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Jumbo Rocks Campground — Joshua Tree NP

$20/night✓ LegalNational Park

Van-tested notes

Most photogenic campground in the park. Sites tucked among giant boulders. Perfect for sunrise photography. No water on site.

Know before you go

  • No water — bring everything
  • First-come first-served only (no reservations)
  • Zero signal

The facts

Cost
$20/night
Legal status
legal
Distance from LA
140 mi · ~2.5 hr drive
Elevation
4,400 ft
Season
oct may
Van access
easy
Safety score
10/10
Last verified
2026-02

Cell signal

Verizonnone
AT&Tnone
T-Mobilenone

Amenities

rock climbing accessboulderingStargazingHikingPit toilets

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