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Military Park Twilight Dunes (MCAGCC 29 Palms)
Overview
Military Park Twilight Dunes provides a secure and reliable desert retreat specifically for eligible service members and their families. Located within the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms, this park offers a straightforward camping experience for those with authorized base access. The park is known for its peaceful atmosphere and proximity to training areas, providing a unique vantage point into military life. It serves as a vital home base for travelers exploring the High Desert region while fostering a strong sense of military community and shared experience.
Location & Surroundings
The park is nestled deep within the vast Mojave Desert, surrounded by the rugged beauty of Southern California’s arid landscape. Guests will find themselves immersed in wide-open spaces characterized by unique rock formations and distant mountain ranges. Because of its remote location on a military installation, visitors can enjoy exceptionally starlit nights and clear horizons, away from the typical noise and light of urban centers. The arid climate and vast horizons make for a truly immersive desert stay.
Amenities & Park Features
The facility is designed for practicality and convenience, providing essential services for modern RVers. Key features include:
- Spacious sites with full hookups including water, sewer, and electricity.
- Level gravel pads that are generally big-rig friendly for easy maneuvering.
- On-site access to laundry rooms, clean restrooms, and hot showers.
The park maintains a minimalist, functional vibe that allows the natural desert environment to take center stage while ensuring all basic needs are met for short or long-term stays.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Adventure seekers will appreciate the close proximity to the north entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, famous for its surreal trees and world-class rock climbing. For those interested in local culture, the Tortoise Rock Casino and the historic murals of Twentynine Palms are just a short drive away. Guests also have the added benefit of utilizing on-base resources such as the commissary, fitness center, and exchange, which provide a level of convenience not found at public parks.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is perfectly suited for DoD cardholders, including active duty, retirees, and veterans who prioritize security and value. It is a fantastic choice for those seeking a no-frills camping experience that emphasizes the beauty of the California desert over resort-style luxuries. If you are looking for a quiet, disciplined environment to rest while exploring the geological wonders of the Mojave, this park is an excellent choice for your next itinerary.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
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- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Lynn Hanson
Not muxh for what you pay. I did enjoy the nighly coyote visits. Very close to everything you need on base.
Rita Doyle (SoCal Gal)
For a military base out in the middle of nowhere 🫣27 miles from the nearest Walmart. The rate they are asking is ridiculous plus YOU have to maintain your campsite free of weeds etc. I'm not a landscaper! I'm an RV'r and besides if this place had more to offer in the way of amenities i wouldn't mind paying (just the rent alone) but the site up keep too!?? Forgetaboutit! Dont stay here! Move on down the road to anywhere but here! There are private campgrounds close to the National Park area. Keep movin'!!
Annette Bachand
This is a great place to stay when visiting the area. Level sites with full hook ups. Has pull through and back in sites. Quite park with trash pick up at site. Covered parking for tow vehicle.
peter pinkham
The spaces are plenty big, and each one has a small storayshed and carpoo. This is the ONLY RV park we've been to with both. The lots are varying degrees of level, but nothing crazy. It's well laid out, having perhaps 80+ spaces. The electric, water and sewer lines are well placed and worked perfectly. They prefer you not leave chairs, bikes, etc out- hence, the storage shed. I'm ok with that... They have large trash cans at every site for ease of trash dispy- I'm fine with that too. The ONLY reason they got 4 stars instead of 5 is because there is NO BATHROOM/SHOWER/LAUNDRY facilities. There IS a car wash, gas station and Laundromat about a half mile away. Still, it was clean and everything worked- the most impoyparts for me. Being on a military post, less worries about theft, etc.
Sharpbevel
No laundry, restrooms or showers. No onsite office. Call for space A and if available they will send you a DocuSign form to fill out. Lady who answers phone is very helpful. Each site is spacious. Gravel and dusty. Full hookups. Each site has garbage & recycle can. Storage shed and mail available for long term stays. From what I read the site is mostly active duty. Area can be noisy since it’s near highway. Amenities very close by (not walking distance though). Awesome BX, commissary, car wash & shoppette. Very close to Joshua Tree Natural Park. If we visit Joshua Tree again I would certainly try to get in. We took our showers at the base gym since we just had a camper van. Fast food available on base near park. They have diesel at gas station.