Joshua Tree South Dispersed Camping
BLM
Write a Review Cottonwood Spring Rd. Chiriaco Summit, CA 92201 760-833-7100 Official WebsiteGPS: 33.6745, -115.8019
Overview of Joshua Tree South Dispersed Camping
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Learn more: Boondocking 101.
Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by AussieTX on 11/22/2024
Longest RV Reported: 42 feet (Class A)
Reported by WeavingRVer on 12/7/2017
Pad Type dirt
Elevation 1,771 ft / 539 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Joshua Tree South Dispersed Camping
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 760-833-7100
camper-637483 asked on 11/14/2024
How safe is it to leave our RV in the campground while driving and site seeing and living the rigs alone?
camper-836124 asked on 12/11/2023
Where do people shower when staying here longer term? Seems like planet fitness in Coachella is the closest?
Joni asked on 2/22/2022
Do we have to let any one know where we are camping or can we just find our spot and settle in?
Sal asked on 2/21/2022
Are there many ticks or rattlesnakes at Joshua Tree South? Thanks!
Jess asked on 2/20/2022
Generator okay to use at Joshua Tree South? Like inverted type? Thanks!
Wandering Webers asked on 11/2/2021
How far back can a Class A RV get on those roads? How is the weather in February? Thanks!
FJara asked on 5/12/2021
Hello I’m new to camping and I was wondering if I’m doing tent camping, no RV just my truck, how does the restroom si...
Reviews of Joshua Tree South Dispersed Camping 142 people have reviewed this location.
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“Great place to see Joshua Tree”
Reviewed 4/4/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | Na |
| RV Length: | 22' (Travel Trailer) |
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Honestly you couldn't be any closer to the park entrance on the south side then staying here. There is a lot more space here then in the park where you have to squeeze your rig in and pay for it. There is a dump and water fill in the park. Suggestion stay here and dump there. Since we have a dog there were only 3 trails we could do ... more
Honestly you couldn't be any closer to the park entrance on the south side then staying here. There is a lot more space here then in the park where you have to squeeze your rig in and pay for it. There is a dump and water fill in the park. Suggestion stay here and dump there. Since we have a dog there were only 3 trails we could do in the park so we looked for other trails. We found Painted Canyon which was beautiful and ride there was as scenic as driving through the park. The campsite was quiet and beautiful at night. Fair warning don't drive over the fire pits. Previous folks apparently burned pallets and left behind a ton of nails. Also there are no facilities so if you are not self contained, or have a way to manage your human waste please find someplace else to camp. Oh and if you are pulling in at 5:00 AM don't use someone else's spot for a turnaround or try to squeeze in. Cell service was amazing.
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Whatrwewaiting4 would stay here again
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“Great place to stop overnight on way from Phoenix to N CA”
Reviewed 3/30/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | Xx |
| RV Length: | 27' (Travel Trailer) |
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We are heading to N-CA from Phoenix area. This is only 200 miles along the way but a nice free spot 2mikes off I10. The camping is just before the South entrance to Joshua Tree. Hoping for stars tonight
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Tom would stay here again
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“True desert camping”
Reviewed 3/9/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
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Way better than the Joshua tree north site.
No privacy which is just how the desert works. Good sites. Mostly in a wash so sandy and a bit deep in some places so be careful and all wheel drive is a must.
Quiet but was busy.
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Adapally would stay here again
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“The Perfect Chill”
Reviewed 3/6/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| RV Length: | 17' (Travel Trailer) |
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After completing a conversion to solar for my camper to detach from RV parks, I found this dispersed camping spot on Campendium and can’t imagine going to an RV park ever again... Nice and spread out with ole ty of spots with fire rings... The sky was so filled with stars and I watched satellites stream across... Very quiet, but occasi... more
After completing a conversion to solar for my camper to detach from RV parks, I found this dispersed camping spot on Campendium and can’t imagine going to an RV park ever again... Nice and spread out with ole ty of spots with fire rings... The sky was so filled with stars and I watched satellites stream across... Very quiet, but occasionally had ATV and dirts bikes come down the road... Be careful there are sandy spots so lookout ahead is a good plan! I have a Weboost cell booster so please ty of call and data available for working while vacationing.
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Surf2Trails would stay here again
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“Beautiful & crowded!”
Reviewed 3/6/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| RV Length: | 32' (Travel Trailer) |
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Very busy! We came in on a Wednesday and it was pretty packed, but still managed to find a spot! Be careful where you go, some spots are extremely sandy. One neighbor said he got stuck last time he visited and we helped another neighbor tow himself out of the sand. The right side is sandier than the left side of the road (when coming i... more
Very busy! We came in on a Wednesday and it was pretty packed, but still managed to find a spot! Be careful where you go, some spots are extremely sandy. One neighbor said he got stuck last time he visited and we helped another neighbor tow himself out of the sand. The right side is sandier than the left side of the road (when coming in from I10). Far from all stores and restaurants. The entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is about 8 miles up the road. There is a dump station and potable water located near the campground in the park.
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Growing Rootless would stay here again
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“Perfect BLM experience ”
Reviewed 3/3/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| RV Length: | 26' (Travel Trailer) |
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We loved our stay on this BLM land. Obvious site boundaries that are spacious. You don't have to go down too far on the dirt road off the pavement to find a place. This is the south side of the park so in order to hike the most popular and exciting hikes, expect to drive about 1 hour through the park to get there. The drive is calming ... more
We loved our stay on this BLM land. Obvious site boundaries that are spacious. You don't have to go down too far on the dirt road off the pavement to find a place. This is the south side of the park so in order to hike the most popular and exciting hikes, expect to drive about 1 hour through the park to get there. The drive is calming though. AT&T cell service worked well at campsite and surrounding BLM land, but no service in the park. We would definitely stay here again.
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JulMur would stay here again
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“Great location to south entrance of JT”
Reviewed 3/3/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| Site Number: | NA |
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The road in can get a bit soft but we had no trouble finding a spot safely. It is very dusty and sites have no real privacy. Great for visiting the south end of the park and Box Canyon.
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Justine & Scott's Adventures would stay here again
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“Quiet, but the road sucks ”
Reviewed 3/2/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 38' (Travel Trailer) |
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If making a right turn onto the dirt from the main road, it’s very rough. We went about a mile down due to the size of our trailer, and had to get creative when leveling it, but it worked out. There’s a lot of spots closer to the main road and entrance to Joshua Tree NP but they were mostly taken while we were there or for smaller rigs.
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LibertyIsCalling would stay here again
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“AT&T 25mb - Verizon 30mb (WINDY)”
Reviewed 3/1/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
| Site Number: | 0 |
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Great campsite with great internet for full-timers. There are plenty of campsites and most have a good amount of privacy.
The winds are insane at night (50mph+) and would recommend parking camper North to South or opposite. If you park east to west, the winds are crazy, even in our 31 foot Class A.
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WanderusLiving.com would stay here again
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“Privacy, quiet, and amazing sunsets”
Reviewed 2/21/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| RV Length: | 34' (Class A) |
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From Cottonwood Rd, we turned right because the sand to the left was a little soft and sketchy for our Class A. Once you make that turn, there are spacious sites on the right side of the road. There is an aqueduct on the left side of the road, so if you set up camp there, the city workers might ask you to relocate. We really liked it h... more
From Cottonwood Rd, we turned right because the sand to the left was a little soft and sketchy for our Class A. Once you make that turn, there are spacious sites on the right side of the road. There is an aqueduct on the left side of the road, so if you set up camp there, the city workers might ask you to relocate. We really liked it here and would definitely stay again. Very quiet and the sunsets were amazing.
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FloJo Fleetwood would stay here again
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