Parks

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. Dark night skies, a rich cultural history, and surreal geologic features add to the wonder of this vast wilderness in southern California. Come explore for yourself!

Map showing location of park.

Joshua Tree National Park staff announce temporary road closures at Black Rock Campground

2024-09-13

Joshua Tree National Park staff will be conducting road overlay construction at Black Rock Campground on October 7-11, October 15-17, and October 28-31. This work will eliminate potholes on portions of the campground road network and requires temporary, intermittent road closures for public safety.

Yellow paint splattered on a park sign that reads "No Parking Any Time"

Suspects cited for firing paintballs at Joshua Tree National Park signs

2024-08-08

Three visitors were cited for firing paintballs at signs, bathrooms and dumpsters throughout Joshua Tree National Park on Aug. 4.

Park rangers advise local communities and visitors about a potential traffic surge Perseids meteor shower 

2024-07-29

The park is anticipating a traffic surge due to the 2024 Perseids meteor shower. Local communities and businesses should expect increased traffic to the park from August 10 to August 12, 2024.  

Selections made for 2024-2025 Artist in Residence program

2024-07-15

Joshua Tree National Park is pleased to announce the selections for the 2024-2025 Artist-in-Residence (AIR) Program. Six applicants have been invited to participate in the program’s eighteenth year of hosting artists who volunteer their time and creativity to interpret the resources of Joshua Tree National Park through unique lenses.

National Park Service's Director’s Visitor Safety Achievement Awards Individual Recipient: Anna Marini

2024-07-15

We want to congratulate Ranger Anna Marini for being selected for the Director's Visitor Safety Achievement Award for her outstanding dedication, commitment, and achievements to reducing risk to visitors and preventing serious and fatal visitor injuries. These awards are the highest honors given by the National Park Service for outstanding achievements in visitor safety and employee safety and health.