Best Cabin Camping near Joshua Tree National Park

The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Joshua Tree National Park. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Joshua Tree National Park is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Joshua Tree National Park and user-submitted reviews.

Best Cabin Sites Near Joshua Tree National Park (26)

    1. Chiriaco Summit Dry Camp Area

    19 Reviews
    Mecca, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 227-3227

    "There are no bathrooms or water here, but you have cell service and a convenience store very close by. This is a great spot to find a free camping site and still be somewhat in your own seclusion."

    "Close to I-10, but a private property with designated spots right next to a local diner and truck stop. Wi-Fi at the diner, restrooms and trash at the truck stop, reliable cell service everywhere."

    2. Thousand Trails Palm Springs

    18 Reviews
    Bermuda Dunes, CA
    28 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!"

    "Along with that the park offers a variety of social events including line dancing, swap meets, ice cream socials and more."

    3. Coachella Lakes RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Indio, CA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (442) 325-9292

    $52 - $113 / night

    "This place has everything you could want in an RV park. Everything was new and sleek and modern and well designed. The price was average, I guess, though still much too expensive for us."

    "This place is huge and so are the sites. 2 pools but of course as luck would have it one pool that’s about 20 steps from our campsite is closed! Office staff were friendly as were workers."

    4. Twentynine Palms Resort

    4 Reviews
    Twentynine Palms, CA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 367-3320

    "Location near Yoshua tree NP.👍Great guest service. Full hookups sites. Propano fill available. We had a problem with our RV and got great and fast service!."

    5. Catalina Spa and RV Resort

    21 Reviews
    Desert Hot Springs, CA
    35 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."

    "Sites are pretty close together but divided by tall hedges that make for good privacy. It was a little loud our first night from other campers and dogs, but the second night was much quieter."

    6. Palm Springs-Joshua Tree KOA

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

    "Near and clean campground with clean restrooms requiring a key code to enter. Two laundry rooms."

    "Private hot showers that you accessed with a free code. The wifi was pretty good too. There was a 9 hole mini golf and playground for the kids too. Great views of the mountains."

    7. Indian Waters RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Indio, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 342-8100

    "Had two pools and outdoor bar area with fire pit. All spots are paved and easy to access"

    "The park is spacious and clean. Beautiful pool and hot tubs. Four pickleball courts. Clubhouse with lots of activities. Near Palm Springs and lots to explore in the area."

    8. Shadow Mountain Camp

    1 Review
    Twentynine Palms, CA
    21 miles
    +1 (213) 700-9451

    $25 - $35 / night

    9. Shadow Hills RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Bermuda Dunes, CA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 360-4040

    $45 - $9999 / night

    "We’ll groomed and maintained park. Semi private spaces, plenty of grass, very nice pool & spa, and friendly staff. Our space was adjacent to Jefferson Street which is a bit noisy but tolerable."

    "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)."

    10. Sky Valley RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    Thousand Palms, CA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 548-2960

    "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."

    "This park is 25min from anything but that’s one reason I like it. Lots of exploring within a hours drive to great sights like Joshua Tree NP, Palm Springs, Salton sea, Idlewild, Borrego Springs, etc."

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  • Linda V.
    Apr. 7, 2021

    Chiriaco Summit Dry Camp Area

    Great free camping spot

    There are no bathrooms or water here, but you have cell service and a convenience store very close by. This is a great spot to find a free camping site and still be somewhat in your own seclusion. The sky is really nice here at night. You can see the freeway a bit of a distance out from this location and it takes about 45mins or so get back into Joshua tree National park from here. The fire pits are in the ground so you might have to rebuild the walls above ground if they’ve been knocked down. Overall a very cool spot to check out that’s right outside of Joshua tree National park with beautiful sunset views. This is BLM land

  • J
    Nov. 26, 2021

    Thousand Trails Palm Springs

    Lovely TT RV Resort!!!

    The is a beautiful Thousand Trails RV Resort in Palm Springs, California! The park is large, very spacious and so clean! The gorgeous Palm trees are a little bit of a parking hazard, but they were here before we were! 😊 And besides, they are so beautiful to look at every day. The park feels like a day on beach with white sand to park on in most spaces, towering Palm trees, and brightly colored tropical flowers. What a treat in the winter! We are here in November and December and daytime high’s are in the low 80’s. The park is split in half with one side 30 amp FHU and the other half 50 amp FHU. For TT members, there is not an additional charge for 50 amp. Quite a deal! There is plenty of room to get out and walk in this park, along with a nice dog park, playground, billiards room, swimming pool and spa, horseshoes, 8 pickle ball courts, many laundry rooms and restrooms, and community recreation room. The surrounding mountains ranges are pretty amazing, too. This park is close to it all in the Palm Springs area and everything is within a short drive. Joshua Tree National Park and the Salton Sea is just over a half hour away. The Thousand Trails Palm Springs RV Resort is perfect and we will definitely be visiting again!

    For videos on this park and others, check out our YouTube channel: Jeff & Steff’s Excellent Adventure.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 22, 2022

    Palm Springs-Joshua Tree KOA

    Value for the area

    Near and clean campground with clean restrooms requiring a key code to enter. Two laundry rooms. One large pool and three spas (hot tubs to folks not from So Cal) all heated with naturally heated mineral water. Secure. Park staff drive around at night to keep an eye on things. Most camps are close to the neighbors but most folks are quiet. Pay extra foe larger or premium campsites. Play area for the kids by the office. Put-put golf. Not much shade but many hedges. Gravel parking. Separate are for tents, communal sinks. Few trees around. Each camp has a sturdy picnic table. Propane fires only. And probably the same for BBQs. Great AT&T 5G cellular. Wi-Fi is weak, but it’s free.RV spot had fill hookups (water, 30 or 50 amp power, sewer, but no cable TV.

    Well run and friendly, responsive staff. Understand that Desert Hot Springs is sometimes WINDY!! And that can mean dust storms, but that goes for the entire Cochella Valley. Not close to anything out here. A convenience store about 1/3 mile away. You won’t be running for coffee here. The the management sometimes hosts events and a weekend breakfast can be purchased.

    All rigs are in good repair and I’ve seen nothing sketchy here at all. Been here 3 weeks with 3 more to go.

    Bottom line: I would definitely stay here again, but it is a drive to get into DHS or Palm Springs. And it is windy/dusty.

  • Joshua R.
    Mar. 31, 2018

    Thousand Trails Palm Springs

    Great people, great park, great cell coverage, loud road

    @RoarksVentures has been to this park multiple times since January of 2018. It is actually one of our favorites. The staff has been kind and welcoming. The conversations started around the warmth of the hot tub have led to continued friendships long after our wheels have left the city.

    With the skyline spotted by the leaves of vibrant Palm trees you get a sense that you are camping in a sort of desert oasis. That is, until you hear the roar of the cars on the busy freeway right across the street. Depending on the side of the park you end up camping in determines the volume that you hear that rumble.

    Cell coverage is fantastic here allowing for mobile workers, RV movie streamers, and daytime internet explorers to meet all their needs and wants.

    The rows are lined with palm trees and full of walkers, joggers and slow time strollers. The people all wave warmly whether they have met you before or not. Along with that the park offers a variety of social events including line dancing, swap meets, ice cream socials and more.

    With such close proximity to Joshua Tree National park within a 45 minute drive, an hour to LA, and 20 minutes to down town Palm Springs there is no shortage of quality exploring for any type.

    The one knock, other than the freeway is that there has been some increased homeless activity in the tree line that flanks the park. Their used to be a little fence you could walk through to let your dogs run and play. That gate is now locked with a no trespassing sign. I enjoyed running out in the sand dunes in that area and came across a hideout that had several books, which I imagine were stolen from the resort's well stocked library and a gas generator that you wonder if it was stolen from somebody who didn't lock up their belongings at their campsite.

    All the same, the park does the best they can and often has a security patrol come through the park every once in awhile to make sure all is well. All that said, I never feel unsafe or worried here. The laughter from the rowdy pool volleyball games puts you at ease.

    I already have plans to come back and look forward to doing so. It is still one of my favorite parks. Maybe it could be yours too.

  • J
    Jun. 28, 2022

    Caliente Springs RV Resort

    Good, clean campground with uncomplicated late night checking

    Had no problem booking it on the internet but the phone numbers provided (especially the one regarding the late check in) kept you either asking to leave a message (that was never acted upon / returned with a call) or it simply just hung up on the caller. Otherwise water, electricity and shower /toilets were accessible easily (albeit with a code). Getting hot in the summer here, make sure A/C is working well. Nice little playground for kids, including a minigolf course.

  • Dallas W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 9, 2022

    Caliente Springs RV Resort

    Desert hot springs

    Great clean campground and resort For55+ lots to do Mineral hot springs Rental cottages and some for sale

  • Dawn J.
    Oct. 14, 2022

    Oasis Palms RV Resort

    Unsafe water

    You get what you pay for and this park is adequate at best for the price. It is old and clearly in decline. Beware, the pictures and term resort are misleading. They cater to full time RV-ers and have very few rules for keeping sites clean and orderly. Many of the full timers have excessive junk, garbage, toys, vehicles, etc. Cluttering their sites. The residents and staff are pleasant, quiet, and respectful of your privacy and space. It is gated but you will need to pay a $20 CASH (no credit/debit) deposit for a key card. Well behaved dogs are allowed off leash but there are not many dogs in residence. There is a large dog run but it was VERY overgrown and we felt not usable due to insect and flea/tick concerns. Most important to note the water (sourced from a well) is NOT SAFE to drink or cook with due to excessive arsenic and fluoride. There are however 3 locations in the park with reverse osmosis filters to fill water jugs. The water is safe for bathing and dishes but does have a large amount of sediment and discoloration. It is severe enough that our onboard filter was not sufficient, it left rust colored residue in our porcelain toilet, and for the first time ever we had to add an inline filter as well. Laundry facilities are available but due to poor water quality we chose to do laundry in town. In addition California is in a severe water crisis yet leaking faucets are prevalent here and some full time residents run sprinklers at their sites. Two of these sprinklers near us ran around the clock for at least 48 hours straight. This park was sufficient for our needs for the week we were here, but I can not recommend it nor would I return. We camped at Oasis Palms RV Park in a Motorhome.

  • Cindy B.
    Mar. 7, 2021

    Palm Springs-Joshua Tree KOA

    Needs a little work

    Overall- convenient and clean place to stay if looking for a place to stay in Southern CA and want to head into Joshua Tree, The Living Desert Zoo or check out anything else in the area. The sites themselves are easy to navigate into. Nice wide streets. Some fun things on site like miniature golf and bike rentals and the pool area is a relatively nice size (we just checked it out - didn’t end up using it).

    Where it is lacking and needs some work:

    • Sites are not level. *Our dump hookup ended up being uphill so one has to milk the house to empty (our neighbors had the same situation.) *The entrance into the KOA - if coming in and making a right - be careful as you essentially end up making a U-turn around a rock wall and into the park. Just a funky entrance.

    Would give it 3.5 Stars. 👍

  • Rachel M.
    Dec. 16, 2023

    Glamis North Hot Springs Resort

    If you are around the San Jacinto Mts, CA, these Hot Springs are a MUST!

    What an amazing place with friendly staff. Go check out them out!! I really loved the ease of their website and reserving a spot. The check in is just as easy because you click on a link from the confirmation email sent from the reservation. Staff are always available, but never bother you. The bathrooms and showers are very clean and the hot springs tubs are nice and comfortable. There are also 3 pools, 1 hot springs and the other 2 are cold. It's definitely nice in the winter because you can do a cold soak then warm up in the hot springs. There are also dunes and ATV rentals, unless you have your own. It is definitely a homey hot springs resort with a positive vibe! Check out www.glamisnorth.com


Guide to Joshua Tree National Park

Cabin camping near Joshua Tree National Park offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and cozy accommodations, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying the comforts of home.

Some prices for cabin camping range from $40 to $71

  • At Calico Ghost Town, you can enjoy full hookups for $40, making it an affordable option for families.
  • The Barstow-Calico KOA offers cabin camping at around $71, providing a well-maintained environment with friendly service.
  • For a more rustic experience, Deep Creek Hot Springs Camp Retreat features cabins and tent sites, perfect for larger groups looking to enjoy the hot springs.

Cabin campers like these nearby activities

  • Explore the fascinating history of the area at Calico Ghost Town, where you can enjoy train rides and seasonal events like Halloween festivities.
  • The Barstow-Calico KOA serves as a great waypoint for visiting both Barstow and Calico, with easy access to local attractions.
  • At Deep Creek Hot Springs Camp Retreat, you can hike to the nearby hot springs for a relaxing soak, surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

Cabin campers appreciate these amenities

  • Calico Ghost Town features electric hookups, drinking water, and picnic tables, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • The Barstow-Calico KOA includes a pool, laundry facilities, and a general store, making it convenient for families and travelers.
  • At Deep Creek Hot Springs Camp Retreat, you’ll find amenities like showers and trash disposal, along with a picturesque setting for your camping experience.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Joshua Tree National Park is Chiriaco Summit Dry Camp Area with a 4.5-star rating from 19 reviews.

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