Kate's Lazy Desert

It's very nice physically, a bit out of the way, up the highway from 62. For the price, it needs to be a bit more polished. We're not picky. Everything worked, was clean, just a bit indifferent. The main gate lock is inexcusably hard to operate. Even a single LED light would help. Many things were difficult to puzzle out in the dark the first time, but worked ok; signs would help. Cooking pots were encrusted however. I have minimal camping gear in the car we used that. Expensive for what's provided.

Kate's Lazy Desert was a lovely Oasis in the desert. My bestie and I decided to take a trip to the desert for the full moon. We are both avid B52's fans and even used to be in a tribute band so this would be like going to mecca or something. We had wanted to stay in the Yellow Trailer with all the B52s stuff in it, but it wasn't available so we stayed in the Planet Air - Orange trailer, these trailers are in good shape and with a lot of the retro stuff in tact. This one had an 8 track player!!! So fun. And a lava lamp. We unplacked and went straight to the lovely small above ground pool filled with clean cool water. It was lovely to soak and lay out by the pool and relax. We wanted peace and quiet and really got it in spades. Such a cute spot and it was so cool to be around all the mid century looking items. Kat was lovely, everyone that we met was super sweet. We ended up being the only campers for the whoel time we were there! So nice and quiet and needed! Highly recommended, Visit Kate's Lazy Desert and enjoy the quiet of the desert and say hello to the lizards and birds. During our stay they added pretty globe lights to a section in the middle. They are constwantin

I heard about this place on TV. Thought it would be a great place to go with my wife. I trailered my motorcycle down there thinking we were going to be inside of Joshua Tree National Park. I was surprised to find out we were well outside about 20 miles surrounded by deep sandy roads that are almost impossible to ride unless you have a dirt bike. I ride an adventure bike and still had problems getting down these roads especially two up. But otherwise the mobile park and homes were clean and well kept with a definite trippy vibe.

Out in the Mojave Desert, among the sparse vegetation, you drive onto the desert floor, and there's a handful of silver Air Stream trailers loosely arranged in a circle with a partially buried above ground pool. Outside of each fully hooked up trailer is a simple porch setup with basic canopy and small picnic table. Pretty darn cool alternative to just another hotel! Expect some issues with these older, effectively decommissioned trailers. Our "Hair Stream" trailer had a sagging floor in the bathroom, weak exhaust fans, and a door that didn't close fully unless locked. It helps to be a B52s fan as that is integral to the decor. But that quirkiness is so much fun, and the imperfect Air Stream trailer is part of the charm.

It’s a 15-20 minute drive from Joshua tree but well worth it! The airstreams are decorated so well and lack nothing as far as amenities go. You just show up with food, drinks and firewood and you’re ready to camp!! Super quiet and beautiful surrounding especially when the flowers are in bloom.

I cannot say enough nice things about this place! It is truly magical and relaxing. It may not be perfect for some folks seeking endless amenities, or who fall more on the glam side of "glamping," but my wife and I thought it was romantic and mesmerizing. Sunsets here are a must as well as grillin and chillin, horseshoes, and croquet. Yucca is an awesome town with friendly folks and awesome thrift shops. Make sure you visit Pioneertown, Joshua Tree, and Desert Hot Springs.

Absolutely beautiful. It was especially meaningful to me since I've been a fan of Kate my whole life and she brings magic and joy to my heart. Bless her and her lovely wife.

Brilliant! Friendly owners. If you're looking for something unique and a little out there this is the place. Everything worked perfectly, got a little cold in the evenings but they provided lots of blankets to wrap up warm with. Will definitely visit again!

It's a fantastic concept. The decor and 20th Century Modern aura is there for anyone who might want that. I recently purchased a 2006 Keystone RV NRG Toy Hauler right there in Landers. She needs friends.

We were so excited to come to this, especially for our 1 year anniversary. It looked perfect on the website. A nice little getaway. When we arrived we met...no one. No one was there. No one let us in - we let ourselves in (gate has a combo lock - we were given the combination via email). It would have been nice to have someone show us around, even if there's not much to show - but something at least. We stayed in "kates hairstream". Each airstream is padlocked with another combination lock. As we entered we thought it was super cute. Very colorful! Very clean! But we both agreed that these airstreams need updates. It seems like all they do is paint them every so often. Just a few add-ons would help. Like adding handles to the cabinet doors. Or an actual door to the bathroom (unless there was a hidden one??) would be nice. Also, why the permanently closed windows? It can get very stuffy. Outside, there was a pool, but it could not be used. It's seasonal, according to the website. They could definitely make the lot these airstreams are on, a little more alive. Cutesy decor would have made it nicer. Every airstream had a little deck to step off on to. A piece of astroturf in front of the deck. A shade above to keep the sun from beating down on you. Lights with burned out bulbs which hung on the shade thing. We didn't mind this. It looked nice. But I thought the plastic picnic table didn't go with the aesthetic. All in all, we didn't have the best time. Mainly due to my girlfriend having claustrophobia and freaking out over the windows being sealed and someone being able to lock us in with that padlock on the outside of the door. It still made for a fun memory though to look back on and laugh! One more thing - the price. It costs 200+ cleaning and taxes. So the total was $269. $269 for ONE NIGHT. That's insane. For what it was, the price is way too expensive. P.s. get a microwave

A friend and I stayed here the first weekend of October during the full moon when bright Mars next to it (there's a moon in the sky, it's called the moon! ). The views were pure heaven. We needed a getaway from the realities of life for a bit and this really hit the spot. We were lucky enough to have the entire park to ourselves and it was as quiet and peaceful as could be. Kat, the manager/groundskeeper, could not have been more welcoming and hospitable. She made sure we had everything we needed and it was nice to catch her around in the mornings to have a chat while working around the area. She's pretty damn cool! We stayed in Planet Air and it was cozy and adorable. We thought it would be too warm at night since the days were hot but the desert definitely cools down enough to a comfortable sleep temperature. We had everything we needed, cooked breakfast every morning and made coffee. We had to buy coffee filters and loose grounds if we didn't want to use the provided coffee pods. The only thing I'd add is hooks in the bathroom to hang our damp towels. The pool was refreshing, the views go on forever, and it was so quiet we could still hear the buzz in our ears leftover from the constant city noise we left behind. We only saw a few lizards, birds and a beetle, we kinda wish we saw more wild life. As life long fans of The B-52s this was a mission for us and we were not disappointed! Thank you! Roam we did!

My bestie and I decided a trip to the desert was in order. This is one of her favorite areas on the planet and I needed to get away. And being avid B52's fans and we used to be in a B's Tribute band, we thought, why not, let's visit Kate's Lazy Desert! I have always wanted to go and my friend made the reservations once we settled on wanting to spend the next full moon there. What a treat! We were greeted by a super cute trailer and a pool full of clean cool water. Planet Air had been our second choice of trailer because, of course we wanted to stay in the one with all the B52s memorabailia, it wasn't available so we secured Planet Air, with all it's Oranges, reds, pinks and yellows. The AC was on when we arrived and we unpacked and immediately made our way to the poolside. It was great. We met Kat and she took such good care of us and was really great! So friendly and helpful. We were the only campers for both the days/nights we were there. Great for us, to be outside under the full moon. The quiet, was just what we needed. Everything worked great, and the trailers are taken really great care of. We will be back, to try out a different trailer sometime, perfect get away. Thank you Kate's Lazy Desert, someday I will do a pilgramage to your Meadow location! It was like going to mecca.

My husband and I wanted to do something unique for the night so we chose to stay at Kate's Lazy Desert on 11/01/18. The 8 hour drive (from the SF Bay Area) was absolutely worth it. Most of the drive is very easy and simple until you're about half a mile away and then it turns into desert roads. Driving in the sand felt similar to snow. We used our small Toyota Yaris to get there and we had no major issues. I just strongly suggest you get there before the sun begins to set so you know where you're going. It was very easy to get through the gates but our airstream was locked so we had to call Kat but she showed up in less than 2 minutes (she lives across the road from the airstreams). They provide you with her information in the reservation so make sure you print that out. The airstream/area looks the exact same in person as it does in the photos online (super cute and unique). It's very clean and well organized. I can't speak for the other months, but when we got there at 3pm (in November), the airstream felt pretty warm inside but do not worry! It will cool down once the sun sets and you have plenty of blankets to keep you warm. We brought firewood with us so our fire kept us warm outside for most of the night. The bed was very comfortable and we woke up to a beautiful sunrise. A few misc. things: - The airstreams do not have a hairdryer (not that that's very important, I was just trying to figure out if I needed to bring mine and I couldn't see anything in the reviews so I thought I'd mention it here!) - They offer wifi (I think its $12/day) but we had pretty good reception here (we FaceTimed my in-laws) so I just used my own personal data. - Don't attempt to wash your car BEFORE you come here because your car will be very dusty by the end of the trip! ; ) Overall, this place is perfect for relaxation and a fun memory you can look back on. The sun set/rise is breathtaking! I hope you have fun! :)

My son and I visited Joshua Tree National Park on a recent weekend in May, and we chose to stay here as a fun part of the adventure. The property is a patch of desert down a dirt road in Landers, CA, with six trailers on the property. The trailers are all vintage Airstreams from the 1970's and 1980's. Each has electrical power, hot and cold water and an air conditioner. To our surprise, on our first night, we found that several light fixtures--covering half the trailer--did not work. As a result, we spent the first night lighting our way via iPhone flashlights. The next day, Kat and Dave, who are the local managers for the site, came by, tried but failed to fix the issue, and moved us to another trailer. We encountered no other issues during the rest of our stay. When I contacted the Customer Service office to request credit as consideration for the inadequate trailer maintenance that caused the first night's issue, I was rebuffed. All in all, a nice stay, but not what I would expect from a customer-focused business.

We just got home from our Joshua Tree weekend at Kate's Lazy Desert 4/14/21 to 4/16/21. We stayed in the green stripe (North to Alaska) and our friends stayed in the orange stripe (Planet Air) next door. For this place to charge $200+ a night, they really need to lower it to $80-100/night. I know it's supposed to be "Vintage," but It's been around for years and they really need to spend some money on these places. You have phone numbers for Kat and Dave for any assistance, but it would have been nice for someone to greet you and situate you to the place and the area. Driving here, you will have some paved roads, but then the last 10 min getting here, you'll be on dirt roads. You better hope your GPS works. If you stay here, I believe the Blue stripe (Tinkerbell) is the newest and probably most functional of all the airstreams..all the others are run down and not kept up. That said, is our experience in the Green and Orange stripe airstreams: 1) Our AC was functional for the the center of the RV to the bathroom, but the coolness never reaches the kitchen and bedroom section. During the day, if you needed to lay on the bed or use the kitchen, it would be about 85-90deg. Our friends in the Orange stripe had an AC unit that cooled the entire airstream. 2) The bathroom door just swings since there's a 3" gap (see photo). This means zero privacy. Someone can see right in when you're doing your business. Our friends in the orange stripe had sliding doors for the bathroom and the kitchen area. 3) They really should install some type of hook for the shower head to hang on. You either hold the shower head the entire time and soap/shampoo with one hand or you turn the water on and off while you scrub, etc. Our friends in the Orange stripe had a wall holder for their shower head, but they said it wasn't adjustable so the water sprayed on their stomachs. 4) The toilet is functional, but so low you're practically squatting. Our friends in the Orange stripe had a taller toilet. 5) The oven doesn't work in the unit and there is no microwave. your only means of cooking is the stove top and the grill (you need your own charcoal) outside. 6) None of the windows open since they've been sealed over many decades. 7) This RV park is minimum 25 min away from the town so if you need to eat out, you have to plan. 8) Wifi worked for our place, but our friends in the orange stripe couldn't get the wifi to pick up on their phones. You may say why use internet and just enjoy the desert, but if you need to figure out places to eat or your next hike, activity...it makes it hard. Their phones didn't good reception either. Pros: 1) The stars are fabulous at night. 2) You can experience the INTEGRATRON about 5 min away from the RV park. It's an interesting sound experience underneath the starry night sky. So all in all, our Joshua Tree experience was memorable and fun. I wouldn't stay at Kate's Lazy Desert again though. If she owns this, and charges these prices, they really should fix/upgrade them a little bit. They can be vintage, but still make them nicer. If you want to do Joshua tree...just rent an airbnb which will be closer to town and closer to the park entrance.

Kate's Lazy Desert is a bizarre trailer park, located deep within the Mojave Desert. I'm not sure how or why, but my sister discovered this place online and purchased reservations for me as a birthday gift. She was completely unaware of the site's association with Kate Pierson from The B-52s, although she was stoked to hear about it afterwards. Before you arrive, you're hit with a dizzyingly extensive list of rules. They cover everything from damage to the Airstream trailers to smuggling in unregistered guests. It's fairly intimidating, especially when I arrived to find nobody onsite. It was just my group and a pair of British dudes, sitting in the desert alone. Okay. As a potential guest, take in mind that the Airstreams are not equipped with modern air conditioning. They get hot in the Summer months, where your sole relief will be the small swimming pool located further down the property. At night, however, the beds are quite comfortable and you can take a decent shower. The real reason to be here is to sit out at night around the fire pit, watching meteoroids flash across the obsidian sky. I did this and enjoyed it for a time. My friends found a decent pizza joint about a mile away. I had a slice and looked upwards once more. I should have loved the experience...instead, I spent the time worried about breaking the rules. Typical.

This review is based on my visit April 6-8, 2019. I stayed in the yellow trailer. The pool was full of algae, we had no hot water the first night and the air conditioning did not work. for 200+ per night this was not acceptable. FYI if you are looking for something close to town and the National Park this is a bit of a drive. I would stay in town if I went back to Joshua Tree.

If you live in the city how long has it been since you have seen the Milky Way in the night sky? You don't have to stay in a vintage camper to do so but oh glamping just adds to the aura. If you are into retro, vintage, chic, fifties,camping, B52's this is a place for you. The campers are decorated in different styles. They are OLD you are not at the New Holiday Express you are in a camper that is 60 years old. The A/C may not blast you out but it worked fine in our camper. There is a coffee maker. The mattress was quite comfy there is a porta potty. The camper was immaculate. There is s shower. So my friend and I were very pleased with the experience the camper and the stars oh the stars. If you do not appreciate vintage you may not be as happy as we were or as thrilled that we got to experience what it must have been like to camp in the fifties in an Airstream Trailer. Would highly recommend!

GREAT little campground, ESPECIALLY for the Airstream enthusiast! Every classic airstream on the lot has a different theme. Would be an amazing location for a wedding for those of you who love the desert.

Charming, great location. Beautifully restored Airstreams but not slick 2010s style--you feel like you are stepping back into time! Check it out- you will love it!!

Good place to get away from civilization. Quiet and peaceful. Stayed in the Tiki. Basic amenities provided. Trailer was clean and cute. Wish it had working speakers to uh in music and maybe some board games. Eating meals was a bit of a challenge as the trailer had no indoor tables to eat at. Maybe a few TV trays. Outdoor area was nice with hammock, fire pit, pool and horse shoes. Surprised there was not a picnic table. Bathroom was clean and functional. Mattress was basic but linens were soft and warm. Charcoal Grills available for each unit. We were satisfied with our stay, but a little disappointed with the execution.

Just spent the weekend here with a few good friends. Each couple had their own trailer - each trailer fits two. We had a wonderful time! The trailers are adorable and quite comfortable. Each has a different kitschy decor -- it was fun to explore each other's abode. The beds were comfy and they've got extra blankets and a space heater for those cold December nights - we needed it! We cooked dinner there the first night and then built a fire in the fire pit to sit around and enjoy - it was peaceful and relaxing and quite beautiful! Joshua Tree National Park is right there for some daytime hiking, the desert scenery is what surrounds you at the trailer site, and the sounds of silence are transformative. We also visited the nearby Noah Purifoy outdoor museum to see his assemblage art - great fun! The hosts are not on site but they are very responsive with any questions and they are a stone's throw away if you need them. All in all, a unique "glamping" experience that will not soon be forgotten!

We had a great time! And the views....uh ah-mazing!! The airsteam was spacious and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. We would recommend KLD to others and definitely stay here again!

I see many positive reviews here, and they were also the reasons that I booked Kate's Lazy Desert in the first place. My experience, although not horrible, was not as good as how others describe it. Let me explain what I feel are the pros and cons of this place: First, the Pros: 1. The starry sky at night is really nice. As someone who spent almost his entire life living in cities, I got to see a shooting star for the first time in my life. (But then again, you can probably see the stars anywhere else in Joshua Tree National Park. Still, it's nice that the place is pretty dark at night.) 2. The place is decent. It has sufficient air conditioning. 3. There isn't anything that will make you feel really really ripped off, as long as your expectation isn't high. (This pretty much sums up my feeling for the place - "It's not really bad") Next, I'll explain the bad parts. I'll go into more details here because I see nobody else mentioning them: 1. After you book the place, you will receive an email from the management. One of the things they warn you about is that your car can get stuck in the sand on your way to Kate's Lazy Desert. They're not kidding. It's actually very easy for a car to get stuck in the sand, and the situation is such that it can happen quite easily (dark road and getting lost). The problem is, there're deep sands on the sides of the road, and if you're careless and sway off the road a little, your car can drive into the sand and get stuck. This can also happen if you try to attempt a 3 point turn on the road. When you drive on the road to the place, just drive straight. Even if you miss a turn, do not try to attempt a three-point-turn to turn back. Just go straight. 2. For the reason stated above, you probably won't want to drive your own car to this place unless it's an SUV. You may want to rent an SUV so that sands don't get into your car's parts. 3. The actual trailer is not as good as it looks in most of the pictures you see. I think the pictures they posted are from a while ago. The actually trailers are a bit aged now. If you want to get an actual sense of what they look like, find the worst looking pictures you find on this Yelp page, then imagine it to be a little worse. That's what it actually looks like. 4. There is no staff on site to help you if you need any help. Let's say your car does get stuck in the sand, or if you are lost on your way to the place at night, you won't be able to go to the place to fetch help. Calling them won't help either because there is no one who will answer the phone. 5. I stayed in Tinkerbell, the blue trailer. The place is not totally filthy, but it's not clean either. Its toilet seat has blood stain on it. The bed sheet has a piece of hair on it, so I wonder if they washed it well, or if they even washed it. Finally, when you open the toilet seat, there're about ten small flies that flew out of it. It's those really really tiny flies that you may have seen before. In the desert, water is scarce, so I assume that small insects gather near the water tank that the toilet is connected to. I was fine with it, but my girlfriend was so put off by it that she tried not to use the toilet. In summary, don't think of this as a hotel experience. This is more like "semi-camping." It's not totally filthy, but it's not clean either. 6. When you get there, you'll have to open a locked gate with the password that they give you. It's not hard, but people who lack common sense may not be able to do that. 7. The stove in "Tinkerbell" is broken. If you turn on the stove, gas will come out, but there is no fire. You will have to light the stove with a separate lighter that they provide to you. However, they didn't leave any instruction on that. They just assume that you know what to do. Problem is: what if I didn't notice that, and I assumed that the stove didn't work at all, then left the gas on? That'd be very dangerous. This goes back to the common sense thing. I think you need to have a little common sense to live in this place. In the end, it was a decent experience staying there, but I'm not so sure if it's because I enjoyed staying at Kate's lazy desert, or if it's because I simply liked the area that it's in. Kate's lazy desert certainly didn't make the experience worse (except for the 30 minutes when my car was stuck in the sand. Also, I suppose it's not really their fault that my car got stuck.) Maybe going through this experience is part of the adventure.

The Airstreams are such a cute, fun idea ruined by greed and (presumably) very out of touch out-of-town owners. This part of the desert is magic - great views, total wu, you can even see the Integratron from the bed (which you should totally visit, btw). But the experience? NOT WORTH $175/night, not by a long shot. Top of the list? You cannot lock, in any way, the Airstream from the inside. My partner and I were bummed to find this out late at night with no other option but to fall asleep without the ability to lock or latch the door shut... in any way. There was simply nothing. The truth is - the upgrades made to these vintage puppies are 100% cosmetic, and totally half-assed. In the pictures, the Airstreams look marvelous. Up close, it's slipshod, cheap work. The heater didn't work, the propane leaked and emitted a slight but real smell, the cushions in the table/lounge area were the cheapest worn dreary pads you could find. Even the well-intentioned orange decorative globe light above our bed was 50% burned out. The 'directions' provided are mostly a cautionary tale about not wasting their battery, burning their fuse, or incurring additional fees. There isn't even a cute or informative, 'so you've probably never stayed in an Airstream, here's how it works' guide- which is a missed opportunity, assuming most of the appeal here is for the part of the population who doesn't already own or frequently use this mode of lodging. Finally, you're on your own. There is no groundskeeper that you'll see. We arrived to an unlocked gate that said 'Electrified Fence'. After determining that it was not, in fact, electrified, we let ourselves in and out, having to deal with an old (and again, very cheap) ill fitting master lock. In the end - my partner is wonderful, and we still had a blast together soaking up the desert, but this lodging should be priced at what it really provides, closer to $80/night. If the owners can get on board with that, we'd recommend it. In the meantime, pass on this. Give your money to a more deserving local establishment.

Kates Lazy Desert is a magical beautiful place. My girlfriend and I visited this last weekend and could not have had a better, more relaxing getaway. We live in Los Angeles and visit Palm Springs fairly often to get away, but we have never had a more peaceful, fun, and just different experience than at Kates. The heat was not that bad, and when it got too hot we just hung out in the pool that was a perfect cooling temperature. Could not recommend a place more (we stayed in the green stripe, and it had great ac, fridge, coffee maker, super cozy). Thanks to the staff and all the wonderful people who make this place so special.

My husband and I spent one night at Kate's Lazy Desert but we wish it was a longer trip and we could try out each of the six fun, cozy airstream trailers. Ours (Tinkerbell) was a lovingly restored 1980s trailer, appointed with all the basics (kitchen stuff, bedding, towels) that two people could need on a short trip. Besides airstreams being astoundingly roomy on the inside, the artfully redone interior was fun and kitschy with great whimsical touches and great attention to detail. Even handles and light fixtures were in good working order after all these years. These trailers are clearly a labor of love and works of art in their own rights. As for the stay itself, we were there on a weeknight and shared the grounds with one other couple that we never saw. We played music and stargazed and built a fire in a small hobo fire pit. There are two hammocks, which were great for a nap, and there is a small above ground pool on site as well but it was too cold to swim. KLD falls somewhere between a motel and camping, which was just the right vibe for me. It's was warmer than staying in a tent and you have a comfy mattress to sleep on. You also have a stove and fridge and don't have to worry about bugs or animals getting in. On the other hand, showers were necessarily quick in the tiny stall and there's no TV, but who needs that when you have the great outdoors? Wi-fi worked great though we tried not to go online too much. After all, we were there to enjoy the silence and beauty of the desert. And enjoy it we did. Joshua Tree and that whole area are so beautiful, and we were remote enough to just sit next to our trailer and enjoy the panoramic vistas. We spent a long time chatting with property manager and trailer restorer Phillip (one half of the awesome team) and it's clear how much he enjoys being a good host. He also pointed us toward the nearby outdoor art installation by Noah Purifoy, assemblage artist. Very cool place and a great way to experience the desert. We will definitely be visiting Kate's again, probably in the fall when the weather cools down from the summer. We want to bring a bunch of friends and rent out all the trailers for a weekend, I am sure it would make for one relaxed, awesome kick backed time.