Terms & Conditions
JOSHUA TREE LAKE TERMS AND CONDITIONS
ALL GUESTS MUST HAVE A SIGNED COPY ON FILE
Campground Office Hours:
SUNDAY-THURSDAY
8:30 AM-8:00 PM
FRIDAY-SATURDAY
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
CHECK-IN:
12 PM
CHECKOUT
11 AM
JOSHUA TREE LAKE, RV & CAMPGROUND
2601 SUNFAIR ROAD
JOSHUA TREE, CA 92252
(760) 366-1213 - extension 6 for the campground office
(DO NOT USE GPS TO LOCATE US TO AVOID UNPAVED ROADS, TRAVEL DIRECTIONS ARE LOCATED ON OUR WEBSITE UNDER THE "GETTING HERE" TAB: https://www.joshuatreelake.com/getting-here )
ATTENTION: DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL. PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING EMAIL FOR INTERACTION WITH THE CAMPGROUND: joshuatreelakerv@gmail.com
USE THIS LINK FOR A GUIDE OF JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK:
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1877/7493/files/Joshua_Tree_Lake_RV_-_Joshua_Tree_National_Park_Itinerary_230107LC.pdf?v=1673915343
Required information that you must have upon check-in:
*IDs for everyone over 18 years old
*Vehicle make/model/plate number
IF YOU REQUIRE LATE CHECK-IN OR CHECKOUT, PLEASE SEND US AN EMAIL TO SET UP SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS. PLEASE ALLOW US AT LEAST 2 DAYS NOTICE OR CHANGES VIA EMAIL, IF POSSIBLE.
**REFUNDS MUST BE REQUESTED BY EMAIL ONLY NO LATER THAN 12 PM PST THE DAY PRIOR TO YOUR RESERVATION DATE. A $10 PROCESSING FEE WILL BE WITHHELD FROM ALL REFUNDS. USE OUR CANCELLATION NOTICE FORM FOUND HERE: www.joshuatreelake.com/refund-policy OR SEND AN EMAIL TO US AT joshuatreelakerv@gmail.com~PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR NAME, RESERVATION DATES, AND CONFIRMATION NUMBER~
NO MAIL DELIVERY AVAILABLE TO CAMPGROUND, PLEASE SEND ALL PACKAGES/POST VIA GENERAL DELIVERY TO THE JOSHUA TREE POST OFFICE:
(YOUR NAME)
GENERAL DELIVERY
61416 HWY 62,
JOSHUA TREE, CA 92252
*IN THE EVENT THAT YOU DO NOT ARRIVE FOR YOUR RESERVATION, NOR ALERT US TO ANY CHANGES IN THE ALLOTTED TIME FRAME, YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR YOUR STAY.
OUR RATES & POLICIES MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
ANY NEGLIGENT CONDUCT, VANDALISM, OR DAMAGE TO CAMPGROUND PROPERTY THAT IS CAUSED BY YOU OR YOUR PARTY WILL RESULT IN REMOVAL FROM THE PROPERTY W/O REFUND. YOU WILL BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY / ALL DAMAGES, AND WILL BE BILLED ACCORDINGLY. THIS INCLUDES MISUSE OF WASTE DISPOSAL SPACES, RESULTING IN WASTE MESS / BIOHAZARD CLEAN-UP.
PLEASE BE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR PROPERTY AND YOUR SAFETY. WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES.
CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 12 PM. CHECK-OUT IS AT 11 AM. LATE ARRIVALS AND LATE CHECKOUTS SHOULD BE ARRANGED VIA EMAIL PRIOR TO YOUR ARRIVAL FOR US TO BEST ASSIST YOUR NEEDS.
ALL NON-CAMPING VISITORS MUST REGISTER AT THE OFFICE AND PAY DAY-USE FEE. CAR TAGS ARE ISSUED TO ALL GUESTS. VISITOR HOURS ARE FROM 8:30 am TO 8 pm. GUESTS ONSITE AFTER 8 pm WILL BE EXPECTED TO PAY CAMPING FEES.
ALL RV’s MUST BE OPERATIONAL. GUESTS MUST PROVIDE CURRENT COPIES OF VEHICLE REGISTRATION AND INSURANCE UPON REQUEST.
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY, AT EACH SITE, IS 6 PEOPLE UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED BY J.T.L.
TENT CAMPING IS NOT PERMITTED IN RV SITES, NOR IS PLACING STAKES IN THE GROUND DUE TO DAMAGES THIS CAUSES.
CHILDREN MUST HAVE ADULT SUPERVISION AT ALL TIMES WHEN NEAR THE LAKE.
ALL FIRES MUST BE CONTAINED INSIDE THE BURN BARRELS. DO NOT LEAVE FIRES UNATTENDED.
SHOWERS ARE FOR REGISTERED GUESTS AND PAYING "WALK-INS" ONLY.
PLEASE DON'T WASH DISHES OR CLOTHES IN THE BATHROOMS OR SHOWERS. FAUCETS, OR CLEANING STATION.
PLEASE KEEP PETS ON A LEASH AT ALL TIMES AND PICK UP THEIR DEPOSITS. PETS ARE AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE AND CAN BE PAID FOR ON YOUR RESERVATION.
MANAGEMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REMOVE ABANDONED VEHICLES FROM THE GROUNDS AT OWNERS EXPENSE.
RUDE, EXCESSIVE, OR DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE WITHOUT A REFUND.
PLEASE RESPECT YOUR NEIGHBORS WITH REGARDS TO NOISE AND DUST.
OUR POLICIES MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
WE DO NOT ALLOW DRONES TO BE FLOWN ONSITE WITHOUT PERMISSION FROM OUR MANAGEMENT/OWNERS. SEE OFFICE STAFF FOR ANY QUESTIONS/CONCERNS
MANAGEMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE TO ANYONE AT ANYTIME.
THE USE OF FIREARMS, BB/PELLET GUNS, BOW AND ARROWS, AND SLINGSHOTS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE GROUNDS.
FIREWORKS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED IN SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, WHERE THE CAMPGROUND IS LOCATED.
FISHING IS CLOSED DUE TO MAINTENANCE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE, NO SWIMMING OR WADING IN THE LAKE.
PLEASE BE MINDFUL OF THE "LOCAL" REPTILES, INSECTS, COYOTES, AND WILDLIFE THAT CALL THE DESERT THEIR HOME.
PLEASE REPORT ANY ENCOUNTERS/PROBLEMS SO THAT WE MAY PROPERLY ADDRESS THE SITUATION.
DO NOT MOVE TABLES OR FIRE BARRELS.
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.
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 2 PM - 7 PM 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. If you have more than 2, please confirm with Office staff at (760)366-1213 ext 6 to confirm that more pets are OK. 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. When fishing eventually reopens, We offer fishing from the lake shoreline.
Do I need a fishing license?
When fishing eventually reopens, No, you do not need a license. We are a private fishing lake.
Are there fishing poles to rent?
Pole Rentals not available at this time.
Do you have fishing bait?
When fishing eventually reopens, 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.
We appreciate your cooperation and hope you have a great stay!