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Needles KOA

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Needles KOA, near Needles, California, is a solid choice for campers looking for a convenient stopover or a longer stay in the desert. With a range of accommodations from tents to RVs and cabins, it caters to different camping styles while providing essential amenities like clean restrooms and a pool.

The campground features a well-stocked store and a laundry room, making it easy to stock up on supplies or take care of chores during your stay. Visitors have mentioned the friendly staff, particularly Carla, who goes out of her way to ensure guests are comfortable, even offering shaded spots for those traveling with pets.

For those wanting to explore, the nearby Colorado River offers opportunities for fishing and relaxing by the water. While the desert heat can be intense, especially in the summer, many campers appreciate the clean and quiet environment, making it a great place to unwind after a day of adventure. Whether you're just passing through or planning a longer visit, Needles KOA has the basics covered for a pleasant camping experience.

Fee Info

Adults 18+, Kids 4-17, Free 0-3

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Location

Needles KOA is located in California

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Directions

W'bnd from jct I-40 & West Broadway: Go 1/2 mi N on River Rd, then 1 mi W on National Old Trails Hwy. Entrance on right. E'bnd from jct I-40 & River Rd cutoff: Go 1 block NW on River Rd, then 1/2 mi SE on National Old Trails Hwy. Entrance on left.

Address

5400 National Old Trail Hwy
Needles, CA 92363

Coordinates

34.86878561 N
114.64361818 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Fair

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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12 Reviews

Reviewed May. 2, 2024

Grateful Stop

Last minute reservation traveling from Yosemite-Tule Lake. Easy access off 40. Carla was very accommodating offering one of the 2 shaded lots available for our dogs sake as it was 92. Very Clean & quiet.

Site97
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by charlie O., May 2, 2024
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by charlie O., May 2, 2024
Reviewed Feb. 4, 2023

Snowbirding Rocks

We arrived after park hosting in Oregon for 4 months. Blue sky, sift breeze and 72 degrees greeted us. Carla at the desk is awesome. We had to reschedule our visit due to mechanical issues. She was very helpful. Mountains to the NE of us. They have a pool, cleaned regularly but not heated. I’m too much of a wimp for polar plunges. But my wife Sherri says she’ll go it later.

Site49
Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Michael C., February 4, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Michael C., February 4, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Michael C., February 4, 2023
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Reviewed Feb. 2, 2023

Pool looks nice

The pool looks nice but it’s been too cold to check it out. I am not used to the desert so it’s hard for me to like this area. However the sites are flat and gravel and there is a decent laundry room. The bath house is dated but serviceable. For some reason my spot didn’t have a picnic table but it’s too windy to use anyways.

Site8
Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Lisa C., February 2, 2023
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Reviewed Jun. 11, 2022

Deluxe campground, sweltering heat

This is my first time staying at a KOA campground. I'm impressed with how many amenities are provided: pool, laundry room, clubhouse, well-appointed bathroom, and a camp store with reasonable prices. My campsite is tidy and of a generous size. There are only a few shrubs for privacy, but the campground is practically empty so this isn't an issue today.

What is an issue today is the heat. As I write this at 10:11 at night, it is 100° F. When I arrived in Needles this afternoon, it was 114° F. The water that comes out of the spigots here is like bathwater. I started my day in L.A., where it was about 70° F. I knew it would be hotter inland, but I didn't expect it to be this bad. I'll be breaking camp at dawn tomorrow and hurrying back into the air conditioned sanctuary of my car. This campground is probably much more pleasant in the winter.

Site27
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Alex M., June 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Alex M., June 11, 2022
Reviewed Apr. 24, 2022

Monthly stay

Staff is Great! Nice pool Clean restrooms Great place

Site37
Month of VisitJanuary
Reviewed Jan. 21, 2022

Needles

This is a wonderful clean stop over or a very reasonable monthly stay. Love the desert breeze for afternoon naps!

Site55
Month of VisitJanuary
Reviewed Nov. 29, 2021

Rv camping

This would be our first stop as a RV camper. KOA in needles ca and I would have to say we loved it ! Friendly staff nice clean swimming pool , and the amenities and facilities clean . The park overall I would say a 10 out of 10

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2020

KOA desert life

KOA have pretty much everything you need this location well its nothing fancy for what your paying, you get all the basics, the reason they only get a 4 is that they could have a bit more greenery for the cost you pay. They have a decent clubhouse, well-kept laundry room, a cool little fireplace where you can sit with friends, burn wood, and eat a meal on the tables a really neat group area for a bunch of friends or family that's for sure. They have full hookups, showers, bathrooms, a nice swimming pool, dump station, all spots are very close to your neighbors with no privacy AT ALL! some ran down tables and bbq at each site. we came when it wasn't scorching but this place gets super hot so prepare for that, they do have a store for things you need as well.

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Brittney  C., November 20, 2020
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Brittney  C., November 20, 2020
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Brittney  C., November 20, 2020
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Reviewed Nov. 20, 2020

desert camping you have to pay for

ok ok ok... this place does offer a lot!!! A clean blue swimming pool, laundry, showers, and bathrooms. each camp spot has pads, bbq grills, and water sources, some also offer a little covered canopy which is needed out here. In case you want to stay in a cabin, they have small cabins available to rent. This place has a variety of games around that can be fun for groups. I gave it a 4 only because it's really nothing special besides the amenities they could for sure have put some nice trees in to make it more shade for guest.

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Brittney  C., November 20, 2020
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Brittney  C., November 20, 2020
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Brittney  C., November 20, 2020
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Reviewed Oct. 15, 2020

Needles

Descent pool. Not sure how they keep the water freezing. Some killer desert views. Rough crowd around and needles is a disgusting town. It will suffice if you need to stop for a night. Level spots descent size. Well stocked store with very friendly staff

Reviewed Mar. 26, 2019

Not much going on here...

This area has an unheated pool and a rec area that has a pool table, card table and a couch facing a big TV that's equipped with a VCR and a big library of tapes to go with it. They also have a laundry mat here, a pretty well stocked store and a couple of horseshoe pits. The site itself isn't that great, there's no concrete slabs, it's just a big gravel parking lot with a few separation bushes and plants. But it is a decent location because its walking distance from the Colorado River, (and beside it) is the River Front Cafe. The cafe has more of a bar feel, but it has some nice views as you are eating some pretty good food.

T-mobile has great cell service here, and the water pressure is fantastic. Just don't buy gas here in Needles. It's twice the price of any current gas station. Go to one of the other towns that lay right on the outskirts of Needles town.

Site55
Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Sandy S., March 26, 2019
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Sandy S., March 26, 2019
  • Review photo of Needles KOA by Sandy S., March 26, 2019
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Reviewed Jul. 9, 2018

Hot Hot!

We pulling in very late, and it was still very hot! They have the swimming pool open all the time! we rented a cabin and there was no air condition on when we arrived and we turned it on and went swimming at 10:30 at night and by the time we got back to the cabin it was cooled off! nice clean but hot!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Needles KOA have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Needles KOA has 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Needles KOA?

    Needles KOA allows vehicles up to 60 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Needles KOA?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Needles KOA, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Needles KOA have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Needles KOA does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Needles KOA?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is fair.