California / Riverside County / Joshua Tree National Park

Hidden Valley Campground

Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Sites fill quickly during the high season from October through May. There is a 30-day annual camping limit, with only 14 consecutive nights allowed during October through May. No water is available on-site.

About

Hidden Valley Campground is a 44-site first-come, first-served campground located in the north-central area of Joshua Tree National Park. Nestled among dramatic boulder formations and Joshua trees, the campground offers close access to popular climbing areas, Barker Dam, and the Hidden Valley Nature Trail. Sites fill quickly, especially during the high season from October through May. The campground provides basic amenities including picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. There is no water available, so campers must bring an adequate supply. RVs and trailers are limited to a combined maximum length of 24 feet due to the narrow roads and tight turns. Each site accommodates up to six people, three tents, and two vehicles, though many sites have parking for only one vehicle. To claim a site, campers must occupy it by setting up a tent or leaving personal items, then proceed to an entrance station within one hour to register and pay. If arriving after entrance stations close, payment can be made the following morning. The campground operates under a 30-day annual camping limit, with only 14 of those nights allowed during the high-use period from October through May.

Directions

Hidden Valley Campground is off of Park Boulevard approximately 14 miles from the town of Joshua Tree. The campground is located near Barker Dam and the Hidden Valley Nature Trail. If entering from the West Entrance in Joshua Tree, continue for about 10 miles. The campground will be on your left. If entering from the North Entrance in Twentynine Palms, proceed for about 16 miles on Park Boulevard and the campground will be on your right.

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