Belle Campground
Open and operating first-come, first-served. The campground closes temporarily during summer months. Park-wide campfire ban in effect June 15 through October 1.
Flood Watch issued October 9 at 9:37PM PDT until October 11 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of southern California, including the following areas, Chiriaco Summit, Joshua Tree NP East and Joshua Tree NP West. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel will lead to multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms from Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon. Moderate to locally heavy rainfall with localized rainfall rates up to one inch per hour will be possible at times, which may lead to localized flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 9 at 12:44PM PDT until October 11 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Imperial County Southwest, Salton Sea, Chiriaco Summit, Joshua Tree NP East, and Joshua Tree NP West. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 5 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne.
About
Belle Campground offers 18 first-come, first-served campsites surrounded by the distinctive boulder formations that define Joshua Tree National Park. Located off Pinto Basin Road between the North and South entrances, the campground provides excellent westward views perfect for watching desert sunsets. Sites feature picnic tables and fire pits, with vault toilets available year-round. This is a primitive campground with no water or hookups. Campers must bring all drinking water and supplies. To secure a site, locate an empty spot, occupy it with a tent or personal items, then proceed to an entrance station within one hour to complete registration and pay the $25 nightly fee. Late arrivals may defer payment until morning. A few sites (2, 4, 6-8, and 14-18) can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet overall length including towed vehicles. Generator use is restricted to 7-9 am, noon-2 pm, and 5-7 pm. The campground closes temporarily during summer months and campfires are prohibited park-wide from June 15 through October 1.
Directions
From the North Entrance: Continue along Park Blvd and turn left onto Pinto Basin Road. Drive approximately 1.5 miles south and turn left into Belle Campground at the sign. From the West Entrance: Drive along Park Blvd and turn right onto Pinto Basin Road, then turn left at the Belle Campground sign. From the South: Drive north on Pinto Basin Road and turn right at Belle Campground.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| jotr_info@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (760) 367-5500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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