Joshua Tree Private Campsite

98%

55 reviews

· Coachella, Riverside, California · 20 acres

Hosted by Benjamin A.

RV/tent site

· 12 guests max

Near Joshua Tree National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Cottonwood Visitor Center.

Benjamin is a Star Host

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All to yourself

98% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

One mile from Joshua Tree National Park southern entrance. Beautiful desert landscape nestled in by mountains. Private serene and spiritual land. Come get enlightened.Happy to announce a completely private camping experience! Just you and your invited guests/crew. Made this decision based on campers staying by themselves and having outstanding positive feedback. Make all the noise you want while not having to worry about any neighbors. World class stargazing, no light pollution. Guests have been posting amazing shots, much appreciated. Really incredible how many stars come out. Sandy areas to pitch your tent next to many Jacob Trees (Ocotillos) for natural shade. Also brand new custom shade, look at the pictures! Blocks 80% of the sun's UV rays. There is now a dry outhouse! See the pictures. Bring your own TP and glad trash bags. Please store and take waste with you, no exceptions! Leave it clean for the next guest please. Park at your campsite. Set up next to the fire pit, under the shade. Raw and rugged, surrounded by endless nature. 360° view of mountains. World class hiking, many summits to choose from nearby. You will have cell phone reception to stay connected. All carriers work. Truly enjoy the quiet. Only sound out here is the wind. The tranquility is healing. Perfect for soul searching. Get away from civilization. Endless flora and fauna to observe and enjoy. Be aware of the baby flora, can be overlooked and stepped on. Bring your own firewood. 20 acre private property. Surrounded by Orocopia Mountains as backyard and Joshua Tree National Park across the freeway. Southern entrance to the park is the next exit over, 5 miles away from Chiriaco Summit exit. ####################################################### Dirt easement road about 3.5 miles, 15 minutes from gas station to property. 4x4 or AWD vehicles only, Red Canyon Jeep Trail. Please practice safe camping and fire etiquette. Will be navigating you to the campsite from the Chiriaco Summit Chevron by phone. Really flexible about arrival times. Please feel free to ask questions at any time. Part of your stay will go to a family affected by Autism. Nationalparkstraveler.org/2019/01/day-park-joshua-tree-national-park

RV details

Campervans and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 6 metres allowed

4x4 or AWD only! Take a picture of your car and post it! Be proud of your off road capable vehicle.

Pull-in unit

4x4 or AWD only! Take a picture of your car and post it! Be proud of your off road capable vehicle.

Surface type: Grass or field

Surface levelness: Flat

No Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, and Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space)

Doesn't accommodate slideouts

4x4 or AWD only! Take a picture of your car and post it! Be proud of your off road capable vehicle.

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

12 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit, private

Toilet available

Portable toilet. Portable toilet sitting in an outhouse off the ground. Replacement waste bags for every party.

Pets allowed

On leash

Drinking water available

Bottled water or jugs

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 12:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Super Strict (30 Days)

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

4WD required

During your trip

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

98% Recommend63 ratings · 55 reviews

This campsite offers a truly secluded experience, ideal for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. The stars overhead are a standout feature, providing a breathtaking celestial display. While the journey to the site involves navigating a tricky off-road path requiring a 4x4 vehicle, many have found the remote location to be worth the effort. It's a place where you can enjoy the quietness of nature, though be prepared for the rugged terrain and the lack of modern amenities.

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Mixed feelings

· April 2025

3 m campervan · With kids

The site was incredible. Very private. Well maintained. The stars at night were unbelievable. The host was responsive, available, and helpful. The challenge was getting to and from the site. It is along a narrow dirt road that is rutted out in many spots and best suited for a jeep or atv. We were in a sprinter van with 4WD and given size and weight of vehicle the drive was sketchy and very very slow going, and the beautiful cacti lining the road scratched the heck out of our van. We won’t forget the experience, but would not return.

Erica F.

5 reviews

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· November 2024

Awesome spot!!

Tent · Group trip

Me and my 3 friends tent camped here and it was awesome! The stars are so clear out there and there are plenty of mountains to climb. As the description says, a 4x4 vehicle is definitely required as there are 2 pretty steep hills that a normal car couldn’t handle. The fire pit is very large, and it even has an elevated platform that can swivel over the fire so you can place a pan and cook things. There was no outhouse but it wasn’t much of a problem because there’s a gas station about 15-20 minutes away. Overall, such a cool place and would definitely go back.

Anthony A.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Awesome Trip!

5 m campervan

Amazing site, totally secluded from everything but the desert and the stars. A fun and legitimate 4WD trail to get there, but easy enough to navigate. Benjamin was super responsive. Highly recommended!

Greg S.

3 reviews

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· May 2024

Tent · With kids

Perfectly private. Our family did some little hikes around camp and star gazed.

Sten L.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· April 2024

4 m campervan · With pets

We had such an amazing time! This property is magical and we are completely in love with this spot. Being out there all on our own with great hills to climb and rocks to explore was exactly what our family needed to unplug and relax. Seriously a slice of heaven. We'll be back and thanks for sharing it with us!!

Adam H.

2 reviews

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· March 2024

Beautiful, secluded campsite

Tent

Benjamin was very helpful in guiding us to his property, it’s a good distance away from the road but had zero issues with his directions. The campsite was really clean and very peaceful and private. Would definitely visit again

Alyssa E.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· March 2024

Tent · With kids

It was exactly what we wanted for a remote campsite. It was a beautiful setting and Benjamin was very helpful with directions and any other questions we had. We only stayed 1 night but would love to bring our whole family out for a longer stay. There is plenty of small dead brush to burn for a campfire, but it burns quickly, and I will bring some of my own larger fire logs for our next visit.

Robert B.

2 reviews

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· March 2024

Solitary bliss

Tent

Benjamin's property was amazing and very private, so good we didn't ever leave because there was so much to explore around us. I would recommend walking through some of the dry gorges running between the larger hills and mountains. We made fires each night and played our music as loud as we wanted, definitely a great perk being so isolated! Be careful if you hike up any of the taller mountains nearby, the gravel is very loose and we had some scary moments (it looks tame when you're going up!). I also would not recommend driving in with a smaller SUV, we drove in on a Tesla Model Y and it was tough to get in, though not impossible. Would highly recommend and I would come back in a heartbeat!

Drew D.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· February 2024

Tent · Group trip

Went great, no one for miles! It’s prefect to get away from it all for a while.

Ben K.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· December 2023

Tent

A great spot, isolated and yet fairly quick trip to 10-FWY and supplies. Gorgeous hills, spectacular moonrise. About one hour drive to enter Joshua Tree Park for hiking and sights.

Jeffrey H.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· December 2023

Private & Peaceful! 😌

5 m car

Perfect place for a pop-up tent campsite! Benjamin was thorough with his directions and was easy to communicate with! Took around 15-20 minutes to get to the campsite and we loved the trail to the site just as much as the site itself! It was so nice to runaway from densely populated San Diego and enjoy some peace and quiet in the desert. We loved how private it was & was close to the south entrance of Joshua Tree :) thank you Benjamin!!

Kari M.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2023

Tent

Our plans changed and Benjamin was outstandingly friendly and accommodating. It's nice to have a warm spirit tending such important land!

Tony R.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· May 2023

5 m campervan

Super quiet site. Ben’s directions (as we drove in) were perfect. He obviously loves the area and his site!!

Sherri R.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· March 2023

Great Joshua Tree Adjacent Site

Tent · Group trip

Fantastic secluded campsite. Benjamin was a great host and guide and the site is a truly unique experience in Joshua tree. Quiet, far from the highway with hikeable terrain and rock formations.

Nathan F.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· March 2023

Great spot

Tent

Place is great. Beautiful and secluded. Exactly what I needed.

Arthur M.

3 reviews

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· January 2023

Tent

Benjamin is an excellent host. He sent navigation pins to show the way and even stayed with me by phone until I reached the campsite safely. The site is simple, clean, and beautiful.

Oliver B.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· November 2022

Tent

Truth be told, I was apprehensive about this spot. We were only there for one night so $115 after taxes & fees seemed expensive for what you get (a patch of land w/ a fire pit). Didn't have friends to split with so...it was pricey. But having the whole place to yourself plus that amazing off roading experience made it all worth it. Good: -Huge land to explore. I'm sure you can find a new trail every day (Even Ben, the owner, hasn't finished exploring everything yet!) -off roading trail. I just bought my Crosstrek and was itching to use it outside. This route was everything I needed -Ben is such an awesome person. His excitement and enthusiasm is infectious. So so: There's a shade structure but the I'm guessing strong winds were to blame for the bent metal pipes. We needed to be creative with where and how you tighten to get the car under the shade. I did a few taut line hitches that held up perfectly during my stay but honestly unsure if it's still up 😅. The property also has a "bathroom" but it's just a toilet seat on a stand. Didn't end up using since nature was more convenient than lugging my pee back home HAHAHA It's also far from the main section of the park so if you were planning to camp here, go to the park, then drive back, make sure you give ample time to return before nightfall. Hard to drive that road if you're unfamiliar

Jashmyn G.

3 reviews

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· November 2022

Tent · Group trip

Great spot! Great host! Awesome opportunity to recharge away from it all.

James C.

2 reviews

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· September 2022

Unique experience

5 m Class B · With pets

Truly a unique experience. Quiet and private patch of desert out in the middle of nowhere yet only 25Min from the main road. Host was awesome guiding us all the way. 4x4 and ok with driving on rough road is a must. We had a 4x4 sprinter van and it was ok

Mike O.

3 reviews

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· June 2022

Host was amazingly helpful. The site was fantastic and just as described.

Chris F.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· April 2022

Tent · With pets

Great layout with plenty of privacy and excellent views for camping. Need 4WD, but worth it if you can get out there.

Lukas G.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· March 2022

All in all, great spot!

Tent

Our stay was wonderful! Extremely secluded from the outside world, which is exactly what we needed. The stars were PHENOMENAL. We definitely recommend this campsite. Benjamin was great to speak with on the phone, and directions were clear. Definitely need the 4x4, no joke. We had fun driving our jeep and exploring on the jeep trails. Until next time! 💫

Ro B.

3 reviews

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· February 2022

Group trip

My son and I absolutely loved the campsite. It’s like you’re all alone and the only ones in the world. It’s quiet and peaceful. It’s a trek to get to the site but a fun drive. I would absolutely stay here again. It’s a very special spot.

Sina M.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· December 2021

Group trip

Good remote site with nice hikes and views.

Luis C.

3 reviews

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· November 2021

Group trip

Had a great time. Really quiet and secluded. Great hiking all around. Definitely need a 4x4 to get in. Night time campfires were awesome. Beautiful skies.

Grant S.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· November 2021

Group trip

Great site, definitely need the 4x4 drive! Totally alone!

James C.

2 reviews

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· November 2021

Perfect campsite for group

Group trip

Definitely for 4 wheel drive but once we got there it was super fun and private spot which was perfect for a large group. Will definitely try to come back soon!

Natalie C.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· October 2021

Four wheeling to Good times!

Group trip

Benjamin was straight up with everything. He let me know that you basically need a 4WD to get to the site. His directions were perfect. The site has a nice shade to stay out of the sun and an outhouse (bring your GLAD Bags). In the evening we caught a beautiful horizon to horizon sunset.

Je D.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· April 2021

I would def stay

Group trip

Amazing place. It was perfect for the stargazing adventure we had at Benjamin’s place.

Matthew J.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· April 2021

Quiet and a quick respite

Group trip

It’s a great place to stay—relatively close to getting on and off the freeway without the noise. Lots of stars! Very primitive, which is our scene. Lots of space and we had it all to ourselves, so even better! AWD is a good idea, but even more importantly, a little bit of clearance in your vehicle is good. (We drive an Audi wagon, and that was fine.)