QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Can I make changes to my current reservation at your campground?
If you need to make any changes to your reservation, you will need to submit a form on our Change a Reservation page. Your request should be submitted before 12 PM the day prior to your reservation.
Can I have my mail/packages sent to the campground?
Unfortunately, no you may not send your mail or have packages delivered to our address. You must send all items to the Joshua Tree Post Office. Please format your shipping address as follows:
(YOUR NAME)
General Delivery
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Do you have any COVID-19-specific policies to help keep guests safe?
We are encouraging partially and unvaccinated guests to have face coverings on while at the office and have them on-hand while walking around the campground and lake.
How far are you from Joshua Tree National Park?
JT Lake and RV Campground is 9 miles from the West Entrance Visitors Center on Park Blvd. It takes approximately 20 minutes to reach both the North and West Entrances from our Campground.
Can I shower, but not stay overnight?
Yes, our shower facility is open for showering 12 PM - Sunset for a $10 fee/person. This grants 30 min of property access for our restroom and shower facilities. After 30 minutes, you will be required to pay for Day Use.
Towel rentals are available for a $5 deposit. $3 cashback is given when the towel is returned to the office after your shower use
Are pets allowed?
Yes, your friendly pet is welcome for a fee. A maximum of two(2) dogs are permitted / site. Please keep dogs leashed on the grounds at all times. Kindly pick up all of their deposits. Pets are not permitted to enter the water of the fishing lake.
Is Wi-Fi available at the Campground?
Yes, Wi-Fi is provided by a separate company and a service fee is charged for its use.
We do not control the rates, speed, or troubleshooting for the service.
For questions or support, contact Mojave Wi-Fi, regarding Mojo Hotspots via their website
www.mojavewifi.com or mojohelp@mojohotspots.com
Can I drive my private Golf Cart or any other motorized equipment around the property?
Unfortunately, no, you can not due to insurance liability. Please do not bring them while camping with us.
Can I fly my Drone or RC airplane/helicopter?
We do not allow anyone to fly any type of equipment over our property unless permission is given to you by Management/Owners. Please ask office staff about any questions/concerns. You will be asked to provide a flying license.
Do you have a Swimming Pool/ can I swim in the Lake?
Unfortunately, we do not have a swimming pool and the lake is considered "no contact". This means no boating, swimming, wading, or any entry of any kind. We offer fishing from the lake shoreline.
Do I need a fishing license?
No, you do not need a license. We are a private fishing lake.
Are there fishing poles to rent?
Update: Pole Rentals are not available.
Do you have fishing bait?
Yes, in the Camp Office.
Can I have guests visit me at my campsite?
Yes, guests are welcome. Every vehicle will need to stop at the camp office to register, pay the day use fee and will receive a car tag. Visitation hours are 8:30 AM to 10 PM. All guests that remain onsite after 10 PM will be considered camping and are responsible to pay the camp fees. The person registered for camping will be responsible for informing guests about camp policies.
Can I check in after-hours?
At this time, we are asking for late arrivals to give us prior notice as we shut the gates upon closing time. Guests will have to call our security line at (760) 366-1213 ext 5 for after-hours entry or exit.
Do you have availability?
Unless otherwise stated on our Blackout dates, we have 60 tent sites without amenities. In addition, there are 44 RV sites with water and power and 9 Dry campsites where generators can be used until our quiet hours.
Are fires allowed?
Yes in designated burn barrels only. Please no ground fires or burning pallets. We do experience high winds at times and do suspend campfires and BBQs. Please ask when checking in
Can I take commercial/professional photos with/without models?
Photoshoots on our property are allowed with permission and appointment only. A fee will be charged, to be determined by Management/Owner at the time of the Photoshoot. Please email us at joshuatreelakerv@gmail.com for appointments. You may be asked to sign a permission form upon arrival. Thank you for respecting our private property.
Do you allow long-term stays/what is the maximum number of days I can stay?
Tent and RV Dry (boondock) campers are welcome to stay for a maximum of 4 nights per month. RVs with hookups can register for long-term stays with us. For information/rates about staying longer than 6 days in an RV site with hookups, please email us at joshuatreelakerv@gmail.com. Please include the dates you would like to arrive and depart. Please be aware that there are a number of events that happen on-site every year and our long-term guests do have to vacate the property at those times.
Can I set up a pool or similar water feature in my campsite?
Unfortunately, no. We do not allow such items due to the insurance liability risk it poses. You will be asked to drain it into the plants around your site if you attempt to set up a pool or water feature.