Desert Hot Springs is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Desert Hot Springs is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Desert Hot Springs and user-submitted reviews.
$35 / night
"Originally booked this site because it is a good endpoint for the California Riding & Hiking trail though the national park, so if you’re looking to run or complete the traverse, it is a good spot"
"The ranger and host at the store were very helpful with information about the surrounding area.
- Trails run right out of camp...lots of them...of all different difficulty levels."
$22 - $44 / night
"This gem is located on the outskirts of Desert Hot Springs, CA. With two hot spring-fed pools and hot tubs (one of which is massive and SO luxe), we didn’t want to leave. Like, ever."
"You don’t get many good views inside the RV park gates, but once you walk out there driveway and along the street you can actually get some good mountain views on clear days."
"Near and clean campground with clean restrooms requiring a key code to enter. Two laundry rooms."
"The KOA is reasonably priced for KOA and California. 3 hot spring tubs. Pool is warm and wall stops wind. Many activities for kids miniature golf, jump board, play ground."
$30 / night
"They're situated between HUGE boulders so they're nicely tucked away from high winds that can sometimes pick up."
"bathrooms but no water access and the main entrance is about 45 drive, so come prepared. great access to climbing walking distance or short drive. stunning rock formations and sunrise/sunsets."
$55 / night
"Cons: no park entrance from here. You have to drive 20/30 minutes out to the main road and back in to get to the main area of the park. The campsite next to us had some nasty anthills."
"Indian Cove is on the Northern side of the park, and you will use a different entrance than the main park entrance."
$60 / night
"Monthly stays are very economical ($580/$605+electricity) which includes daily (9am-9pm) access to the four hot pools at different temperatures, the swimming pool, gym, dry sauna, wet sauna, etc."
"Mail delivery is convenient, but the lack of security at the campground entrance feels like a gap."
"The entire campgrounds are surrounded in a wall of boulders varying in shales and sizes. Tons of fun to scramble and boulder on. We wenf in July and the evening temps were fantastic."
"Location is great and close by to al the main attraction!"
$25 - $45 / night
"Kinda close to main road. But, store close by. Around the corner next to the village."
" Kings Canyon is one of the coolest places I've been in a long time and Southern California"
"It's a lovely location with almost perfect weather in the winter. April very windy and May, it starts getting hotter. However, you can take the tram up majestic Mt."
"Lots of exploring within a hours drive to great sights like Joshua Tree NP, Palm Springs, Salton sea, Idlewild, Borrego Springs, etc."
$30 / night
"This camp site was tucked in the back, 12 miles from Joshua Tree park entrance. This site was on the side of the rocks that provided shade for more than 12 hours in the day."
"Short drive to most of the popular sights / trails in Joshua Tree
Cons: Some sites are pretty close to each other, can feel crowded.
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ScoutThe road up to the camp area is a bit rough. We were in a Sprinter and definitely nervous for parts. But, it was worth it once we got there! It's secluded and has enough trees for a hammock. Our kids loved being able to explore, but they were covered in sand/dirt by the end of the trip.
GuideI will never book to stay here or another Thousand Trails property again. You cannot choose your site or even move when the campground is completely empty. The gave me a terrible spot, which was small, covered in pine cones, on a slope and next to weirdos playing loud music and an aggressive pit bull. Checked out early and found a much more inviting place.
RangerBig Pines Flats is set right next to a meadow at a forest crossing heading to Holcomb Valley, Victorville, Fawnskin, and Green Valley Lake. There are shooting ranges, OHV trails, Jeep trails, hiking, you name it. popular campground and is suited more for tenting or overland types.
TravelerCamp host Bob was so sweet
RangerMultiple free camping spots from the Y up to Fish Creek all the way to Coon Creek Cabin. 1st spots on the left are big rig friendly, you do have about a mile of dirt road before you get to them. Many spots that fill on the weekend quickly, road gets rougher the more you continue up to the cabin, if you have a bigger trailer and don’t find any spots in the first few locations turn around. Camping is designated with a “Yellow Post” and can be found on both sides of the road. You will need a campfire permit to have a fire when permitted, you can get them online from San Berdoo Forest.
TravelerIt was Memorial Day weekend pretty busy but camp site was nice rented pontoon boat just a walk from park all in all good time
ScoutWe were in Serrano for 2 night past Memorial Day and it was wonderful. The campsites are clean, have clean bathrooms/shower access, and they sell firewood for $10. Town is only 10 minutes away for groceries and other necessities. There isn’t a lot of privacy and noise travels but past 10pm everyone quiets down. Would go again!
TravelerThe campsite was easy to find there are plenty of spots and they are level multiple spots for a class a 34 foot motorhome. I am far enough away where I don’t hear everyone talking.
GuideVery nice campground. Camping spots are spacious and clean. They do offer showers, but they are pay showers and only take quarters. They were doing some construction on a playground while we were there, but it didn’t bother anything. Overall a nice campground
Camping near Desert Hot Springs offers a unique experience with stunning desert landscapes and a variety of campgrounds to choose from. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or a family-friendly spot, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful area.
Camping around Desert Hot Springs is a great way to enjoy the beauty of the desert while making lasting memories. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's a spot waiting for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Desert Hot Springs, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 334 campgrounds and RV parks near Desert Hot Springs, CA and 38 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Desert Hot Springs, CA is Black Rock Campground — Joshua Tree National Park with a 4.2-star rating from 48 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 38 free dispersed camping spots near Desert Hot Springs, CA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 parks near Desert Hot Springs, CA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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