Dog-friendly camping near Joshua Tree
Hardy adventurers with an appetite for serene desert scenery head to this vast SoCal wilderness.
95% (5492 reviews)
- Joshua Tree
95% (5492 reviews)
Public campgrounds near Joshua Tree
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Douglas
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Thank you so much for having me at this amazing campsite. I enjoyed the natural beauty and the simplicity of your home. Look forward to coming back.
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Taylor
May 2025
1 night at NowHere Drive Inn
I really enjoyed staying at Windy’s Stargazer truck. It was quiet, peaceful and beautiful. We really appreciated the additional kitchen items in the community kitchen area. Would stay here again!
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Mike
May 2025
Tent
This was my second visit to el ranchito and I’ll be back many times. Steve has created a beautiful oasis in the desert and takes care to make certain everyone is respectful of each other and the land.
Both of my kids came with me this time and they felt the same way. We slept on hammocks and the party that was going on next to us noticed we were going to bed and immediately wound down.
That doesn’t happen at every hip camp or campground one goes to.
The facilities are amazing… Like a spa in the middle of nowhere. The best part is that there is no pretentiousness that comes with typical southern California spas and resorts. Anyone and everyone would feel at home here, whether you’re looking for a wilderness experience or posh glamping.
It is priceless to be able to soak in a hot tub and sauna under pristine skies at night after climbing all day at Joshua tree. Sublime.
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Jim
May 2025
Tent
This is a great spot for when you want to get away and relax. It’s very peaceful property with great views. Also, Tye, the host, is very friendly and helpful. I’ll definitely keep this spot in mind for future trips!
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Quoc
May 2025
Tent
The host was very accommodating and friendly. We arrived late and she was on the phone with us, guiding us to our camp. The camp site was secluded and provided a high degree of privacy. The room was clean and spacious. The night sky was beautiful. After we left, she called and asked us if there was anything else she could do to improve our stay. Top notch site and host. Highly recommended.
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Aly
May 2025
4 nights at NowHere Drive Inn
Their site was a perfect spot for us to start and end our days. They provided everything we needed to be comfortable. It happened that when we stayed it was the "hottest days of the year so far" and so we spent most of our day time away checking out sites etc. Id love to come back during some cooler days so that I can spend more time at the camp.
Hosts were very responsive to any questions I had along the way. Would book here again if I return to the area.
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Zachary
May 2025
With pets
Had a great time. Windy was very responsive and helpful. Went to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday. Secluded but not too far from town. Very cute and accommodating. Would definitely book again.
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Bruce
April 2025
30 ft travel trailer
We loved it! Great directions and beautiful views. I will definitely come back!
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Garrett
April 2025
Tent
Our stay was incredible! We stayed on the camp sites. The area is well equipped with an amazing jacuzzi, pool, sauna, bathrooms, and showers. There is a drive-in movie just a few minutes away that I would recommend checking out after a day of hiking/climbing in Joshua Tree.
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Ian
April 2025
16 ft car
Friendly people - friendlier dogs (if you meet them) - fantastic amenities!
Pro-Tip: Know where you're going on the site before-hand, especially after dark. It can be hard to see and get you bearings if you're new to this, or haven't done it in 20 years. :)
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Jeremy
April 2025
Tent
Great spot for a night of peaceful camping in the desert. Host was friendly and the hot tub was a nice amenity.
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Hillary
April 2025
Tent
The space was expansive and we really enjoyed the hot tub and sauna every day after hiking. The manager was quick to respond to our messages and had great recs for hikes and dinner spots. Our only negative was the wind. Because it's so open there is nothing to break the wind near the tent sites. Some small windbreaks with rebar and railroad ties could vastly improve the sites so tents were less affected.
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Chelsea
April 2025
2 nights at NowHere Drive Inn
We loved camping here. We brought all of our camping supplies because we were coming from another camping trip in Anza-Borrego. We barely used any of our other camping supplies because everything else was taken care of for us. The communal kitchen and shower was amazing. My friend had fun laying on the lounge chairs and exploring the area. I really liked the truck that we slept in and the composting toilet really came in handy. We ended up having to leave a little bit early because of work things, but I am very grateful for the time that we spent there.The overall vibe of the area is amazing and I would highly recommend this camping spot for anyone who enjoys the desert, but needs some creature comforts.
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Maura
March 2025
With pets
I loved this truck. It was so cozy, and it felt like luxury on a long camping trip not to have to set up all my own gear. The communal space has everything you need to cook, and the truck was so comfortable with amazing personality. Had been considering tent camping in the area and was very glad I didn’t- it would’ve been tough with the wind! Plus the truck provided shade and a wind block during the day to lounge in the chairs provided. Can’t recommend this enough!
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Micaela
March 2025
With pets
Beautiful open land with gorgeous sunsets and stargazing. There are other trailers in the same vicinity, but they are far enough away that you basically have the space to yourself. We brought a propane fire pit to use, but there is a large private fire pit provided if you have room to bring firewood. Also a basic outdoor kitchen area with running water, soap, cast iron, dishes and silverware, propane outdoor stove, and shower area (complete with propane) which I did not get a chance to use. Amazing vibes all around. It got chilly at night, but there were plenty of blankets and pillows provided along with a small propane heater for use inside the truck. Be sure you are close with who you are camping with as the composting toilet (bucket with wood chips and a toilet seat) is on the deck next to the entrance to the truck, but who’s watching?! 💁♀️
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Steven
March 2025
20 ft travel trailer
Steve is a thoughtful host and fascinating human being. This is a luxury-laden little resort getaway with desert backcountry charm and wide open skies. There are two adorable dogs on property and we couldn’t get enough of them. Jacuzzi, sauna, Wi-Fi, hammocks and a dump station in the middle of nowhere. The dry sauna is crazy tech I had no idea existed. Combine the two level shipping container structure with the pack of coyotes yipping at dusk, it feels like Frederick Remington survived Fallout.
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Lauren
March 2025
Tent
With kids
This was an amazing time! I took my 3 little ones camping for the first time as a single mom and this was great! The was so friendly and welcoming. Very secluded out there! I didn’t want to be close to many others because the kids can be loud and I didn’t want to be unsafe. The stars were amazing! We visited Joshua Tree on Saturday, which is 10 mins away. I definitely recommend Tye and her cozy secluded piece of the desert. Don’t fight for spots at Joshua tree that are tiny and have you close to many others. Camp with Tye and relax!
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Michelle
March 2025
Weekend Trip to NowHere Drive Inn
My goodness did this place deliver above and beyond my already high expectations. This was a surprise getaway for my boyfriend’s birthday and it was more than perfect. He said this was the best birthday he’s ever had.
This place was the perfect balance of rustic and comfort. Our host Moira definitely did her due diligence providing us with a variety helpful tools. There was even a portable generator in case you might be worried about charging things. One thing worth mentioning is the bathroom situation. There is no plumbing system, but they do provide dry toilet with sawdust to add into it. Was not a problem for us but it would be good to consider if that is something you would be comfortable with. With that being said, we would definitely come back and stay longer and recommend it as well.
Thank you Moira for create such a great place and sharing it with all of us.
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Patty
February 2025
Tent
We made a last minute instant booking with Tye. Super duper last minute. She was very responsive and helpful when it came to finding the site. When we showed up and met her, she was so hospitable and sweet. A great host. She showed us around and then we got settled in. We had a little bonfire and roasted some weenies. It was pretty far from neighboring properties. We loved that. We were just trying to get away from the city and spend some time alone off-grid for my pal’s birthday. It was just the getaway that we needed. We will definitely be back in a couple months. You’ve gotta check this place out!
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Peter
February 2025
Weekend Trip to NowHere Drive Inn
Windy’s spot was such a great site to call base during the holiday weekend. Very cozy and romantic. Plenty of blankets were provided so did not get cold at all during our stay! Special touches/details throughout the property made exploring so fun and whimsical!
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