Campground · CA
Indian Cove Group
CA · Joshua Tree National Park
Indian Cove Group is generally hard to book. Across the 12 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in January (10/10) and eases to its lowest in July (2/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (January), arrivals are lightest on Wednesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 13 RV sites
- Max RV length 24 ft
Activities: HIKING, RANGER STATION, ROCK CLIMBING, AMPHITHEATER, CAMPING, DAY USE AREA, EVENING PROGRAMS
How much does it cost to camp at Indian Cove Group?
Park Entrance Fee is not required at Indian Cove Campground; entering the main portion of the park requires a $30/vehicle fee in addition to the camping fee. Group Site Fees are $35 or $40/night depending on capacity. Failure to notify the campground 760-367-5554 prior to 12:00 noon the day following scheduled arrival may result in your reservation being cancelled.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.