Palm's Ranch

89%

24 reviews

· Yucca Valley, San Bernardino, California · 5 acres

Hosted by Lisa P.

Motorhome/tent pitch

· 16 guests max

Near Joshua Tree National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Joshua Tree Visitor Center.

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

20 acres of untouched desert land Learn more about this land: Pull your car, truck, trailer of toys or RV on to the circular drive and private road, pitch your tents around the campfire, kickback and enjoy the 360° views of snow capped Mt Big Bear and Mt Jacinto to the west, the Mesa's own 3400ft Bartlett Mountain to the east, acres of ancient Joshua Trees, yucca plants, vibrant cholla cactus and untouched desert all around. Then prepare to be amazed by the spectacular sunset and the brilliantly starry desert night. Miles from noise and traffic yet only minutes to essential services including gas, groceries and great grub! Stop into the Mesa Market (only 1 and 1/2 miles from camp) on Yucca Mesa and Aberdeen for beer, wine, snacks, ice and smokes.. They have an awesome selection and propane refills too! Take a walking tour through the Nature Preserve in Morongo Valley's Covington Park. Stroll through the Old Town Yucca Valley and find cafes, Triangle Park, shops and unique desert ware. Check out the Hi-Desert Nature Museum, near Town Hall, too. Find local produce, art and treats at the Joshua Tree Farmers Market and shops. Visit 29 Palms for the amazing murals and test your luck at Tortoise Rock Casino. Drive into the Indian Cove entrance of Joshua Tree National Park for awesome views of the Morongo Basin, Rock Formations and an outdoor amphitheater then test your endurance on a 3 mile hike into 49 Palm's Oasis. Always check with establishments for days and times of operation. Stay on dirt roads and established driveways. Off-roading on property is not allowed. Feel free to call/text.Pull your car, truck, trailer of toys or RV on to the circular drive and private road, pitch your tents around the campfire, kickback and enjoy the 360° views of snow capped Mt Big Bear and Mt Jacinto to the west, the Mesa's own 3400ft Bartlett Mountain to the east, acres of ancient Joshua Trees, yucca plants, vibrant cholla cactus and untouched desert all around. Then prepare to be amazed by the spectacular sunset and the brilliantly starry desert night. Miles from noise and traffic yet only minutes to essential services including gas, groceries and great grub! Stop into the Mesa Market (only 1 and 1/2 miles from camp) on Yucca Mesa and Aberdeen for beer, wine, snacks, ice and smokes.. They have an awesome selection and propane refills too! Stay on dirt roads and established driveways. Off-roading on property is not allowed. Feel free to call/text with any questions.

Vehicle details

Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space), Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 13 meters allowed

Free parking on circular drive and 150 feet of parking south of drive available for your use. Plenty of room to turn around. Parking, lighted paths and tent area is dedicated to guest only, no shared spaces or other campers

Pull-through unit

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Loose gravel

Surface levelness: Requires levelling

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

See potable water instructions

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

Motorhome/tent pitch

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

16 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit, private

Pets allowed

On leash

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

No drinking water

Bring your own water

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 1:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 6 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

89% Recommend28 Ratings · 24 reviews

Camping at this site provides a mix of solitude and convenience. Many reviews highlight its peacefulness, stunning desert views, and proximity to Joshua Tree National Park, making it ideal for those who enjoy stargazing and quiet nights. However, some visitors noted disturbances from nearby residential activities, such as dirt bikes and barking dogs. Overall, it offers a basic but charming camping experience close to nature and town amenities.

Summary AI-generated from real reviews

Jaimie K.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2023

Tent · Group trip

Quiet, with beautiful views and a picnic table and fire ring perfect for cooking and hanging out. Very easy to find if you follow Lisa’s directions. Felt almost like wild camping, even though there are some neighboring houses visible in the distance.

Austin V.

7 reviews

Recommends

· October 2023

Amazing Camp

6 m campervan

Great camp. Quiet, moody, dark sky & LOTS of Joshua Trees !!

Amelie B.

3 reviews

Mixed feelings

· July 2023

Nice spot but hard to get there

5 m campervan

The spot is really nice, very close to JT national park but remote enough to enjoy the night sky. We were alone there which was a nice experience. The only thing is it was quite hard to get there with our campervan as there are no real streets and there ist a lot of sand and bumps on the way to the spot. In the dark it's almost impossible to find. Googlemaps will tell you a wrong way. Lisas descriptions were helpful though and the contact was easy and friendly. Would recommend with smaller RVs or cars and tents but not with bigger vehicles.

Carmel V.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2023

Tent · With kids

Directions from Lisa was very accurate. We went to the site at 11 pm and it was not difficult to locate. We were able to have a bonfire and really enjoyed our time there. We were able to do stargazing.

George D.

5 reviews

Recommends

· May 2023

Great stay!

5 m travel trailer

I enjoyed my stay, don’t try to use your phone it will take you to the wrong side of Inez road. The written directions u get from the host are the way to go. Peaceful, great star gazing, I had a great time!

Wes P.

2 years on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· April 2023

Looks secluded, but too noisy

Tent · Group trip

Pros: campsite was easy to book, had a picnic table, some chairs, a bench, and a fire pit. Close to town and J Tree Park Cons: one of the houses nearby has a amateur dirt bike course with some jumps and there were teenagers riding their bikes during the day and late at night the first night. Also neighborhood dogs are left in the yards at night (assuming to fend off coyotes) and barked all through the night. Too noisy of a spot for me, so can't recommend.

Location

Yucca Valley, San Bernardino, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Yuhaaviatam/Maarenga’yam (Serrano) and Newe Sogobia (Western Shoshone) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking