Joshua Tree Music Festival by RV

The 25th spring edition: four nights of music, workshops and a kids’ area in the Mojave.

Photo shows the Joshua Tree area, not the event. Photo: Jarek Tuszyński, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Dates
May 13–16, 2027 (official)
From downtown LA
132 mi · about 2 h 49 min (car, no traffic)
Venue
Joshua Tree Lake Campground, Joshua Tree
RV camping
On-site RV camping

Checked against joshuatreemusicfestival.com Oct 28, 2026.

Dates and getting there

The 25th spring edition: four nights of music, workshops and a kids’ area in the Mojave. The festival is held every May and October.

When will you attend?

Rental: pick up Wed, May 12, return Fri, May 14.

Find an RV for these dates

Drive: about 132 road miles from downtown LA, roughly 2 h 49 min by car (OSRM routing checked 2026-10-28, no traffic). Allow more in an RV.

Make it a trip: Los Angeles to Joshua Tree itinerary

RV camping at the event

On-site RV camping.

  • There are a few reserved RV sites with power (50/30/20 amp) and water, from Thursday 8 AM to Monday 11 AM; they book out early. Dry RV camping needs a Vehicle Camping Pass, priced by total length including any tow vehicle. Delivered rentals must be off the site by Monday at 11 AM. JTMF RV info

Where to stay

6 RV-friendly campgrounds within 20 mi of the venue. Drive times are OSRM car estimates from the venue, no traffic. Availability not checked; event weekends fill early.

  • Joshua Tree RV Campground, listing photo
    Photo: Campspot listing
    Joshua Tree RV CampgroundJoshua Tree · 15 min drive (3.8 mi) · Electric · RVs up to 50 ft (listing data)From $49/night listed; may change for event datesReserve on Campspot ↗
  • Indian Cove Campground, listing photo
    Photo: Recreation.gov listing
    Indian Cove CampgroundTwentynine Palms · 21 min drive (10.3 mi) · RVs up to 35 ft (listing data)From $35/night listed; may change for event datesReserve on Recreation.gov ↗
  • Desert Drifter RV Resort, Yucca Valley, California, listing photo
    Photo: Campspot listing
    Desert Drifter RV Resort, Yucca Valley, CaliforniaYucca Valley · 30 min drive (12.8 mi) · Electric · RVs up to 60 ft (listing data)From $50/night listed; may change for event datesReserve on Campspot ↗
  • Black Rock Campground, listing photo
    Photo: Recreation.gov listing
    Black Rock CampgroundYucca Valley · 34 min drive (13.2 mi) · RVs up to 35 ft (listing data)From $25/night listed; may change for event datesReserve on Recreation.gov ↗
  • Ryan Campground, listing photo
    Photo: Recreation.gov listing
    Ryan CampgroundTwentynine Palms · 48 min drive (21 mi) · RVs up to 32 ft (listing data)From $30/night listed; may change for event datesReserve on Recreation.gov ↗
  • Jumbo Rocks Campground, listing photo
    Photo: Recreation.gov listing
    Jumbo Rocks CampgroundTwentynine Palms · 54 min drive (28.1 mi) · RVs up to 46 ft (listing data)From $20/night listed; may change for event datesReserve on Recreation.gov ↗

RVs open for the event dates

Owner calendars open for Wed, May 12 → Mon, May 17 (5 nights), arriving the day before. Checked 36 popular LA RVs.

Class A motorhome: Coachmen Mirada BUNKHOUSE - Family traveller - DELIVERY AVAILABLE

Outdoorsy Owner’s RV · this specific vehicle

Coachmen Mirada BUNKHOUSE - Family traveller - DELIVERY AVAILABLE

Class A motorhome · Sleeps 10 · 7 seatbelts (listed)

35 ft long · 2019 · Generator

Pickup: owner in Simi Valley, CA · delivers up to 300 mi★ 4.7 (12)

Listed price$269/night listed · $1,345 for 5 nights before fees
Mileageset by the owner; not in our data
Unknownservice fees, taxes, protection, deposit

Also listed on RVshare.

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Camper van: Take a spin with VANNAWT! Our Solis 59P promises adventure at every turn!

Outdoorsy Owner’s RV · this specific vehicle

Take a spin with VANNAWT! Our Solis 59P promises adventure at every turn!

Camper van · Sleeps 4 · 4 seatbelts (listed)

20 ft long · 2021 · Generator · Solar · Pets allowed

Pickup: owner in Encino, CA · delivers up to 30 mi★ 5.0 (10)

Listed price$237/night listed · $1,185 for 5 nights before fees
Mileageset by the owner; not in our data
Unknownservice fees, taxes, protection, deposit

Also listed on RVshare.

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Camper van: Fully Loaded Pet Friendly Sleeps 4 with AC!

Outdoorsy Owner’s RV · this specific vehicle

Fully Loaded Pet Friendly Sleeps 4 with AC!

Camper van · Sleeps 4 · 4 seatbelts (listed)

18 ft long · 2023 · Generator · Solar · Pets allowed

Pickup: owner in Mission Viejo, CA · delivery offered★ 4.9 (9)

Listed price$210/night listed · $1,050 for 5 nights before fees
Mileageset by the owner; not in our data
Unknownservice fees, taxes, protection, deposit

Also listed on RVshare.

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Class C motorhome: 27 Foot Thor Motor Coach

RVshare Owner’s RV · this specific vehicle

27 Foot Thor Motor Coach

Class C motorhome · Sleeps 6 · 8 seatbelts (listed)

27 ft long · 2017 · Generator · Pets allowed

Pickup: owner in Pico Rivera, CA · delivery offered★ 5.0 (6)

Listed price$165/night listed · $825 for 5 nights before fees
Mileageset by the owner; not in our data
Unknownservice fees, taxes, protection, deposit
Check availability on RVshare
Class C motorhome: 2018 Thor Freedom Elite Bunkhouse 30FE

RVshare Owner’s RV · this specific vehicle

2018 Thor Freedom Elite Bunkhouse 30FE

Class C motorhome · Sleeps 8 · 4 seatbelts (listed)

30 ft long · 2018 · Generator

Pickup: owner in Los Angeles, CA · delivery offered★ 5.0 (6)

Listed price$232/night listed · $1,160 for 5 nights before fees
Mileageset by the owner; not in our data
Unknownservice fees, taxes, protection, deposit
Check availability on RVshare
Class A motorhome: 31.0 Georgetown 3 Series 31B3 Class A Motor Home

RVshare Owner’s RV · this specific vehicle

31.0 Georgetown 3 Series 31B3 Class A Motor Home

Class A motorhome · Sleeps 9 · 6 seatbelts (listed)

31 ft long · 2017

Pickup: owner in Eastvale, CA★ 4.2 (6)

Listed price$199/night listed · $995 for 5 nights before fees
Mileageset by the owner; not in our data
Unknownservice fees, taxes, protection, deposit
Check availability on RVshare

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Joshua Tree Music Festival RV FAQ

When is Joshua Tree Music Festival?

May 13–16, 2027, per the official site (joshuatreemusicfestival.com), checked Oct 28, 2026.

Can I camp in an RV at Joshua Tree Music Festival?

There are a few reserved RV sites with power (50/30/20 amp) and water, from Thursday 8 AM to Monday 11 AM; they book out early. Dry RV camping needs a Vehicle Camping Pass, priced by total length including any tow vehicle. Delivered rentals must be off the site by Monday at 11 AM.

How far is Joshua Tree Music Festival from Los Angeles?

About 132 miles, roughly 2 h 49 min by car from downtown LA (OSRM estimate, no traffic). Allow more time in an RV.

Where can I stay with an RV near Joshua Tree Music Festival?

6 RV-friendly campgrounds in our data are within 20 miles, including Joshua Tree RV Campground, Indian Cove Campground, Desert Drifter RV Resort, Yucca Valley, California. Availability isn’t checked; book with each campground.

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