National Park
Joshua Tree National Park is a National Park in California. The NPS currently lists 4 active alerts (1 closure), 9 campgrounds and 4 visitor centers; entrance fees start at $15.
California National Park America the Beautiful pass accepted
Updated · NPS Data API
“Two distinct desert ecosystems, the Mojave and the Colorado, come together in Joshua Tree National Park. A fascinating variety of plants and animals make their homes in a land sculpted by strong winds and occasional torrents of rain.”
Active alerts
4
Closures
1
Campgrounds
9
Visitor centers
4
4 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 1 closure, 0 danger, 3 caution and 0 information.
Closure
The park received a significant amount of rain. Due to flooding, Geology Tour Road is temporarily closed. Please use caution while traveling on all other roads in the park.
Posted or updated Oct 26, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Caution
There is a partial trail closure of West Side Loop trail in the Black Rock area to allow for trail crew and volunteers to conduct trail repairs. Sections of West Side will be closed to all forms of traffic, Equestrians and hikers will have to take one of the connector trails along Black Rock Canyon to bypass the planned work. Estimated reopening date is November.
Posted or updated Oct 12, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Caution
Due to a heavy flooding event, the Oasis of Mara Trail is closed past the Oasis.
Posted or updated Mar 18, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Caution
Some third-party hiking apps are providing inaccurate trail and safety information to users. Please use the official NPS app for accurate information.
Posted or updated Mar 11, 2024 ·Details on nps.gov
Visitors have multiple entrance fee and pass options depending on how they arrive and if they are part of a commercial tour group or not. The most common entrance fee is the Private Vehicle Pass, valid for 7 days.
| Fee | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance - Private Vehicle | $30 | 7-day vehicle permit, admitting the passengers of a single, non-commercial vehicle on the day of purchase and for the next six days. Buy online |
| Entrance - Motorcycle | $25 | Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. Buy online |
| Entrance - Per Person | $15 | 7-day entrance fee, per person on foot or bike. Buy online |
| Pass | Cost | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Entrance - Park | $55 | Recreation.gov |
The interagency America the Beautiful pass is accepted here.
Take a tour of Keys Ranch with a park ranger.
90-120 Minutes Winter, Spring, Fall Reservation required Fee applies
Join a ranger on an educational stroll.
30-45 Minutes
Attend an evening program at Joshua Tree National Park.
45 Minutes Pets allowed
See all 48 things to do in Joshua Tree →
Activities the NPS lists for Joshua Tree.
Auto and ATVScenic DrivingAstronomyStargazingBikingCampingBackcountry CampingCar or Front Country CampingHorse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)Group CampingClimbingRock ClimbingFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingSelf-Guided Tours - AutoHikingBackcountry HikingFront-Country HikingHorse TrekkingHorse Camping (see also camping)Horseback RidingJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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Joshua Tree National Park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Visitation increases as temperatures moderate in the fall, peaks during the spring wildflower season, and diminishes…
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | All Day |
| Tuesday | All Day |
| Wednesday | All Day |
| Thursday | All Day |
| Friday | All Day |
| Saturday | All Day |
| Sunday | All Day |
Weather: Days are typically clear with less than 25% humidity. Temperatures are most comfortable in the spring and fall, with an average highs around 85°F (29°C) and average lows around 50°F (10°C) respectively.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Rock Nature Center | Mon Closed · Tue Closed · Wed Closed · Thu Closed · Fri Closed · Sat 9:00AM - 4:00PM · Sun 9:00AM - 4:00PM | 760-367-5500 | Yes |
| Cottonwood Visitor Center | Daily: 8:30AM - 4:00PM | 760-367-5500 | Yes |
| Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center | Daily: 8:00AM - 5:00PM | 760-367-5500 | Yes |
| Joshua Tree Visitor Center | Daily: 7:30AM - 5:00PM | 760-367-5500 | Yes |
| Campground | Total sites | Reservable | First-come | RVs | Fee | Reserve |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Campground | 18 | 0 | 18 | Yes, up to 35 ft | $25 | — |
| Black Rock Campground | 99 | 99 | 0 | Yes, up to 35 ft | $35 | Recreation.gov |
| Cottonwood Campground | 62 | 62 | 0 | Yes, up to 35 ft | $35 | Recreation.gov |
| Hidden Valley Campground | 44 | 0 | 44 | Yes, up to 24 ft | $25 | — |
| Indian Cove Campground | 101 | 101 | 0 | Yes, up to 35 ft | $35 | Recreation.gov |
| Jumbo Rocks Campground | 124 | 124 | 0 | Yes, up to 35 ft | $30 | Recreation.gov |
| Ryan Campground | 32 | 31 | 0 | Yes, up to 35 ft | $30 | Recreation.gov |
| Sheep Pass Group Campground | 6 | 6 | 0 | No | $55 | Recreation.gov |
| White Tank Campground | 15 | 0 | 15 | Yes, up to 24 ft | $25 | — |
Site counts and fees are from the NPS campground data. Fees show the first listed rate; availability is not shown here — check the reservation site.
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