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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Indio, CA

1,580 Reviews

Catalina Spa and RV Resort features two hot spring-fed pools and dedicated dog parks for pet owners camping near Indio. The resort provides pet-friendly accommodations including RV sites, cabins, and glamping options with no breed restrictions. Dogs receive welcome bags containing bandanas, poop bags, and tennis balls upon check-in. Joshua Tree South BLM Dispersed camping area offers free primitive camping with pets approximately 23 miles from Indio, providing ample space for campers to feel secluded while keeping dogs leashed. Palm Springs-Joshua Tree KOA welcomes pets with multiple temperature hot springs suitable for families with dogs, plus a spacious dog park area for off-leash exercise.

Hiking trails throughout Joshua Tree National Park's Indian Cove Campground accommodate leashed pets, with sites tucked into rocks that block wind and provide natural protection for camping dogs. Campers should be aware of wildlife concerns, as coyotes can be bold in certain areas like Observatory Campground, making tent camping potentially hazardous for dogs. Blair Valley Primitive Campground in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park permits ground fires and allows pets throughout the camping area, though Cholla cacti pose hazards to dog paws in desert camping locations. Daily trash pickup services at Shadow Hills RV Resort and Thousand Trails Palm Springs make extended stays with pets more convenient, while the multiple dog parks at Golden Village Palms RV Resort remain clean and well-maintained for pet exercise needs.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Indio, California (212)

    1. Jumbo Rocks Campground — Joshua Tree National Park

    118 Reviews
    Twentynine Palms, CA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 367-5554

    $30 / night

    "They're situated between HUGE boulders so they're nicely tucked away from high winds that can sometimes pick up."

    "It is roughly in between the northern and western entrances of the park, which means that it's essentially on the eastern edge of most of the rock climbing areas."

    2. Thousand Trails Palm Springs

    18 Reviews
    Bermuda Dunes, CA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "The is a beautiful Thousand Trails RV Resort in Palm Springs, California! The park is large, very spacious and so clean!"

    "The 30 Amp side is pull through so we decided to set up at site 61 further away from the Highway because it is a bit noisy from road noise."

    3. Ryan Campground — Joshua Tree National Park

    30 Reviews
    Twentynine Palms, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 367-5554

    $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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    4. Lake Cahuilla

    12 Reviews
    La Quinta, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 564-4712

    "Stayed at the start of May as I had appointments in Indio. Wonderfully quiet, hardly anyone else here. If I’d visited in the busy season I think the closeness of the sites would have bothered me."

    "Lake Cahuilla has a lot to offer, including a playground, lake for fishing only (no swimming), and a pool that was closed while we were there, and somewhat spacious sites."

    5. Indian Cove Campground — Joshua Tree National Park

    62 Reviews
    Twentynine Palms, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 367-5554

    $55 / night

    "The sites are tucked into the rocks which block wind and kept us nice and warm at night. Bats flew just overhead for a couple hours and I thought it was magical!"

    "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."

    6. Catalina Spa and RV Resort

    21 Reviews
    Desert Hot Springs, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 329-4431

    $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."

    "Spa in the desert We wanted to escape the rain and cold and hit the jackpot with this location. I was concerned that the pools might be closed due to COVID but both pools were open."

    7. Joshua Tree South - BLM Dispersed

    59 Reviews
    Mecca, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 833-7100

    "Absolutely love staying just outside the park. Easy access to some beautiful trails and you can easily fill up with water, dump out, and use the garbage from your vehicle."

    "The highway noise is rarely noticeable. The site we found was more level than some campgrounds we’ve been in. It’s 100% boondocking, but it’s also 100% free. About 23 miles from Indio/Coachella."

    8. Palm Springs-Joshua Tree KOA

    21 Reviews
    Desert Hot Springs, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 251-6555

    "Great dog park, family friendly and the hot springs was just perfect for all of us. Even have 3 temperatures so the kids can enjoy hot springs too! Thanks for a wonderful stay!"

    "Plenty of stuff to do behind the walls, mini golf, dog kamp, pool, hot tubs, games, game room... Nice shower house and bathrooms. Camp store is a little small but has the essentials."

    9. Painted Canyon

    17 Reviews
    Mecca, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 833-7100

    "Especially in the evenings, our tent stayed put with extra stakes and ties but canopies and porta potty tents would’ve flown if we didn’t sand bag and weigh them down with rocks that were laying around"

    "However the terrain is not very dog friendly sharp rocks cut our pups paws up (he is familiar with outdoor hiking) and if you want to do the ladders or ropes... no way."

    10. Black Rock Campground — Joshua Tree National Park

    48 Reviews
    Yucca Valley, CA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 367-5554

    $35 / night

    "You're not allowed to use ANY surrounding vegetation for campfires (even kindling) so be prepared to cart in your own wood and kindling."

    "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"

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  • Heather L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 18, 2022

    Joshua Tree South - BLM Dispersed

    One of my FAVES

    Absolutely love staying just outside the park. Easy access to some beautiful trails and you can easily fill up with water, dump out, and use the garbage from your vehicle. We met some other really friendly travelers and had a couple nights of campfires together. Sunsets and sunrises were incredible and even though you’re just off the highway you don’t hear any noise. Only 40 min away from Indio to pickup groceries - I recommend WinCo.

  • Nate P.
    Sep. 20, 2021

    Joshua Tree South - BLM Dispersed

    Sketchy

    Pros: free, existing fire rings. Cons: too close to the freeway (feels like people were pulling in here to do shady stuff), sky is polluted with light from Indio/Palm Springs.

  • Jody W.
    Apr. 4, 2019

    Joshua Tree South - BLM Dispersed

    It’s the dessert

    I stayed here the first week of April 2019. Plenty of space to feel secluded. The highway noise is rarely noticeable. The site we found was more level than some campgrounds we’ve been in. It’s 100% boondocking, but it’s also 100% free. About 23 miles from Indio/Coachella.

  • kelly N.
    Mar. 16, 2022

    Banning Stagecoach KOA

    Nice clean park

    Very clean, dog friendly ( with dog park) helpful nice staff, propane available, small playground and swimming pool, picnic tables and grills at each site

  • L
    Dec. 16, 2022

    Catalina Spa and RV Resort

    Adequate & ok for an overnight stop

    Not a very attractive drive in. Lots and lots of trash in the shrubbery and fields along the highway. Reservation and check in was easy. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. The RV park itself is attractive and seems to be fairly well maintained. It seems there are two rv areas. A lower older area and an upper newer and more attractive area. We were in the older area. Site was gravel with a small concrete area. Unfortunately, no one there seems to care about the dog poop everywhere (not exaggerating!). We and the people behind us parking had to clean dog poop off our site before we could set up. When walking our dog we saw poop everywhere. Dog park was ok, but on the small side and would be better with a gravel base instead of the dirt (very, very dusty and results in a dirty, dusty dog). There is a huge field adjacent and owned by the rv park that you can walk and or run your dog. But also full of poop. Bathroom smaller, older in the lower area. Much nicer, more modern bathrooms in the newer area. Two laundry rooms but no front loaders and the older laundry room only had two washers and two dryers. Can use quarters or an app. Pool and spa seemed pretty popular but we didn’t use. Area could really use some lighting at night. Very dark with minimal lighting in the older section. Trash is picked up every morning if you leave outside your site.

  • Chad C.
    Oct. 8, 2022

    Loomerland

    Excellent little getaway with animals!

    Our family of 3 just left the campground this morning, and we had a great time during our 1 night stay.  To find it, just plug the GPS coordinates into Google maps and follow the instructions.  It’s fairly primitive (outhouse and water spigot), but the sky is clear and the whole place is very serene with trees and nature. They have several protective, very human-friendly dogs on the property.  They also open the barn around 0800 and allow campers to pet the rabbits, chickens, cats, pigs, turkey, ducks, and even feed the goats.  Sites have campfire rings (bring your own wood), picnic table, and a couple Adirondack style chairs.  The staff is also very friendly and informative.  We will certainly be back.

  • Jason M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 11, 2025

    Golden Village Palms RV Resort

    Don't Let the Town Deter You!

    Being reasonably close to our home base, we frequent this park with the family. Major grocery and shopping establishments are nearby, with Target directly across the street, In-n-Out, local parks, and the like. Our kids love the pool area, grandparents love the pickleball courts, and there are always fun activities to do throughout the year. Full-timers are friendly and inclusive of newcomers and passer-throughs. Dog parks are clean and located at either corner of the park. The entrance security kiosk is staffed 24/7, and they'll even help spot you while parking your rig. We cannot say enough good things about this place. 

    Check their website for events and specials.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 21, 2021

    Shadow Hills RV Resort

    Urban Glamping during Covid

    Shadow Hills RV Resort is a stellar urban RV resort with all the amenities. Full hookups, daily trash pickups at each site, cable tv, large level pads with privacy hedge, small dog parks scattered throughout, gated security, nice restrooms w/ showers (free). We were visiting family who were just a short bike ride away. Can be extremely windy here. Desert X environmental art installations are nearby.

  • Gina P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 2, 2024

    Palm Springs-Joshua Tree KOA

    Love it!

    Had a wonderful time with the kids and our two doggos here! Great dog park, family friendly and the hot springs was just perfect for all of us. Even have 3 temperatures so the kids can enjoy hot springs too! Thanks for a wonderful stay! We’re here last week of March 2024.

Guide to Indio

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Indio, California, opens up a world of adventure for you and your furry friends. With a variety of well-reviewed campgrounds, you can enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your pets behind.

Pet owners like spacious sites and amenities

  • At Jumbo Rocks Campground, you'll find ample space for your pets to roam and enjoy the stunning rock formations.
  • Indian Cove Campground offers shaded sites and easy access to hiking trails, making it a great spot for pet owners looking to explore.
  • Ryan Campground features nicely spaced sites that provide a sense of privacy, perfect for a peaceful getaway with your pets.

Dog owners appreciate nearby hiking trails

  • Black Rock Campground has numerous hiking trails right from the campground, allowing you to enjoy nature with your dog by your side.
  • At Cottonwood Campground, you can embark on scenic hikes that are pet-friendly, ensuring your furry companion can join in on the fun.
  • Sheep Pass Group Campground is located near popular trails, making it an ideal base for group camping adventures with pets.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great facilities

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Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Indio, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Indio, CA is Jumbo Rocks Campground — Joshua Tree National Park with a 4.5-star rating from 118 reviews.

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