Where can I camp in Joshua Tree for free?

Free Camping Outside of Joshua Tree National Park

BLM South Campground – This is BLM land located at the southern entrance to the Park, along Cottonwood Springs Rd.
Chiriaco Summit Free Campground – This is a primitive camping area located at Chiriaco Summit, along I-10, about 6 miles from the Park’s southern entrance.

Do you have to pay to camp in Joshua Tree?

The cost of camping at Joshua Tree varies, depending on where you stay. Every group entering the park, including campers with reservations, pays an entry fee: $30 per vehicle for a 7-day pass. For $55, you can get unlimited visits with an Annual Pass to Joshua Tree.

Can you camp at Joshua Tree without a permit?

Great news: You do not need to reserve a permit in advance to backcountry camp at Joshua Tree National Park or in the area around Joshua Tree. Similarly, there are no trail quotas at Joshua Tree, and no advanced are permits required for day hikes or to access any regions of the park.

Can you camp overnight in Joshua Tree?

Those camping in an RV will have plenty of options just outside Joshua Tree National Park. Most of the RV campgrounds are located in the Palm Springs area, which provides convenient access to the national park. There is also a good option on the northern side of Joshua Tree for those looking for a great RV campground.

Can I camp in Joshua Tree right now?

Summer Status: All reservation campgrounds are open year-round. Some sections of Indian Cove Campground, Black Rock Campground, and Cottonwood Campground close in the summer.

How much does it cost to camp at Joshua Tree?

The per-vehicle entrance fee to the park is $20, which is good for a seven-day stay. If you happen to be arriving on foot, motorcycle or bike, the fee is $10. On top of that, you’ll pay $15 per site per night, or $20 per night per site at the three campgrounds with potable water.

Can I smoke in Joshua Tree?

Outdoor smoking, except as specifically exempted within an enclosed vehicle. Fireworks, explosives, and any incendiary devices are always prohibited on public lands.

Can you sleep in your car when camping?

Bottom Line. Sleeping in a car or van is allowed in many campsites, though you will have to do some planning to make sure that when you arrive, you have a place to stay. Campgrounds typically will require a fee and reservations.

Can you have fires in Joshua Tree?

Because of the park’s very dry climate, fire danger in Joshua Tree is almost always very high. Be cautious. Campfires are allowed only in designated fire rings or grills that are found in park campgrounds or picnic areas. If you plan to have a campfire, bring extra water to douse it thoroughly.

Can you eat in Joshua Tree?

Open for takeout and outdoor dining. No trip out to Joshua Tree is complete without a night at Pappy And Harriet’s. If you aren’t stumbling out after a long night of drinking and eating BBQ, you’ve done Pappy and Harriet’s wrong.