Lake Hughes, California
Joshua Tree Ranch Los Angeles
About Joshua Tree Ranch Los Angeles
This valley was inhabited by the Kitanemuk tribe for thousands of years. They would live here in the winter, and spend the summers hunting and gathering pine nuts and acorns up in the Tehachapi and San Gabriel mountains. This region is called the Antelope Valley because there used to be antelope-looking creatures called pronghorns. My first trip out here was to watch the Blood Wolf Moon lunar eclipse of 2019. It didn't disappoint! This is the spot to come look at the stars, howl at the moon, eat jerky, draw weird cactus trees in your sketch book, whatever! Learn more about this land: Joshua trees 50 miles closer to LA than the Joshua Tree National Park! This is 2.5 acres of protected Joshua Tree lands in the Antelope Valley north of LA, between the snowy Tehachapi Mountains and the San Gabriel Mountains. My first time out there I saw BOTH ENDS of a rainbow in front of the snowy Tehachapis!! Super dark skies, and a million stars at night. You'll probably see the Milky Way! It does get breezy at night, so dress appropriately. It feels like the wild west out here, and that's the main appeal--no rules, nobody watching. Think long dirt roads, tumbleweeds, bones, and maybe some old bullet shells (there's no shooting allowed on the property anymore). This is not a state-maintained, paved, manicured operation--it's the edge of the desert wilderness. Please respect the property and clean up after yourself! This is for people who are comfortable exploring beyond a concrete slab with electricity and janitor-cleaned restrooms. There are no designated sites, so pick whatever looks good to you. We often have multiple parties at once, so feel free to spread out. This land used to be the domain of the Ketanemuk tribe, which I think means People From The East. In the summer they would go up and hunt and get pine nuts in the Tehachapi Mountains, and acorns from the oak trees in the San Gabriels. The property itself is along a dirt road called Avenue C. It's about a 20 minute drive from the town of Neenach (pronounced Nee-nack), where there's a general store and a cafe. They make a great breakfast burrito. It's also a few minutes from the State Poppy Reserve, which blooms in the spring with miles of California poppies. If you have a larger group or event in mind, get in touch! We can figure out how to accommodate you.
Accommodations on the property
- Primitive site
Location
Lake Hughes, California
Open in Google MapsWhat people say about their stay at Joshua Tree Ranch Los Angeles
Synthesized from 23 review mentions across 4 aspects.
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Setting & Nature
“Camping among the Joshua Trees offers a serene and secluded experience, often accompanied by stunning sunrises and sunsets. While many appreciate the beauty and tranquility, some v…”
14 mentions
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Cleanliness
“There is trash dumped in several places (old tires, a TV, concrete, lumber, etc.).”
4 mentions
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Host & Communication
“Levi, the host, is praised for being communicative and helpful, often providing precise GPS coordinates and quick responses to inquiries. While the campsite is noted for being remo…”
3 mentions
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Comfort & Sleep
“I really enjoyed the privacy and seclusion of the property!”
2 mentions
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Recent reviews
[hipcamp aggregate summary]
Good campsite, and no crowd/neighbors on weekday. Too bad low-life campers leave trash.
Overall this location could have potential. It might be a nice place you just need to pull off the side of the road to sleep and don't care if there is power plant lights flashing in the near background
Very secluded in a veritable forest (or as close you can get to something like that in the desert) of joshua trees. Definitely a decent stop if you have a couple animals with you. Site had a decent amount of trash when we arrived, though, and not sure how long it's been around.
I really enjoyed the privacy and seclusion of the property! The sunrises and sunsets with the Joshua tress were Spectacular! Nice little weekend getaway.
Very quiet and chill spot. The Joshua Trees are beautiful and the stars are incredible at night.
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Where is Joshua Tree Ranch Los Angeles located?
Joshua Tree Ranch Los Angeles is located in Lake Hughes, California.
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Joshua Tree Ranch Los Angeles offers Primitive site. Specifics vary — verify the exact unit availability with the operator before booking.
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