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Brent
2 weeks ago
20 ft campervan
With pets
Such a great spot! Easy check in and friendly hosts that have done a great job setting up the sites. We will definitely be back.
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Troy
2 weeks ago
21 ft travel trailer
Peace and Quiet. For being close to town we could not hear anything. Very well maintained property. While we didn't use the fire pit it was nice. We enjoyed beautiful nights under the stars and unwinding.
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Yasemen
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
The private campsite had a clean bathroom, and the host was very thoughtful and kind with their messages. We really liked the setup overall.
But after around 9–10 PM, there were so many dog noises that it became really hard to get my little girls to sleep in the tent. At one point we almost packed up and left, because we kept hearing 10–15 different sounds and we honestly couldn’t tell if they were dogs, coyotes, or something else. It felt like they might come close to the tent, and that really scared us.
We also noticed what looked like dog urine around the site. We’re not pet owners, so that was uncomfortable for us. It could have been from wild coyotes, so I don’t want to blame the host, but the nonstop dog/coyote noises went on for hours and we couldn’t sleep.
There were also a lot of motorcycles in the area, and some were riding even late at night.
We left the campsite cleaner than we found it, but unfortunately, because of the nighttime dog/coyote noises, we don’t think we would return.
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Erica
3 weeks ago
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Norm
3 weeks ago
Tent
My 13 year old son and I had a great time at the upper camp. There was a great fire ring, and picnic table. The site was clean and exactly as described. I would highly recommend staying here. It's a short drive to Joshua Tree National Park.
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Scott
October 2025
16 ft car
It was in the same area as the Highway 62 Art Tour sites (weekends Oct 1 - 21) and not far from Joshua Tree National Park. There are a couple of houses within 1/2 mile. I enjoyed staying there and the dark night sky and the stars.
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Jessica
October 2025
21 ft Class B
The Lower Ambassador site exceeded our expectations! The location was perfect — close enough to town and the park for easy access, yet secluded enough to enjoy the wildlife and the peaceful silence of the trees and stars at night. The views of the skyline and surrounding landscape were incredible, allowing us to take in both sunrise and sunset in total tranquility. It truly elevated our experience. If we’re ever in the area again, we will absolutely come back!
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Alexa
June 2025
Tent
Private area with a beautiful atmosphere. Surrounded by vineyards and cypress trees around your camp spot! Table area provided was wonderful! The string lights above the venue could not be more perfect! I was so in love with this stay!
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Arnulfo
May 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Great spot just off the town—perfect for a quick weekend getaway with easy access to towns and the national park. We booked last minute over a holiday weekend, and the owner was responsive. The site was flat and easy to access with any vehicle; our rooftop tent setup worked well.
Went with family and our dog—had a great time. Even with a large group at the other site, it still felt private. Beautiful sunsets and stargazing at night. Some distant dog barking overnight, and a stray wandered by in the morning but left quickly. Overall, highly recommend and would return.
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Payton
May 2025
Tent
I loved camping at Claribel’s land!! The directions were very clear, the campsite was clean and the toilet was nearby. It was perfectly secluded with a few neighboring houses nearby. We would camp here again in a heartbeat!
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Hannah
April 2025
Tent
Group trip
Such a fun little place to camp! There was another group camping at site 1 but they were far enough away that it still felt like having the entire place to ourselves! I would definitely recommend staying here if you are headed to Joshua Tree!
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Jack
April 2025
18 ft campervan
I enjoyed a great host at conveniently located property.
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Erika
April 2025
Tent
Group trip
This camp spot was awesome for our group of 5! We loved being surrounded by Joshua trees. The area was super quiet and the stars were incredible. It was a short drive into town and to the park. There’s even a great hidden sculpture garden near by. I would definitely love to come back.
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Ron
April 2025
10 ft pop-up camper
Wow, 1000% unexpectedly amazing. The place is a magical wonderland and the hosts are extremely kind and accommodating. We could not have asked for a better place to camp in our little VW. We literally woke up to hot Ir balloons surrounding us and the most peaceful stay that we have had in years. We will be back! Thank you so much!
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Hannah
April 2025
23 ft campervan
Wow, I had an incredible stay here! The property itself is absolutely magical, and I stayed in one of the private circles, surrounded by beautiful trees and vines which was so peaceful. The hosts are so lovely, and the wine is top notch! I bought a few bottles and my favorite was the Scottish Red. Seriously couldn’t recommend this place more highly and will absolutely stay here again when I’m in the area!
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Rick
April 2025
25 ft Class A
Absolute Gem of a spot for self contained Glamping. Right in the heart of Temecula with 2 wineries whithin a 10-15 min walk.
Spread out over the families 18 acres there are three separate private camps wonderfully decorated in wine country style and nestled whithin the Vinyards to choose from. We stayed on the upper bluff where views were spectacular. Colorful solar powered lamps creatively used in the circle made for an enjoyable evening show as well.
The hosts Fernando and Steve provided excellent communication and a pleasure to talk to. Will certainly be back for more.
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Laura
April 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
The place is amazing, we definitely need to go back, one night was not enough. Only RVs no bathroom available. Being your own propane for fireplace.
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Emre
March 2025
Tent
Group trip
Great location! Still a bit surrounded by distant houses but secluded enough for camping privacy. Felt secure and serene. Hopefully you get better weather than my friend and I did! We still had a blast nonetheless. Very good for stargazing as well :)
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Amy
February 2025
31 ft toy hauler
Beautiful spot! Had some of the best sunsets and sunrise views. Upon arrival we were greeted by the neighbor dog. He scared me at first, because he was barking at us. We think he really just wanted to say hi and play. He went home pretty shortly after and we didn’t see him the rest of the weekend. We had our 31’ toy hauler and it was a really tight maneuvering pulling around campsite B. We didn’t use the fire pit or benches because It’s was pretty windy the first night and the 2nd night we got back too late to use it. One of the neighbors has a dirt track, so Saturday night they seemed to be riding on the track till about 3 am. The noise was not too bad, but we were indoors with our sound machine on. Great location to both yucca valley and Joshua tree.
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Brian
February 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
We stayed at the Desert Ambassador Upper Site in a 20-foot camper van, and it was a great experience. Even arriving at night, the site was easy to find. Two-wheel drive vehicles should watch for soft sand, but overall, navigation was simple. The road is a bit bumpy, but driving slow makes it manageable.
The location is quiet and feels remote, though you can see some city lights and a few nearby houses. Noise wasn’t an issue, and we still felt secluded. The deck was a fantastic touch—we parked right beside it, and it worked perfectly for setting up a Gazelle tent for our six-year-old son and two small dogs.
The views were breathtaking, and while we didn’t see as many stars due to clouds and the moon, this would be a great spot for stargazing on a clear night. There’s also a fire pit, which we didn’t use but was nice to have.
A major plus is the convenience of nearby stores—Walmart is just 1.5 miles away, making it easy to grab anything you need.
Overall, this was a fantastic campsite, and we’ll definitely return, hopefully on a clearer night. Highly recommend for a peaceful desert getaway!
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