centrally positioned to provide easy access to the park’s most famous geological wonders. The <strong>high desert elevation</strong> creates a climate of crisp nights and sun-drenched days, with expansive views that stretch across the rugged wilderness. Travelers will find themselves completely immersed in a landscape of twisted Joshua trees and ancient rock formations that offer a true sense of <strong>desert solitude and adventure</strong> right outside their door.</p><h2>Amenities & Park Features</h2><p>This facility is designed specifically for a rustic, off-grid experience. There are <strong>no electrical hookups or water connections</strong> available, which means RVers must arrive with their tanks full and batteries charged. Each site is equipped with a <strong>sturdy fire ring and picnic table</strong>, and communal vault toilets are placed throughout the campground loops. While there is no dump station or potable water on-site, the natural wind protection provided by the towering boulders makes it a cozy spot for self-contained rigs.</p><h2>Nearby Attractions & Things to Do</h2><p>The most famous landmark within walking distance of the campsites is <strong>Skull Rock</strong>, a geological formation that naturally resembles its namesake. Visitors can also trek the <strong>Discovery Trail</strong>, which winds through the rocks and provides educational markers about the local environment. For those who enjoy vertical adventure, the area is a haven for rock scrambling and technical climbing. When the sun sets, the remote location allows for <strong>exceptional stargazing</strong>, with the Milky Way often visible to the naked eye.</p><h2>Who This Park Is Best For</h2><p>This campground is ideal for travelers who prioritize a <strong>deep connection with nature</strong> over modern resort luxuries. It is a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts, landscape photographers, and families looking to explore a natural rock playground. Because it offers a more primitive style of camping, it is best suited for <strong>self-sufficient RV travelers</strong> who are comfortable dry camping and want to wake up surrounded by the striking, rugged beauty of the California desert.</p>



Joshua Tree Jumbo Rocks is a popular rock climbing destination located in the Mojave Desert near Twentynine Palms, California. The area is known for its large, jumbled boulders and unique rock formations, which provide a variety of challenging routes for climbers of all levels. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including coyotes, jackrabbits, and roadrunners. Joshua Tree Jumbo Rocks is a great place to explore and experience the beauty of the desert.

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Joshua Tree/Jumbo Rocks

Experience the magic of Jumbo Rocks in Twentynine Palms, CA. Camp among massive boulders in Joshua Tree National Park. Ideal for stargazing and desert hiking.

Jumbo Rocks Campground | Twentynine Palms, CA

Stayed in campsite Number 26, which has a real big rock at the back of it which you can see in  the picture that I posted that gives you great shade after 5 or 6 o'clock on. Went for the stargazing at night and was not disappointed til Mr Moon showed up. Obviously I didn't plan the trip very well besides getting the Reservation for the campsite.

I just want to say, this may have been the most romantic experience of my life. The grounds, the rocks, all under the stars. It gave me a real fresh breathe in life and I’m feeling very different about all my choices. Life just feels a little different. A couple days on this campground without my beloved wife was not fun, but my old friend and I really, really connected. 5 BIG STARS all around!!

Jumbo Rocks Campground is one of the most unique camping spots in Southern California. The massive rock formations surrounding the campsites make it feel like you’re camping on another planet. It’s perfect for stargazing, exploring, and climbing around the giant boulders. The sites are well spaced, quiet, and give you a true desert experience. Sunsets and night skies here are incredible. If you want a classic Joshua Tree camping trip with amazing scenery, this campground is hard to beat.

It was like staying in Bedrock, I expected Fred Flintstone to pop his head over the rocks at any moment. It's a truly unique campground. It can get very windy and the mice are fast if your not paying attention and leave something out... even for a few minutes.

Even our 17yo dog did some exploring, something the old guy hasn't done in awhile.

Jumbo Rock Campground is one of the most iconic campgrounds in Joshua Tree National Park, surrounded by massive granite boulders that create a truly unique desert camping experience. The sites feel surprisingly private thanks to the natural rock formations, and the night sky is exceptional for stargazing.

Facilities are very basic—no water, electricity, or showers—so you’ll need to come prepared. One of its biggest advantages is the location, with Skull Rock, one of the park’s most famous landmarks, just a short drive away.

Price: about $30 per night per campsite.
Ideal for campers who value atmosphere, scenery, and proximity to key attractions over comfort.

November 2025. This reservation ONLY campground has VERY tiny sites. Most are car sized. But its a gorgeous area. Inside the grounds and outside for sure. There are trails right there to walk. Including the trail to Skull Rock. Joshua Tree Park truly is an amazing place. And Jumbo Rock Campground is right on the middle of it.
They do have pit toilets. And they are clean. Plenty of paper too. And they have sorted trash bins. BUT no water. At all. No stores in the park. And no gas. NO CELL SERVICE! So come prepared or go without.
It was reasonably quiet once the tenters stopped slamming car doors. Not many people were burning either.
I gave this campground 4 stars instead of 5 for 2 reasons. One is theres no lights in the bathrooms. There should at least be a solar powered nightlight that comes on inside at night. Public restrooms are often gross and I want to see what Im touching!
Secondly, these parkinglot style walk-in camp sites are pooey. People park in them at will during the day for hikes and whatnot. And they're pretty unattractive. The tenters that do legitimately rent them walk back and forth for hours getting their stuff and slamming car doors each time - no matter the hour. Very disruptive to those with pull in sites. They should be all in their own loop away from the entrance.
You'll get a laught at the bus sized trailers trying to stuff themselves into these tiny sites. They really shouldn't be allowed.
Id stay there again, but I'd be way more choosy about which site I rented.

The campground was amazing! It was clean & well maintained, even during the shutdown. No one bothered our campsite and were polite. There is not complete privacy, but our site was sort of out of the way.  I enjoyed the trip so much, we will do it again next year!

This campground was really great. The location was nice too, since it is in the middle of the park. You are close to everything. I recommend this campground, it is nice for tents as well if you bring a mallet or rock to place the stakes.

Campsites were nice supplied with good sized parking spaces, picnic table, fire pit, and barbecue grill. Toilet near site 63 had well stocked toilet paper. No sink or water at site.

This campground was spectacular. We were in Joshua Tree for three days, and the highlights were all experiences we had at the campground - climbing the jumbo rocks behind our site, stargazing, and watching the sunset at the end of the day. I got chills seeing the silhouettes of solo travelers or small families on top of the larger than life rocks, watching the sun come up each day. It was a quiet but connected, spiritual experience. Lots of coyotes howling at night, bats swooping over as we watched the night sky. We were in site 83 and would recommend for families - toddlers loved scrambling up the paths and rocks right behind our site.

They have ruined the camping experience. Well done!  No rock climbing at the campsite are you crazy? That was my attraction for camping at Jumbo rocks. For people who like to climb. Now you gotta go online and pick out a site that is never available and never actually gets used that night. What a joke. This used to be my favorite area to camp. Why is everything going backwards? I’ve been going there for 30+ years, When it used to be $7 dollars.

Lots of fun campsites nestled among the jumbo rocks. Campsites vary significantly in size and privacy. Some sites are tent camping only with vehicle parking and a short ~30ft walk in. Is tend to be more cramped with close neighbors.

The 1.7 mi Skull Rock Loop gives a good overview of the area. Good for all ages!

Must reserve space online. It can be really freezing at night during the winter so bundle up with some gloves, coat, layers of clothing and more socks. There was no water. Many no shows at the campsite so it was tranquil and quiet. It can be difficult to start a fire because it gets windy. Rangers were checking for reservations.

Bathrooms were vault toilets with toilet paper. It was not that clean. People seem to hover and miss the toilet so watch where you step in the bathroom.

There was a dumpster and recycle bin to dump trash.

I've stayed here quite a few times. Large enough campground but it definitely started booking up quickly over the last couple of years. The only "bad" thing is that for such a large campground the available bathrooms are quite limited. Not a big deal if you're used to camping, but may deter some.

Jumbo Rocks is one of the best campgrounds there is inside the park. It's central location makes it perfect to explore. I suggest to have  at least two days to explore. Many campsites to chose from. The further one from the entrance are the best and you get more privacy.

Jumbo Rocks is an amazing campground in Joshua Tree National Park. We reserved campsite # 86, December 16 - 19. The campground is centrally located in the NP and the trailhead to Skull Rock nature trail starts by site # 93. The trails to Face Rock and Split Rock are right across Park Blvd. Site #86 has beautiful jumbo rocks right beside the site. We climbed them to enjoy views of the campground and sunsets. Loved the campground and highly recommend it.

Amazing campground, centrally located, clean bathrooms, no running water. Nearby however were amazing opportunities to hike/boulder the
Jumbo Rocks Nature Trail runs right through it, and connects to Skull Rock. Each camp site has it's own BBQ pit and fire ring, we were in a very windy site so the fire was a little challenging to keep going. I would camp again!

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Joshua Tree/Jumbo Rocks