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"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."
"The is a beautiful Thousand Trails RV Resort in Palm Springs, California! The park is large, very spacious and so clean!"
$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."
"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."
"Great view of the lake from most of the tent sections. Access to showers and restrooms. There is a pool in the summer and enough shade to stay as cool as the desert allows without A/C."
"We love hiking the rope/ladder trail loop during the day and star gazing at night. No bugs and the weather is amazing if you’re at the base of the canyon."
"Easy to find a place to tuck away in a tent or truck at night and enjoy hiking again in the AM."
$45 / night
"You can fit two 10' x10' canopies to cover the bench table, and fit 2 individual tents (4-6 person) OR a bigger 12p tent however you decide to position it. It has its own Fire pit."
"I've been camping at Lake Hemet since I was a kid, and absolutely love it there."
$45 - $9999 / night
"Pool, patio with nice furniture, coffee every morning, ridiculously small dog pens but nice walking path around the park."
"Our space was adjacent to Jefferson Street which is a bit noisy but tolerable. This is a nice place!"
"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."
"This is a great free site right at the edge of Joshua Tree National park. Spots are far apart and you don’t have to worry about other people. Area is flat and easy to set up and park on."
$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."
"It was almost empty which it was a positive for us as we are still facing a pandemic. Installation is pretty cleaned and well kept. They have a variety of RV spaces in size and prices."
"It's close to the freeway and the road noise is loud and never stops. There is also a freight train that frequently runs along behind the park, and it's very loud."
$52 - $113 / night
"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."
"I believe the spots that will be opening up that are further away from all the amenities will be cheaper."
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
GuideThis is a unique spot to camp, because you’re met with people backpacking the summit and people going through the PCT! There is plenty of space along the trail and it is just a GORGEOUS area to wake up to. Can’t believe it’s in southern California
GuideWe stayed the night of a new moon, the stars were gorgeous, and there was SO much room between campsites! The entrance from the south does take a little longer, but is much less crowded!🫶
GuideCamp host there was very nice and friendly, there’s a few sites on this campground. They allow you to stay 7 days and the camp host will take your information down. Right next to the airport. You can barely hear any highway noise!
GuideDefinitely recommend staying here when it’s dry. Huge open space. Very hot, no shade in the area. We moved to the Walmart nearby when it rained and came back, some spots were tough to navigate around and got stuck. Overall good camp sites. No dumpster or services. Locals frequent with OHV so gets loud on the weekends.
TravelerIt was kind of funny. The roads very bumpy, but my sedan made it no problem. Just pay attention to the ground because there are some anthills. Stayed out of their way and they’ll stay out of your way. Not really noticing any bugs, light breeze, I went a mile off of the road so I can barely hear the highway. I like that the mountains will block the sun in the morning so I can do some yoga and meditation. Got up to 105 today so I’ll probably be out of here by seven. Up at four or five in the morning. I can’t tell if this is a good place for hiking, but there’s lots of places to camp and it’s all free. You could show up here in the middle of the night and you’d probably find a campsite, although it’s dark and I would not recommend it. If you’re planning to go here, get here when it’s light out so you can have an easy time of set up, etc.. and you don’t wanna get any surprises. I thought I might see a snake or two, but I haven’t seen anything. I’ve had my shirt off and there’s been no bugs so for me, avoiding a hotel and paying a fee to campsite, this was a winner.
GuideQuiet, far enough from the highway, great view and sunset
LegendWe took 2 vans up for just one night and it really was a great time! The campsite itself is no frills. Basically a huge dirt lot. Each spot has a picnic table. No hookups. There was 2 toilets near by which were clean! The price is steep for what it is, but you’re paying for the convenience of being literally in the town. We had a great dinner at Pappy & Harriet’s and then watched live music at the Red Dog Saloon. Red Dog is pet friendly, we could bring our dog right to the bar - the breakfast there is also awesome! It was fun to walk around the town at night!
Camping near La Quinta, California, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning desert landscapes and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near La Quinta, CA, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the beautiful desert landscape!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, La Quinta, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 316 campgrounds and RV parks near La Quinta, CA and 45 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near La Quinta, CA is Thousand Trails Palm Springs with a 4.1-star rating from 18 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 45 free dispersed camping spots near La Quinta, CA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 parks near La Quinta, CA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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