Jumbo Rocks Campground

Location

Joshua Tree, CA

Website

San Bernardino National Forest

Activity Guide

Car Camping, Off-roading, Hiking

General Info

Jumbo Rocks campground is one of the many scenic campgrounds in Joshua Tree National Park. It is first come, first serve, and is the fourth campground in from the main entrance from Joshua Tree, CA.

Amenities

  • Fire Pits
  • Picnic Tables
  • Pit Toilets
  • Amphitheater
  • Hiking Trails

Insider Information

  1. There is NO WATER available inside the park, except for at the entrance for a small fee. Make sure you bring plenty of your own, especially as the weather heats up. Don’t die in the desert.
  2. Climbing season is from around October-May. That’s when the park is busiest. If you take a 3-day weekend, take Friday off instead of Monday for a greater chance of getting a campsite.
  3. You can always backcountry camp if no sites are available. Backcountry boards are all listed in the park newspaper. Just hike 1 mile out, and 500 feet off the trail. No fires are allowed, which can be a lovely experience of solitude. Our favorite area is Twin Tanks.
  4. Ranger Programs usually start at 7pm on weekends, so don’t start your campfire until you get back, unless you plan to leave someone behind to watch it.