Cottonwood Campground

    Cottonwood Springs, California
    NPS · Joshua Tree National Park
    $
    Seasonal
    62 Sites

    Cottonwood Campground is a campground in Cottonwood Springs, California with 62 sites, priced around $, open Seasonal. Hookups are not confirmed, call ahead and tents are welcome, and the nearby 4x4 trails below are ranked by straight-line distance from the campground.

    About This Campground

    The Cottonwood Campground is reservation only and has 62 sites, potable water and flush toilets. The Campground is near the Cottonwood Visitor Center in the southeast part of the park. The closest metropolitan area is Indio about 30 miles away. Cottonwood Campground fees will increase to $35 per site starting January 1, 2025. Cottonwood Group Campground fees will increase to $55 per site starting January 1, 2025.

    Amenities & Features

    Full Hookups (Electric/Water/Sewer): not confirmed, call ahead
    Electric & Water: not confirmed, call ahead
    Tent Camping Allowed
    Seasonal Operation

    Location

    Cottonwood Campground

    Cottonwood Springs, California 92277

    GPS Coordinates: 33.74488, -115.81283

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    Trails from This Camp

    Ocotillo Wells SVRA

    Ocotillo Wells SVRA

    Borrego Springs, CA
    Easy
    Park
    45 mi (straight-line)4.4
    Unlimited
    Anza-Borrego Desert Trails

    Anza-Borrego Desert Trails

    Borrego Springs, CA
    Moderate
    Overlanding
    51 mi (straight-line)4.6
    500+ miles | Sea level - 6,000 ft
    Johnson Valley OHV

    Johnson Valley OHV

    Lucerne Valley, CA
    Moderate
    Park
    60 mi (straight-line)4.7
    Unlimited

    Straight-line distance. Check the map for drive time.

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    Quick Info

    Sites
    62
    Price Range
    $20-40/night
    Season
    Seasonal

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    Booking Tips

    • NPS campgrounds often open reservations 6 months in advance
    • This campground operates seasonally, check exact dates before booking
    • Book early for weekend and holiday availability
    • Confirm pet policies and vehicle length limits before arriving
    Check Availability on Recreation.govVisit Campground WebsiteCall to Reserve: 760-367-3001
    Estimated Cost
    $20–40 / night

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