Indian Cove Group

Overview

Download the NPS app prior to visiting the park – trail maps and more! Indian Cove Campground lies amid the huge, steep rock formations for which Joshua Tree National Park is known. Because of its proximity to many rock climbing routes, it is a popular camping location for climbers.

Operator

National Park

Camping types

RV, Tent

Fee

From $30 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

760-367-5554

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Indian Cove Group, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Hike Fortynine Palms OasisHike · 2-3 Hours · 3.2 mi from camp

  A difficult three mile hike to a desert oasis. National Park Service

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• Boy Scout TrailHike · 1-10 Hours · 3.9 mi from camp

  Explore the Wonderland of Rocks on the Boy Scout Trail. National Park Service

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• Hike Willow HoleHike · 3-5 Hours · 3.9 mi from camp

  Enjoy a scenic hike into the Wonderland of Rocks. National Park Service

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• Hike Wall Street MillHike · 45-120 Minutes · 4.6 mi from camp

  A moderate two mile out and back hike to an old mill site. National Park Service

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• Indian Cove TrailHike · 30-45 Minutes · 0.6 mi from camp

  An easy .6 mile loop in Indian Cove. National Park Service

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• Barker Dam LoopHike · 1.1 mi long · 30-60 Minutes · 4.4 mi from camp

  Enjoy an easy 1.1 mile hike on the Barker Dam Nature Trail. National Park Service

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Scenic sights

• Moosedog TowerPeak · 3,517 ft · 0.5 mi from campShow on map
• Queen MountainPeak · 5,636 ft · 4.3 mi from campShow on map
• SunsetViewpoint · 4.1 mi from campShow on map
• Keys View (accessible)Viewpoint · 11.6 mi from campShow on map

Climbing and snow sports

• Rock Climbing in Indian CoveClimbing · 0.1 mi from camp

  Indian Cove offers a wide range of popular technical rock climbing routes. National Park Service

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• Bouldering Near Barker DamClimbing · 4.7 mi from camp

  Barker Dam offers a wide range of popular bouldering problems. National Park Service

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• Rock Climbing at Echo TClimbing · 4.8 mi from camp

  Echo T offers a wide range of popular technical rock climbing routes. National Park Service

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Trail and sight data: National Park Service and OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.