https://www.nps.gov/jotr News releases from Joshua Tree National Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2026-01-08-west-entrance-closure.htm Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:34:00 EST The west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, including the restrooms, will close to inbound and outbound traffic from 6 a.m., Jan. 12 through 7 a.m., Jan. 17. Park Boulevard will also close to vehicle traffic for six miles from the west entrance to Quail Springs Picnic Area. This closure includes the Maze Loop and Bigfoot Trailhead parking areas. Visitors may not drive to or park at these trailheads during the closure. All other park roads are expected to remain open.  https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2026-01-08-west-entrance-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-12-1-west-entrance-closure.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:30:00 EST The west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, including the restrooms, will close to inbound and outbound traffic from 6 a.m., Dec. 3 through 6 p.m., Dec. 5. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-12-1-west-entrance-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-9-28-tourism-contributes-to-local-economy.htm Sat, 27 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that more than 2.9 visitors to Joshua Tree National Park in 2024 spent $179 million in communities near the park. That spending had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $214 million. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-9-28-tourism-contributes-to-local-economy.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-09-08-oasis-of-mara-closed-due-to-damage.htm Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:06:00 EST The Oasis of Mara trail at Joshua Tree National Park is closed because of damage caused by flooding. Recent summer monsoonal events caused severe erosion of the paved trail and impacted the cultural site. Several sections of the trail have been undercut and others have steep drop-offs, creating unsafe hiking conditions. The trail will be closed until repairs are completed. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-09-08-oasis-of-mara-closed-due-to-damage.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-08-18-west-entrance-closure.htm Mon, 18 Aug 2025 05:40:00 EST The west entrance of Joshua Tree will be closed to inbound and outbound traffic beginning 6 a.m. August 25 through 6 p.m. August 29th. Visitors must enter or exit the park via Twentynine Palms or Cottonwood. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-08-18-west-entrance-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-06-06-eureka-fire-update.htm Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:50:00 EST Firefighters continue to make progress on suppression and containment of the Eureka Fire. The fire has burned a total of 214 acres and is at 85% containment. Crews are focused on extinguishing remaining hot spots and on suppression repair, minimizing resource damage to several key species in the footprint area. The weather continues to be favorable with low winds and higher humidity. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-06-06-eureka-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-06-3-eureka-fire-update.htm Wed, 04 Jun 2025 06:16:00 EST The Eureka Fire in Joshua Tree National Park is maintaining at 214 acres and 80% containment as of 6:00pm. Crews will continue suppression work this week. Equipment assigned to the fire tomorrow, June 3rd, includes 4 engines and 1 hand crew. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-06-3-eureka-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-06-2-eureka-fire-update.htm Mon, 02 Jun 2025 06:16:00 EST The Eureka Fire in Joshua Tree National Park is maintaining at 214 acres and 75% containment as of 6:00pm. Crews will continue suppression work this week. Equipment assigned to the fire tomorrow, June 3rd, includes 4 engines and 1 hand crew. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-06-2-eureka-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-05-31-eureka-fire-update.htm Sat, 31 May 2025 06:16:00 EST The ongoing response to the Eureka Fire in Joshua Tree National Park had crews working through the night on containment lines. There was a slop over fire on the southeast side of the line early this morning. Crews quickly contained the 4 acres. The fire is at 212 acres and 40% containment as of 9:00am. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-05-31-eureka-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-05-30-eureka-fire.htm Fri, 30 May 2025 15:32:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park staff has been responding to a fire 3 miles Northeast of Eureka Peak in the Covington Flats area of the park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-05-30-eureka-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-5-30-press-release-covingtonfire.htm Fri, 30 May 2025 11:57:00 EST A wildfire in Joshua Tree National Park's Covington Flats area has burned approximately 20 acres as of May 30, 2025, with containment efforts underway by park, BLM, and county fire crews amid gusty conditions. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-5-30-press-release-covingtonfire.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-4-9-blackrock-gallery.htm Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:52:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park presents “Brushes, Beats and Beyond,” a student art exhibition featuring work from 11 local elementary schools, created through artist-led workshops in partnership with Groundwork Arts and Morongo Unified School District. On view starting April 9 at the Black Rock Art Gallery and 29 Palms Visitor Center, the exhibition celebrates youth creativity and artistic exploration. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-4-9-blackrock-gallery.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-3-25-we-closure.htm Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:49:00 EST The west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park will be closed to inbound and outbound traffic beginning 6 a.m. Monday April 7 through 6 p.m. Thursday April 10. Visitors must enter or exit the park via Twentynine Palms or Cottonwood using the north entrance station in Twentynine Palms or the Cottonwood entrance at the park’s south boundary. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2025-3-25-we-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-other-worlds.htm Mon, 06 Jan 2025 09:21:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park management is pleased to announce Other Worlds, a new art exhibition by renowned local-area artist Diane Best. For many years, Diane has painted remote, uninhabited, and overlooked corners of the desert. Interested in recording a single incredible moment of converging light and landscape, she felt it important to encourage preservation by showcasing the desert wilderness as it exists. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-other-worlds.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2024-12-29-holiday-traffic.htm Sun, 29 Dec 2024 05:43:00 EST The winter holidays often bring heavy traffic to Joshua Tree National Park. Crowded conditions create limited parking, full campgrounds, and lines at park entrances. High traffic is anticipated on most weekends and during the week of Thanksgiving and the two weeks around Christmas and New Year's Day. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2024-12-29-holiday-traffic.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/trail-closures-cholla-cactus-garden-and-49-palms-oasis-closed-for-maintenance.htm Mon, 02 Dec 2024 11:00:00 EST Starting today Cholla Cactus Garden and 49 Palms Oasis Trail will be temporarily closed until March 2025 https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/trail-closures-cholla-cactus-garden-and-49-palms-oasis-closed-for-maintenance.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-announce-campground-and-amenity-fee-increase-starting-dec-1-2024.htm Fri, 15 Nov 2024 04:38:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park will increase fees for all reservations on recreation.gov including campgrounds and tours starting December 1, 2024. There will be an expanded amenity fee increase starting on January 1, 2025. First Come First Serve campgrounds will increase from $15 to $25 per night January 1, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-announce-campground-and-amenity-fee-increase-starting-dec-1-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-staff-announce-temporary-road-closures.htm Thu, 17 Oct 2024 08:28:00 EST TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif.– Joshua Tree National Park staff will be performing construction on paved roads throughout the park starting on Monday, October 28. This work is expected to last through Monday, November 11 and requires temporary road closures for successful project completion and public safety. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-staff-announce-temporary-road-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-the-changing-desert-ecology.htm Wed, 09 Oct 2024 09:50:00 EST TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif.– Joshua Tree National Park management is pleased to announce a new art exhibition by Fall 2023 Artist in Residence, Jim Weaver. The Changing Desert Ecology explores the intersection of landscape imagery and scientific inquiry. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-the-changing-desert-ecology.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-staff-announce-temporary-road-closures-at-black-rock-campground.htm Fri, 13 Sep 2024 04:11:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-staff-announce-temporary-road-closures-at-black-rock-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/suspects-cited-for-firing-paintballs-at-joshua-tree-national-park-signs.htm Thu, 08 Aug 2024 07:19:00 EST Three visitors were cited for firing paintballs at signs, bathrooms and dumpsters throughout Joshua Tree National Park on Aug. 4. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/suspects-cited-for-firing-paintballs-at-joshua-tree-national-park-signs.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-rangers-advise-local-communities-and-visitors-about-a-potential-traffic-surge-perseids-meteor-shower.htm Mon, 29 Jul 2024 05:29:00 EST 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.   https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-rangers-advise-local-communities-and-visitors-about-a-potential-traffic-surge-perseids-meteor-shower.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/selections-made-for-2024-2025-artist-in-residence-program.htm Mon, 15 Jul 2024 10:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/selections-made-for-2024-2025-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/national-park-service-s-director-s-visitor-safety-achievement-awards-individual-recipient-anna-marini.htm Mon, 15 Jul 2024 07:10:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/national-park-service-s-director-s-visitor-safety-achievement-awards-individual-recipient-anna-marini.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-rangers-urge-visitors-to-be-prepared-for-high-summer-temperatures.htm Tue, 02 Jul 2024 08:42:00 EST Rangers at Joshua Tree National Park are urging visitors to take extra safety precautions when visiting the park during the summer season due to high temperatures, extreme ultraviolet rays, and harsh exposure. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-rangers-urge-visitors-to-be-prepared-for-high-summer-temperatures.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-covington-flats-2024.htm Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:31:00 EST Public access to the Covington Flats area is closed from Wednesday, July 3, 2024, through Sunday, July 7, 2024. The area will reopen the morning of July 8, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-covington-flats-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-rangers-announce-2024-fire-restrictions-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:00:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park leadership has implemented fire restrictions beginning Saturday, June 15 through Tuesday, October 1 due to hot, dry weather conditions and increasing fire danger. The restriction encompasses the entire park, including all campgrounds, backcountry sites, and picnic areas. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-rangers-announce-2024-fire-restrictions-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/dog-rescued-from-rocks-by-search-and-rescue-team.htm Mon, 17 Jun 2024 08:00:00 EST Park rangers and members of the Joshua Tree Search and Rescue Team (JOSAR) rescued a dog stuck on a ledge near Jumbo Rocks Campground June 9 after the owners reported their unleashed pet missing the day before. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/dog-rescued-from-rocks-by-search-and-rescue-team.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/seeks-public-comment-on-fee-increase.htm Sat, 01 Jun 2024 06:30:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park strives to make overnight camping and interpretive tours memorable and enjoyable experiences. The Federal Lands and Recreation Enhancement Act (FLREA) authorizes the NPS to collect and retain revenue, in the form of entrance and amenity fees, and requires these funds to be used to enhance visitor experiences like camping and interpretive programs. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/seeks-public-comment-on-fee-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-groundwork-arts.htm Tue, 16 Apr 2024 11:26:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park management is excited to announce a new exhibition of artworks by elementary students from Morongo Unified School District, entitled Quirky Characters: Illustrated Patches. This exhibition, produced in partnership with Groundwork Arts, will feature 810 hand drawn character patches by students from 11 schools, with support from 113 teachers and 7 teaching artists. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-groundwork-arts.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/indigenous-communities-plant-seedlings-oasis-of-maara.htm Sat, 09 Mar 2024 03:00:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park staff are humbled to have partnered with members of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians on Saturday, March 9, 2024 as part of the restoration of the Oasis of Maara’ at Joshua Tree National Park (JTNP). Fan palm seedlings were planted in areas that once flowed with spring water but have since dried due to a decline in groundwater. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/indigenous-communities-plant-seedlings-oasis-of-maara.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/visiting-jotr-in-spring-2024.htm Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:51:00 EST March and April are traditionally the busiest months of the year at Joshua Tree National Park. The park expects high visitation during spring 2024 based on recent trends. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/visiting-jotr-in-spring-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/human-remains-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Tue, 30 Jan 2024 04:49:00 EST On January 25, 2024, at 12:08 p.m., Joshua Tree National Park staff discovered human skeletal remains located off a trail in the Black Rock area of the park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/human-remains-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-metamorphic-modern.htm Tue, 02 Jan 2024 06:54:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park management is pleased to announce a new art exhibition by Joshua Tree-based artist Marcia Geiger. Metamorphic Modern is an exhibition of paintings that range from vehicles and abandoned buildings in the desert environment to the rich flora and fauna of the region. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-metamorphic-modern.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/high-traffic-during-holiday-season.htm Thu, 16 Nov 2023 09:11:00 EST High traffic is anticipated on most weekends and during the week of Thanksgiving and the two weeks around Christmas and New Year's Day. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/high-traffic-during-holiday-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fire-management-program.htm Tue, 07 Nov 2023 11:02:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park fire management and vegetation staffs are preparing for a fuel reduction project beginning November 13, 2023. This project will manipulate vegetation to affect fire behavior in specific areas in order to protect Joshua trees (Yucca brevifolia) and Joshua tree habitat. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fire-management-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/ohmvr-grant.htm Wed, 27 Sep 2023 08:03:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park management is honored to be among the local and federal agencies, districts, and non-profit organizations to receive a portion of a $33.5 million California State Parks’ Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Division (OHMVR) grant. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/ohmvr-grant.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/brag-opening-of-sedimental.htm Mon, 18 Sep 2023 04:26:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park management is pleased to announce a new art exhibition by Joshua Tree-based artist Margeaux Walter, the Fall 2022 Artist in Residence. Sedimental is an exhibition of photographs in which the artist has photographed sections of the landscape, printed them onto fabric, and then sewn them into outfits and drapery. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/brag-opening-of-sedimental.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-closures-due-to-tropical-storm-hilary.htm Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:12:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park managers are closing park areas that are vulnerable to extreme flooding. These closures will take place Friday evening, August 18, 2023. This is a preemptive measure in anticipation of Tropical Storm Hilary. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-closures-due-to-tropical-storm-hilary.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/national-park-service-announces-jane-rodgers-as-joshua-tree-national-park-s-new-superintendent.htm Fri, 04 Aug 2023 05:23:00 EST SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – The National Park Service (NPS) has selected Jane Rodgers as the new permanent superintendent of Joshua Tree National Park beginning Aug. 13.  https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/national-park-service-announces-jane-rodgers-as-joshua-tree-national-park-s-new-superintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2023-2024artistinresidenceprogram.htm Thu, 13 Jul 2023 11:40:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park and the Joshua Tree National Park Association staffs are pleased to announce the selections for the 2023-2024 Artist-­in­-Residence (AIR) Program. Six applicants have been invited to participate in the program’s seventeenth year of hosting artists who volunteer their time and creativity to interpret the resources of Joshua Tree National Park through unique lenses.     https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2023-2024artistinresidenceprogram.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-covington-flats.htm Fri, 30 Jun 2023 08:28:00 EST Public access to the Covington Flats area is closed from Friday, June 30, 2023, through Wednesday, July 5, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-covington-flats.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/geology-fire-afternoon-update-6-12-2023.htm Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:55:00 EST Firefighters continue to make progress on suppression and containment of the Geology Fire in Joshua Tree National Park. The fire has burned 1,088 acres and is 50% contained. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/geology-fire-afternoon-update-6-12-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening.htm Mon, 01 May 2023 08:23:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park management is excited to announce a new exhibition of student creativity produced in partnership with Groundwork Arts, a Morongo Valley non-profit organization. This group brings professional practicing artists into local community schools to provide innovative educational opportunities to students, teachers, and families. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/groundworkarts.htm Thu, 23 Mar 2023 05:56:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park management is excited to announce a new exhibition of student creativity produced in partnership with Groundwork Arts, a Morongo Valley non-profit organization. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/groundworkarts.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-implements-new-backpacking-permit-system.htm Wed, 01 Feb 2023 05:03:00 EST Backpackers can now obtain backpacking permits digitally at recreation.gov as of February 1, 2023, and the new system will be fully implemented on March 1, 2023. During the month of February as the system transitions, backpackers may continue to self-register at backcountry trailheads, and can book permits online for dates after March 1. After March 1, the self-registration, paper-based permits will be prohibited.  https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-implements-new-backpacking-permit-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/tempclosure49palms.htm Wed, 04 Jan 2023 01:20:00 EST Beginning January 9, 2023, and lasting through late March 2023, Joshua Tree National Park managers will close the 49 Palms Trail to allow necessary maintenance to take place. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/tempclosure49palms.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/nahmonth.htm Wed, 09 Nov 2022 09:50:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park management is pleased to join the National Park Service in celebrating Native American Heritage Month, and in honoring the 15 traditionally associated tribal communities as the original stewards of the land on which Joshua Tree National Park now sits. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/nahmonth.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-static-equilibrium.htm Wed, 28 Sep 2022 04:20:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park management is pleased to announce a new art exhibition by 2017 Joshua Tree National Park Artist-In-Residence Koichi Yamamoto. static equilibrium is a series of intaglio prints on Japanese kozo paper formed into kites that explore the dynamism and power of the wind. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-static-equilibrium.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-to-celebrate-desert-tortoise-week.htm Thu, 22 Sep 2022 06:39:00 EST Easily one of the most identifiable desert icons, the Desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii) is celebrated October 3-7, 2022 at desert conservation organizations such as national parks, zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, as well as in schools across the desert southwest. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-to-celebrate-desert-tortoise-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-into-the-mojave-desert-flora-exhibition.htm Mon, 29 Aug 2022 11:34:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park management is pleased to announce a new art exhibition by former Mojave National Preserve Artist in Residence, Mollie Doctrow. Into the Mojave is a series of black and white woodcut prints that explore complex forms of nature through shape, line, contrast, and rhythm, depicting natural forms accurately and expressively.  https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-art-gallery-opening-of-into-the-mojave-desert-flora-exhibition.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/update-pinto-basic-road-reopens-after-flood-event-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Fri, 19 Aug 2022 06:45:00 EST Pinto Basin Road has reopened after flood events damaged this roadway earlier in the week. Dirt is still present on the road and will remain short-term as weather forecasts predict additional rain over the weekend. Drive with caution. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/update-pinto-basic-road-reopens-after-flood-event-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-road-closure-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Wed, 17 Aug 2022 05:23:00 EST Due to recent flash flood damage, Pinto Basin Road (from Ocotillo to the south boundary) Geology Tour Road (from the northern gate to Berdoo Canyon) and the Big Horn Pass Road complex are temporarily closed. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-road-closure-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-proposes-a-wilderness-backcountry-permit-program.htm Fri, 12 Aug 2022 06:51:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park (JTNP) managers are proposing a program that would require a permit for wilderness backcountry overnight use in specified zones in the park.  https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-proposes-a-wilderness-backcountry-permit-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-road-closure-due-to-flooding.htm Mon, 08 Aug 2022 13:47:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park Road Closure Due to Flooding https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-road-closure-due-to-flooding.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-celebrates-new-multi-partner-visitor-center.htm Fri, 06 May 2022 09:50:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park (JTNP) announces the opening of the newest park visitor center facility and bookstore. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-celebrates-new-multi-partner-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-climbing-management-plan-public-scoping-extended-to-march-13-2022.htm Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:03:00 EST TWENTYNINE PALMS, CA—Due to the significant public interest in the Climbing Management Plan (CMP), Joshua Tree National Park (JTNP) is extending the public scoping comment period by two weeks.  https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-climbing-management-plan-public-scoping-extended-to-march-13-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/changes-to-superintendent-s-compendium-2022.htm Fri, 04 Feb 2022 07:13:00 EST Announcing changes to the Superintendent's Compendium. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/changes-to-superintendent-s-compendium-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/climbing-management-plan-begins-public-scoping.htm Thu, 13 Jan 2022 04:33:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park (JTNP) will begin Public Scoping on the Climbing Management Plan (CMP) on January 13, 2022. The Public Scoping period will run for 45-days, ending February 27. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/climbing-management-plan-begins-public-scoping.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/prepare-for-crowds-at-joshua-tree-national-park-november-2021.htm Tue, 23 Nov 2021 04:15:00 EST Winter holidays and the spring months are the busiest times of the year at Joshua Tree National Park. Crowded conditions create limited parking, full campgrounds, and lines at park entrances. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/prepare-for-crowds-at-joshua-tree-national-park-november-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-lifted-for-49-palms-hiking-trail-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Thu, 09 Sep 2021 05:00:00 EST The temporary closure of the 49 Palms Hiking Trail that began Monday June 14, 2021 has been lifted. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-lifted-for-49-palms-hiking-trail-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/california-arizona-ask-public-help-bats.htm Fri, 20 Aug 2021 10:54:00 EST Results from monitoring work this spring suggest that Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd), the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome (WNS) in bats, may be present in samples collected from multiple species in five counties across California and northwestern Arizona. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/california-arizona-ask-public-help-bats.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2020visitorspending.htm Tue, 29 Jun 2021 07:38:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report finds that 2.4 million visitors to Joshua Tree National Park spent over $122 million in local communities in 2020. These expenditures supported a total of 1,510 jobs, $60.1 million in labor income, $102 million in value-added, and $164 million in economic output in gateway economies. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2020visitorspending.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-announces-proposal-to-increase-camping-fees.htm Mon, 14 Jun 2021 05:40:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park (JOTR) proposes an increase in camping fees commensurate with customer demand and use. In the past five years, camp night stays have increased 23% and campgrounds are full almost half the year. The proposed increase of $5 per night per site will allow for additional park staff that will enhance customer service and offer a greater presence in campgrounds. This stronger presence will allow the park to better address common campground issues such as noise complaints, unattended food and trash disposal, graffiti, and campsite poaching.  https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-announces-proposal-to-increase-camping-fees.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/body-located-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Mon, 14 Jun 2021 05:35:00 EST The search for a Twentynine Palms man was suspended today after a body was located in Joshua Tree National Park. This multi-day effort was conducted by National Park Service, Joshua Tree Search and Rescue (JOSAR), California Highway Patrol Air Operations, and San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.   https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/body-located-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-49-palms-hiking-trail-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Fri, 11 Jun 2021 11:17:00 EST Beginning Monday June 14, 2021 Joshua Tree National Park managers will close the 49 Palms Trail to allow bighorn sheep undisturbed access to surface water. The park is under extreme drought conditions and herds in the area are increasingly reliant on the oasis spring to survive the hot summer months. The closure will remain in place until summer monsoons provide adequate rainfall to increase water availability. Park wildlife biologists will be monitoring the situation closely.   https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-49-palms-hiking-trail-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/june-11-2021-missing-person-search-initiated-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Fri, 11 Jun 2021 07:13:00 EST National Park Service received a report of a missing Twentynine Palms man on June 10, 2021. Patrick Lynn Welz, 38 was last seen on June 5 when he left to drive to Riverside to visit his father. Park staff located his truck in the Indian Cove parking lot on June 10.  https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/june-11-2021-missing-person-search-initiated-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missingperson.htm Mon, 24 May 2021 04:32:00 EST Joseph John Alvarez Espinosa (Joey), 20, of Oceanside, California, was last seen by a family member who dropped him off for a hike on Sunday, May 16, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missingperson.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2-4-million-visitors-2020.htm Mon, 01 Mar 2021 12:20:00 EST In 2020, Joshua Tree National Park was the 10th most visited national park. This was also the first time in seven years that Joshua Tree did not set an attendance record. The decrease in visitation is largely due to temporary closures in March, April, and May in response to the novel COVID-19 pandemic. March and April are traditionally the park’s two busiest months and the closures during these months had a significant impact on the park’s annual visitation. Visitation was up from 2019 during most months that the park was open to vehicles demonstrating the public’s desire to recreate in this desert park.   https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2-4-million-visitors-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/prepare-for-crowds-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Thu, 03 Dec 2020 03:57:00 EST Winter holidays and the spring months are the busiest times of the year at Joshua Tree National Park. Crowded conditions create limited parking, full campgrounds, and lines at park entrances. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/prepare-for-crowds-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/construction-in-joshua-tree-national-park-delayed-one-week.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2020 04:28:00 EST Construction in Joshua Tree National Park Delayed One Week https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/construction-in-joshua-tree-national-park-delayed-one-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/construction-along-roadway-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Thu, 01 Oct 2020 04:21:00 EST Construction Along Roadway in Joshua Tree National Park https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/construction-along-roadway-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/artist-in-resident-be-in-the-wildlife-exhibition.htm Thu, 17 Sep 2020 13:09:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park is partnering with Big Read Morongo Basin on a new art exhibition by Artist in Residence, Sharon Lee Hart.  https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/artist-in-resident-be-in-the-wildlife-exhibition.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/hiker-fatality-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Mon, 07 Sep 2020 02:04:00 EST At 7:00 pm on Saturday, September 5, 2020, a 20-year-old male was reported to be unconscious and in need of immediate aid in the Turkey Flats area of Joshua Tree National Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/hiker-fatality-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/nps-california-wildfire-utility-collaboration.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2020 08:23:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has issued permits to Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Southern California Edison (SCE) to perform wildfire prevention activities in 12 California national park units through a new public-private partnership that focuses on protecting park resources and streamlining communication between the NPS and utilities. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/nps-california-wildfire-utility-collaboration.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/modifying-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm Sat, 21 Mar 2020 06:09:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park, in response to Executive Order N-33-20 issued by the Governor of the State of California, is announcing additional modifications to operations to support federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/modifying-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-flash-floods-march-2020.htm Thu, 12 Mar 2020 12:01:00 EST Due to rain and flash flood activity on March 12, 2020, park officials have closed Pinto Basin Road, all dirt roads, and the Joshua Tree Visitor Center at this time. Additional roads and infrastructure in the park are subject to closure due to weather impacts. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-flash-floods-march-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-announces-art-exhibition.htm Mon, 07 Oct 2019 05:04:00 EST A multimedia art exhibition by ecologist and Joshua Tree National Park artist-in-residence Dr. Juniper Harrower, will open on Friday, October 18th, as the inaugural show at the new Black Rock Art Gallery located in Joshua Tree National Park. A Joshua Tree Love Story is a multimedia exhibition based on Harrower’s research on Joshua trees and their symbiotic relationships with pollinating moths and root fungi. Unique abstract paintings of the soil landscapes frame windows into the unseen and complex world of underground Joshua tree root and soil fungi relationships. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-announces-art-exhibition.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-to-conclude-shuttle-service.htm Mon, 23 Sep 2019 04:38:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park and the Morongo Basin Transit Authority will not be offering the free Roadrunner Shuttle Service in the fall of 2019. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-to-conclude-shuttle-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-to-hold-community-meetings.htm Mon, 16 Sep 2019 04:00:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park staff invites the public to attend a meeting exploring future park management strategies related to visitation and capacity issues. The park will host three open house meetings in October 2019 to discuss past visitor use and resource management actions, as well as current infrastructure and future plans. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-to-hold-community-meetings.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-fuels-reduction-project-to-begin.htm Wed, 04 Sep 2019 08:00:00 EST Starting September 9th, 2019, Joshua Tree National Park vegetation and fire management staff will resume removing non-native grasses and brush along Covington Flats Road. This work began in spring 2019 in response to heavy winter rains and higher than average growth. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-fuels-reduction-project-to-begin.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/seasonal-campground-openings-2019.htm Wed, 28 Aug 2019 10:35:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park staff will reopen all campgrounds on August 30, 2019 in anticipation of the upcoming busy season. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/seasonal-campground-openings-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-celebrates-83rd-birthday.htm Wed, 31 Jul 2019 08:23:00 EST The festivities will start at 10 am, Saturday, August 10 at the Oasis Visitor Center in Twentynine Palms, with other activities taking place throughout the morning. This event is open to the public, so come out and help wish Joshua Tree National Park a happy birthday! https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-celebrates-83rd-birthday.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-hiker-found-alive.htm Fri, 26 Jul 2019 05:00:00 EST The subject was located at 7:33 pm and was hiked out by responders. He was released with no injuries. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-hiker-found-alive.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/4-2-magnitude-earthquake-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Mon, 22 Jul 2019 06:46:00 EST At 9:26 am, the United States Geological Survey reported a 4.2 magnitude earthquake about 10 miles (16 km) from Twentynine Palms, CA. The earthquake was centered in Joshua Tree National Park near Live Oak. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/4-2-magnitude-earthquake-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-fire-threat-increases-over-holiday.htm Mon, 01 Jul 2019 08:37:00 EST Park officials want to remind visitors to be extra vigilant with fire during the upcoming 4th of July holiday. Using or possessing fireworks and firecrackers is prohibited (36CFR 2.38). https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-fire-threat-increases-over-holiday.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/keys-view-is-temporarily-closed.htm Wed, 19 Jun 2019 08:31:00 EST Park officials announced today a temporary closure in effect at Keys View because of a high number of bees in the area. Access to the area will be closed from June 24 until July 2 due to concerns over visitor safety. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/keys-view-is-temporarily-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/summer-campground-closures-for-2019.htm Thu, 06 Jun 2019 06:13:00 EST Six park campgrounds will experience partial or full closures during the summer months. All open campgrounds will be first-come, first-served during the summer. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/summer-campground-closures-for-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fossils-exhibit-of-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Wed, 05 Jun 2019 06:07:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park and the Western Science Center have partnered on an exhibit which features fossil specimens from around the area of the park during the Ice Age. From now until September 29th, visitors will be able to view approximately 30 paleontological specimens which include a camel, wolf, llama, horse, bison and mammoth. Also included are specimens of a bighorn and saber-toothed cat that were discovered on Bureau of Land Managment lands just south of the park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fossils-exhibit-of-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/single-vehicle-motorcycle-accident-results-in-air-evacuation.htm Mon, 20 May 2019 04:00:00 EST A male motorcycle operator was involved in a crash on Sunday at approximately 3:36 pm in the vicinity of the Pinto Wye intersection at Joshua Tree National Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/single-vehicle-motorcycle-accident-results-in-air-evacuation.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/rangers-arrest-two-suspected-in-series-of-auto-burglaries.htm Fri, 17 May 2019 04:00:00 EST On Tuesday evening, May 14, park law enforcement rangers arrested two individuals suspected of breaking into vehicles and stealing property within park boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/rangers-arrest-two-suspected-in-series-of-auto-burglaries.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-wonderland-hiker-found-alive-and-well.htm Thu, 16 May 2019 10:00:00 EST A 31 year old Namibian national who became separated with his hiking companion was found alive and well on Thursday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-wonderland-hiker-found-alive-and-well.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/search-underway-for-missing-hiker-in-the-wonderland.htm Thu, 16 May 2019 05:00:00 EST UPDATED: Missing party was found alive and well. Search efforts are underway in the park for a hiker who was last seen around 2 pm, Wednesday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/search-underway-for-missing-hiker-in-the-wonderland.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/yucca-valley-hiker-dies-on-trail.htm Fri, 12 Apr 2019 04:00:00 EST A 52 year old, Yucca Valley resident fell ill and despite efforts to resuscitate, died while hiking in the Black Rock area of Joshua Tree National Park on Thursday, April 11. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/yucca-valley-hiker-dies-on-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/serious-climbing-accident-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Thu, 04 Apr 2019 04:00:00 EST Rangers and emergency personnel responded to a climbing accident in the park on Wednesday. A Minnesota man in his 40s fell approximately 40 feet while climbing in the Quail Springs area of the park. A third party notified 911 who in turn contacted park protection rangers. The individual was evacuated by Riverside County Sheriff’s helicopter and taken to Desert Regional Hospital. The full extent of the man’s injuries is not known at this time. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/serious-climbing-accident-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/lost-horse-mine-trail-and-road-to-temporarily-close-for-preservation-work.htm Wed, 20 Mar 2019 08:00:00 EST Park staff and a team from the University of Vermont will be conducting a historic preservation project on the Lost Horse Mill structure that requires temporary road and trail closure for public safety. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/lost-horse-mine-trail-and-road-to-temporarily-close-for-preservation-work.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fuels-reduction-project-along-covington-flats-road-for-firefighter-safety-and-protection-of-joshua-trees.htm Wed, 13 Mar 2019 10:46:00 EST Starting March 11th, 2019, Joshua Tree National Park vegetation and fire management staff implemented fuels treatments along the Covington Flats road system in response to heavy winter rains and significant germination of nonnative annual grasses. The removal of annual grasses and brush reduces flame lengths and fire intensity along roadways in the event of a wildland fire. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fuels-reduction-project-along-covington-flats-road-for-firefighter-safety-and-protection-of-joshua-trees.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/youth-conservation-corps-2019.htm Wed, 06 Mar 2019 02:30:00 EST This summer, Joshua Tree National Park will sponsor a five week, Youth Conservation Corps program. Youths between the ages of 15 and 18 are encouraged to apply. To be eligible, applicants may not reach their 19th birthday during the program. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/youth-conservation-corps-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/road-closures-in-response-to-national-weather-service-advisory.htm Wed, 13 Feb 2019 07:00:00 EST Acting on the latest National Weather Service Advisory, park officials are preemptively closing Geology Tour Road and Berdoo Canyon Road. The National Weather Service has forecasted a “prolonged period of light to moderate rain across Southeast California beginning today (Wednesday) and lasting into Thursday evening. Highest rainfall amounts of 1-1.5 inches are expected to occur over Joshua Tree National Park." https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/road-closures-in-response-to-national-weather-service-advisory.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-replaces-historic-marker.htm Mon, 11 Feb 2019 03:03:00 EST Park cultural resource staff recently installed a to scale replica of what is known as the Worth Bagley Marker. The original marker was placed on the site of the 1943 shootout between William F. (Bill) Keys and Worth Bagley and stood on the side of the trail leading out to Wall Street Mill. The original stone was vandalized in 2014 and is now in the park’s museum for safekeeping. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-replaces-historic-marker.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/heavy-rains-cause-road-closures-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Sun, 03 Feb 2019 08:25:00 EST Due to heavy rain activity on Saturday, February 2, park officials have closed all dirt roads in the park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/heavy-rains-cause-road-closures-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-to-remain-accessible.htm Wed, 09 Jan 2019 12:50:00 EST By immediately utilizing revenue generated by recreation fees, National Park Service officials have been able to avert a temporary closure of Joshua Tree National Park that had been previously scheduled for January 10. In addition, recently closed areas of the park will once again be accessible to visitors starting January 10. Some visitor services, including campgrounds and entrance stations, will reopen utilizing recreation fee revenue. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-to-remain-accessible.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-to-temporarily-close-for-cleanup-and-repair.htm Tue, 08 Jan 2019 03:00:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park will temporarily close effective 8 am on Thursday, January 10, to allow park staff to address sanitation, safety, and resource protection issues in the park that have arisen during the lapse in appropriations. Park officials plan to restore accessibility to the park in addition to limited basic services in the coming days. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-to-temporarily-close-for-cleanup-and-repair.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-campgrounds-closed-during-government-shutdown.htm Mon, 31 Dec 2018 03:00:00 EST Park officials announced today that all campgrounds in the park will be closed effective noon on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. The park is being forced to take this action for health and safety concerns as vault toilets reach capacity. In addition to human waste in public areas, driving off road and other infractions that damage the resource are becoming a problem. Other closures are also in place. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-campgrounds-closed-during-government-shutdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/new-campground-procedures.htm Wed, 19 Dec 2018 05:20:00 EST Park officials announced today new policies and procedures with regards to campgrounds in Joshua Tree National Park. Reservations are required at Black Rock, Indian Cove, and Jumbo Rocks campgrounds during the busy season, October to May. Same day and advance reservations (up to six months in advance) can be made online at www.recreation.gov. During June through September all sites in these campgrounds are first-come, first-served. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/new-campground-procedures.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jumbo-rocks-campground-reservation-only.htm Mon, 03 Dec 2018 04:00:00 EST Campsites at Jumbo Rocks Campground are available during the peak season (October-May) by reservation only. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jumbo-rocks-campground-reservation-only.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/entrance-into-the-park-from-i-10-reopens.htm Thu, 25 Oct 2018 02:00:00 EST Park officials announced the reopening of Cottonwood Campground (loop B) after repairs were made due to damage by heavy rains. Access to the park of off I-10, via Pinto Basin Road is reopened. Visitors are asked to exercise caution when entering and exiting the park through the south entrance due to a short distance of single lane traffic and road repair crews working in the area. Cottonwood Oasis Trail and the parking lot at the trailhead will remain closed until further notice. For more information, call 760 367-5522. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/entrance-into-the-park-from-i-10-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/roadrunner-shuttle-bus-service-resumes-operation-on-november-2nd.htm Tue, 23 Oct 2018 01:00:00 EST The free Roadrunner Shuttle Service will commence on Friday, November 2, 2018 for the fall season and second year of the pilot program. The shuttle will operate on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays during the fall. Buses will run daily in March and April. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/roadrunner-shuttle-bus-service-resumes-operation-on-november-2nd.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/update-on-closures.htm Fri, 19 Oct 2018 08:00:00 EST Park staff continue to clean up and repair areas closed by heavy rains last week. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/update-on-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/opening-of-the-dr-james-buckner-luckie-study-center.htm Thu, 18 Oct 2018 06:01:00 EST This Saturday, October 20, the doors formally open to the Dr. James Buckner Luckie Study Center at Joshua Tree National Park. The study center was made possible through a generous donation of Susan Luckie Riley’s family home with the purpose of continuing Ms. Luckie’s life long study of desert ecology and her passion for land conservation. The center is located within the border of the park and provides a logistical and operational base for scientists conducting research in the Colorado and Mojave Deserts. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/opening-of-the-dr-james-buckner-luckie-study-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/clean-up-continues-after-heavy-rains.htm Sun, 14 Oct 2018 07:00:00 EST Staff continues clean up of roads and facilities at the park caused by heavy rains Friday night and in the early hours of Saturday morning. Pinto Basin Road is closed and probably will be for the next couple of days. Cottonwood Campground and Visitor Center are closed as well as access in and out of the park through the south entrance. All dirt roads are currently closed throughout the park. While the west entrance remains open, park officials are not recommending going in or out of the west entrance while debris is being cleared in the area. Electrical power is currently off at Black Rock. For current conditions or further information, call 760 367-5522. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/clean-up-continues-after-heavy-rains.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fortynine-palms-oasis-closed.htm Sat, 22 Sep 2018 04:00:00 EST Park officials announced that Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail will be closed from sunset on Tuesday, September 25 until noon on Thursday, September 27. Aerial search operations by helicopter will be active in the area as a continuation of the Miller search. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fortynine-palms-oasis-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/two-arrests-made-in-case-involving-human-remains-found-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Fri, 31 Aug 2018 08:00:00 EST Two arrests have been made in the suspected homicide of Henry Stange, 54, of Murrieta, whose remains were found inside Joshua Tree National Park on June 2, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/two-arrests-made-in-case-involving-human-remains-found-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/search-continues-for-hiker-missing-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Thu, 16 Aug 2018 05:12:00 EST This weekend, staff and volunteers from San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Search and Rescue and the National Park Service continued searching for missing hiker, Paul Miller of Canada. Over a month has passed since Miller, 51, was last seen on Friday, July 13th as he departed his hotel with the intention of hiking Fortynine Palms Oasis, a popular hiking trail. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/search-continues-for-hiker-missing-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-celebrates-82nd-birthday.htm Thu, 02 Aug 2018 07:29:00 EST On August 10, Joshua Tree National Park celebrates a birthday. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-celebrates-82nd-birthday.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/seasonal-campground-closures-2018.htm Tue, 05 Jun 2018 05:32:00 EST The following campgrounds will be closed June 8 - Labor Day: half of Cottonwood, Indian Cove, and Black Rock campgrounds; all of Belle and Ryan campgrounds. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/seasonal-campground-closures-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-lost-palms-oasis-hiker-found.htm Sat, 26 May 2018 13:00:00 EST A hiker reported overdue was found in the Lost Palms Oasis area late Friday afternoon. 36 year old, New Zealand native, Claire Nelson had been reported overdue by friends on Friday morning. Searchers from Joshua Tree National Park Search and Rescue, Riverside County Sheriff’s Dept and California Highway Patrol launched an immediate search. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-lost-palms-oasis-hiker-found.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/searchers-looking-for-hiker-in-lost-palms-oasis-area.htm Fri, 25 May 2018 07:46:00 EST There is currently a search operation underway in the Lost Palms Oasis area of Joshua Tree National Park. Claire Nelson, a 36 year old, white female from New Zealand has been reported overdue. On Tuesday she informed a friend that she intended to hike to Lost Palms Oasis and would be back on Wednesday. She has not been in contact with anyone since. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/searchers-looking-for-hiker-in-lost-palms-oasis-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-hiker-found-safe-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Sun, 20 May 2018 12:00:00 EST A 40 year old El Monte man who was reported late, was found by searchers alive and well. Ali Sandoval was reported overdue by family around 11pm, Saturday evening. His vehicle was located at the trailhead for Mastodon Peak and Lost Palms Oasis by family members and a search was launched at 7am, Sunday morning. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-hiker-found-safe-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/hikers-find-skeletal-remains-in-park.htm Mon, 07 May 2018 11:00:00 EST A group of hikers found human skeletal remains in the Stubbe Springs Loop area of Joshua Tree National Park on Thursday, May 3. Park rangers accompanied by Riverside County Sheriff’s Department investigators collected the remains and other evidence from the scene for testing and analysis by forensic specialists. At this time the identity of the subject is unknown. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/hikers-find-skeletal-remains-in-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-artist-in-residence-and-friendly-hills-elementary-team-up.htm Thu, 03 May 2018 05:55:00 EST Last month, park Artist in Residence, Jessica Bryant worked with 5th and 6th grade classes from Friendly Hills Elementary to create a series of three large paintings of park landscapes. During Bryant’s fall 2017 residency, students received instruction designed to enhance drawing skills while focusing on observation and value rendering. Much of this was accomplished on field trips to, and hiking in the national park. Subjects included sunrise at Cholla Cactus Garden, midday in Lost Horse Valley and sunset at Quail Springs. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-artist-in-residence-and-friendly-hills-elementary-team-up.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/tourism-to-joshua-tree-national-park-creates-182-717-500-in-economic-benefit.htm Fri, 27 Apr 2018 04:00:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 2,853,619 visitors to Joshua Tree National Park in 2017 spent $137,625,400 in communities near the park. That spending supported 1789 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $182,717,500. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/tourism-to-joshua-tree-national-park-creates-182-717-500-in-economic-benefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/hiker-missing-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Mon, 23 Apr 2018 08:00:00 EST A search is currently underway for a 76-year-old, white, male. His vehicle was found at the Quail Springs Day Use Area parking lot. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/hiker-missing-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-welcomes-community-volunteer-ambassador.htm Thu, 19 Apr 2018 11:00:00 EST At the start of National Volunteer Week we would like to introduce our Community Volunteer Ambassador, Nathaniel Young. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-welcomes-community-volunteer-ambassador.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-changes-entrance-fee-to-address-infrastructure-needs-and-improve-visitor-experience.htm Fri, 13 Apr 2018 04:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announced today that Joshua Tree National Park will modify its entrance fees beginning June 1, 2018 to provide additional funding for infrastructure and maintenance needs that enhance the visitor experience. Effective June 1, the park entrance fee will be $30 per vehicle or $25 per motorcycle. An annual park pass will cost $55. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-changes-entrance-fee-to-address-infrastructure-needs-and-improve-visitor-experience.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/man-arrested-and-charged-in-federal-court-for-setting-a-fire-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Thu, 29 Mar 2018 08:00:00 EST A Twentynine Palms man appeared in federal court yesterday afternoon on a federal charge alleging he illegally started the fire in the Oasis of Mara in Joshua Tree National Park on Monday night, March 26, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/man-arrested-and-charged-in-federal-court-for-setting-a-fire-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/update-on-fire-in-the-oasis-of-mara.htm Tue, 27 Mar 2018 06:00:00 EST An approximately two-and-one-half acre fire was reported Monday night at 9:15 p.m. in the Oasis of Mara directly behind the Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Center and Joshua Tree National Park Headquarters. The fire is being investigated as an arson by the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management and San Bernardino Fire. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/update-on-fire-in-the-oasis-of-mara.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fire-in-the-oasis-of-mara.htm Mon, 26 Mar 2018 18:58:00 EST Late on March 26, 2018, a fire was reported in the Oasis of Mara directly behind the Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Center and Park Headquarters. San Bernardino County Fire and National Park Service Fire staff responded. No structures were damaged in the blaze. An investigation is underway between San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department and the National Park Service as to cause. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fire-in-the-oasis-of-mara.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-hiker-found-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Thu, 15 Mar 2018 16:00:00 EST 54 year old attorney, Paul Hanks was found late Thursday afternoon by park search and rescue personnel. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-hiker-found-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/ycc-2018-applications-now-available.htm Mon, 12 Mar 2018 04:00:00 EST This summer, Joshua Tree National Park will sponsor a 9-week, Youth Conservation Corps program. Youths between the ages of 15 and 18 are encouraged to apply. To be eligible, applicants may not reach their 19th birthday during the program. Selected applicants will start work on June 18, 2018 and continue in the program until August 16, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/ycc-2018-applications-now-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-slatanic-area-of-rattlesnake-canyon-for-nesting-golden-eagles.htm Thu, 15 Feb 2018 02:32:00 EST he park superintendent, under the authority of Title 36 C.F.R., section 1.5(a)(1), has issued a temporary closure order for climbing in the Slatanic Area of Rattlesnake Canyon. Specific locations include: Witch Hunt, South of Heaven, Rattlesnake Buttress, Rattlesnake Forks, Margaret Thatcher Spire, The Stepping Stones, The Bulkhead, The Dunce Cap, Commissioner’s Buttress, and Corrugated Wall. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-slatanic-area-of-rattlesnake-canyon-for-nesting-golden-eagles.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-sets-new-visitation-record.htm Tue, 06 Feb 2018 05:15:00 EST Annual visitation grew from just over 2.5M in 2016 to 2,853,619 this past year. That is an increase of over 338,000 visitors to Joshua Tree National Park in 2017 and the continuation of four consecutive years of record visitation numbers. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-sets-new-visitation-record.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-announces-new-park-shuttle-service.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2018 03:00:00 EST Beginning February 1, 2018, park visitors will have a choice of driving into the park or taking a new shuttle bus service. Starting February 7, campers will be able to reserve campsites at Jumbo Rocks campground as well as Cottonwood campground on the Recreation.gov reservation system. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-announces-new-park-shuttle-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm Mon, 22 Jan 2018 04:12:00 EST During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, national parks will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. Park roads, lookouts, trails and open-air memorials at Joshua Tree National Park, will remain accessible to visitors, but emergency and rescue services will be limited. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/section-of-barker-dam-trail-closed-for-maintenance.htm Thu, 18 Jan 2018 04:16:00 EST A section of the popular Barker Dam Trail will be closed to visitors for trail maintenance from mid-January to mid-April. Due to the closure, visitors wanting to access the dam will be required to turn left at the trailhead and proceed clockwise on the trail. This closure is in effect, Monday through Thursday, 7 am to 3:30 pm. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/section-of-barker-dam-trail-closed-for-maintenance.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-proves-popular-holiday-destination.htm Thu, 28 Dec 2017 06:26:00 EST Thousands of visitors have descended on Joshua Tree National Park this holiday season breaking daily visitation records. Park officials are asking visitors to plan ahead, consider arriving earlier and to carpool to alleviate entry backups and parking shortages. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-proves-popular-holiday-destination.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-search-and-rescue-team-has-openings-for-new-volunteer-members.htm Wed, 27 Dec 2017 06:19:00 EST JOSAR is recruiting new volunteer members. No prior training or experience is required. Joshua Tree National Park provides extensive training in land searching, tracking, incident management and high-angle rope rescue techniques. You may participate as a rescue member, field searcher or in a support capacity for team operations and logistics. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-search-and-rescue-team-has-openings-for-new-volunteer-members.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-hiker-located.htm Sun, 26 Nov 2017 07:02:00 EST On Friday, November 24, 2017 Joshua Tree National Park received a report of a missing 18-year old male hiker. Joshua Tree Search and Rescue (JOSAR) volunteers, and National Park Service personnel began a preliminary search. The young man was identified in the park on Sunday morning, November 26, having just taken a few days longer than he anticipated to complete his hike. No further action is needed. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/missing-hiker-located.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-search-and-rescue-and-nps-personnel-search-for-missing-hiker.htm Sat, 25 Nov 2017 03:00:00 EST On Friday, November 24, 2017 Joshua Tree National Park received a report of a missing 18-year old male hiker. Joshua Tree Search and Rescue (JOSAR), and National Park Service personnel are involved in this preliminary search. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-search-and-rescue-and-nps-personnel-search-for-missing-hiker.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/public-meeting-for-proposed-reservation-system-and-shuttle.htm Tue, 24 Oct 2017 11:00:00 EST A public meeting regarding the proposed reservation system at Jumbo Rocks and Cottonwood Campgrounds is scheduled for November 1, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/public-meeting-for-proposed-reservation-system-and-shuttle.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/bodies-discovered-in-joshua-tree-national-park-identified.htm Fri, 20 Oct 2017 10:00:00 EST On Sunday, October 15, 2017 at approximately 11:30 a.m., Joshua Tree Search and Rescue (JOSAR) discovered two bodies in a remote region of Joshua Tree National Park. Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/bodies-discovered-in-joshua-tree-national-park-identified.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/two-bodies-discovered-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Sun, 15 Oct 2017 10:12:00 EST On Sunday, October 15, 2017 at approximately 11:30 a.m., hikers discovered two bodies in a remote region of Joshua Tree National Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/two-bodies-discovered-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/volunteer-at-joshua-tree-national-park-for-national-public-lands-day-2017.htm Tue, 19 Sep 2017 08:34:00 EST Volunteers are invited to Joshua Tree National Park to participate in the 24th Annual National Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 30, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/volunteer-at-joshua-tree-national-park-for-national-public-lands-day-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/road-closures-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Mon, 11 Sep 2017 08:48:00 EST Damage and debris caused by heavy rains over the weekend has resulted in several road closures.  https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/road-closures-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/family-seeks-the-public-help-in-search-for-couple-missing-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Fri, 25 Aug 2017 12:00:00 EST The families of the missing pair are offering a reward of $10,000 for any information that leads to the successful and safe return of Rachel Nguyen and Joseph Orbeso. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/family-seeks-the-public-help-in-search-for-couple-missing-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/families-schedule-press-conference-to-announce-award-for-missing-hikers.htm Wed, 23 Aug 2017 08:56:00 EST The families of missing hikers Rachel Nguyen and Joseph Orbeso have scheduled a press conference at Joshua Tree National Park on Saturday, August 26, to announce a reward for their safe return. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/families-schedule-press-conference-to-announce-award-for-missing-hikers.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-celebrates-designation-as-an-international-dark-sky-park.htm Mon, 14 Aug 2017 10:44:00 EST Saturday night, in a ceremony sponsored by Copper Mountain Community College, Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent David Smith accepted a plaque acknowledging the designation of the park as an International Dark Sky Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-celebrates-designation-as-an-international-dark-sky-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/search-continues-for-couple-missing-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Mon, 07 Aug 2017 11:52:00 EST Searchers having been looking for 10 days for a couple who disappeared in Joshua Tree National Park with few leads or traces. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/search-continues-for-couple-missing-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/couple-missing-in-joshua-tree-park.htm Sat, 29 Jul 2017 05:34:00 EST A search is currently underway for two individuals believed to be hiking in Joshua Tree National Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/couple-missing-in-joshua-tree-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/senior-pass-price-increase-to-take-effect-august-28.htm Wed, 12 Jul 2017 04:00:00 EST In order to meet requirements set by legislation passed by Congress in December 2016, the price of the America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Senior Pass will increase from $10 to $80. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/senior-pass-price-increase-to-take-effect-august-28.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/celebration-of-life-for-former-park-ranger-and-desert-advocate-susan-luckie-reilly.htm Mon, 03 Jul 2017 11:05:00 EST A Celebration of Life event for Susan Luckie Reilly will be held this Saturday, July 8th, 2017, at 10 AM, at the Bell Center on the campus of Copper Mountain College. The event is open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/celebration-of-life-for-former-park-ranger-and-desert-advocate-susan-luckie-reilly.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/former-park-ranger-and-desert-advocate-dies-at-101.htm Fri, 23 Jun 2017 07:24:00 EST Susan Luckie Reilly passed away yesterday, on her birthday, at 101 years old. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/former-park-ranger-and-desert-advocate-dies-at-101.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fire-crews-respond-to-brush-fire-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Wed, 21 Jun 2017 10:15:00 EST On June 21, at 10:27 am , a fire was reported in the Quail Springs area of Joshua Tree National Park. Quick action by fire crews and the lack of driving winds minimized the area affected. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/fire-crews-respond-to-brush-fire-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/seasonal-campground-closures-2017.htm Wed, 31 May 2017 07:46:00 EST In order to reduce maintenance costs and allow vegetation a bit of a breather, Joshua Tree will close a number of camping areas for the summer season. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/seasonal-campground-closures-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-stresses-fire-safety.htm Thu, 25 May 2017 07:44:00 EST The California Desert District of the Bureau of Land Management has declared a level of Stage 3 fire restrictions for the area ranging from Ridgecrest, CA to the border of Mexico. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-stresses-fire-safety.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-invites-you-to-take-a-hike.htm Mon, 17 Apr 2017 04:00:00 EST The park in cooperation with the Morongo Basin Healthcare District is inviting the public to come out and Take A Hike with park superintendent David Smith at 9am on April 23. Hikers will meet up and depart from Twin Tanks backcountry board, (located between Bell and White Tank campgrounds) and proceed on an approximately two mile loop. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-invites-you-to-take-a-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-offers-mobile-app-for-paying-entrance-fees.htm Tue, 11 Apr 2017 04:00:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park just made it easier and faster to get into the park. The park is now offering a free mobile app which will allow visitors to prepay entrance fees. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-offers-mobile-app-for-paying-entrance-fees.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-makes-it-easy-for-the-public-to-report-graffiti.htm Wed, 05 Apr 2017 17:27:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park as well as many other parks across the country, has experienced a notable increase in visitation in recent years. With that increase also means an increase of graffiti and acts of intentional vandalism within the park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-makes-it-easy-for-the-public-to-report-graffiti.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-asks-visitors-to-watch-out-for-wildlife.htm Wed, 29 Mar 2017 03:14:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park is asking visitors, specifically those driving in the park, to look out for wildlife on the roadways and in parking lots. In the past week, three desert tortoises have been killed by vehicles. Two of the tortoises were run over by vehicles in a campground. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshua-tree-national-park-asks-visitors-to-watch-out-for-wildlife.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-morongo-man-cliffs-for-nesting-raptors.htm Fri, 03 Mar 2017 03:34:00 EST The park superintendent has issued a closure order to all public entry and public use activities for the area described as “Morongo Man Cliffs” (approximately 1 km NW of Split Rock parking lot) due to the presence of a pair of nesting red-tailed hawks. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-morongo-man-cliffs-for-nesting-raptors.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jtnp-seeks-comments-on-off-highway-vehicle-restoration-grant-application.htm Thu, 02 Mar 2017 06:22:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park is inviting the public to comment on its 2016/17 preliminary restoration grant application to the California State Parks Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jtnp-seeks-comments-on-off-highway-vehicle-restoration-grant-application.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/plans-to-expand-cottonwood-visitor-center.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2017 07:45:00 EST The Park has implemented a planning process to expand the existing visitor facilities adjacent to the Cottonwood Visitor Center on the southern border of the park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/plans-to-expand-cottonwood-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/public-meeting-for-eagle-mountain-boundary-study.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2017 05:08:00 EST The Bureau of Land Management and the National Park Service will conduct a joint public meeting to discuss and hear comments on the Secretary of Interior’s proposal for the Eagle Mountain area. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/public-meeting-for-eagle-mountain-boundary-study.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jtnp-experiencing-record-visitation.htm Thu, 29 Dec 2016 04:48:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park is experiencing unprecedented visitation. All campgrounds are currently full and visitors can expect up to an hour wait time at the Joshua Tree entrance. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jtnp-experiencing-record-visitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jtnp-announces-jt-lab.htm Fri, 28 Oct 2016 06:13:00 EST Otis College of Art and Design has partnered with the park to create the Joshua Tree Art Innovation Laboratory (JT Lab), an initiative which will explore a variety of ways that artists can contribute to the overall mission of the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jtnp-announces-jt-lab.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/closed-area-violations.htm Thu, 13 Oct 2016 05:30:00 EST Due to recent thefts and closed area violations at Keys Ranch, the park is stepping up monitoring and enforcement of those in violation of no entry areas in and around the ranch site. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/closed-area-violations.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/volunteer-for-public-lands-day.htm Mon, 19 Sep 2016 06:26:00 EST Volunteers are invited to Joshua Tree National Park to participate in the 23 rd annual National Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 24. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/volunteer-for-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/nps-centennial.htm Wed, 17 Aug 2016 06:00:00 EST Join the park staff at Oasis Visitor Center on Thursday, August 25 at 10am for birthday cake and celebration of the National Park Service’s 100th birthday. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/nps-centennial.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/dave-larson-receives-recognition.htm Tue, 12 Jul 2016 05:18:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park Association employee Dave Larsen, was awarded one of only eight Department of Interior Individual Customer Service Awards given in 2016. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/dave-larson-receives-recognition.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/art-auction-benefits-two-park.htm Thu, 30 Jun 2016 07:06:00 EST Net proceeds from artwork purchased at auction will be donated to the Joshua Tree National Park Association and the Grand Teton National Park Foundation, in honor of the 2016 Centennial of the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/art-auction-benefits-two-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/keys-ranch-weekend.htm Wed, 15 Jun 2016 05:45:00 EST Venture into the heart of Joshua Tree National Park this weekend and visit the historic Keys Ranch homestead. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/keys-ranch-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/artist-in-residence-hosts-program.htm Tue, 14 Jun 2016 06:15:00 EST Joshua Tree Artist-in- Residence, Rebecca Reeve, will be giving a presentation of her work on Friday, June 17, at 9 pm in the Black Rock Nature Center. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/artist-in-residence-hosts-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/susanluckiereillybirthday.htm Wed, 08 Jun 2016 05:46:00 EST Longtime Twentynine Palms resident, desert advocate and former Joshua Tree National Park ranger, turns 100 years old this month. Susan Luckie Reilly was born in 1916, the same year the National Park Service was founded. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/susanluckiereillybirthday.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/dogdiesontrail.htm Thu, 02 Jun 2016 07:53:00 EST A pet dog died on the Lost Palms Oasis trail on Saturday afternoon, May 28, 2016, when two male park visitors from Long Beach, Calif., took the animal with them on a seven-mile desert hike. Pets are not permitted on trails in Joshua Tree National Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/dogdiesontrail.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/seasonal-campground-closures.htm Fri, 27 May 2016 11:31:00 EST Every year this time, summer temperatures rise and the number of campers decrease in the park. In order to reduce maintenance costs and allow vegetation a bit of a breather, Joshua Tree closes a number of camping areas. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/seasonal-campground-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshuatreeneedsyourhelp.htm Wed, 25 May 2016 07:08:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park has made it through the first round of the selection and will now compete with a group of twenty other parks and projects for a share of $2 million in grant funding. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/joshuatreeneedsyourhelp.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/bioblitz2016.htm Fri, 13 May 2016 05:10:00 EST Volunteers are invited to participate in Joshua Tree National Park’s BioBlitz, on May 21st, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/bioblitz2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/national-park-foundation-teams-up-with-coleman.htm Wed, 11 May 2016 06:10:00 EST The National Park Foundation and Coleman Company, Inc. are teaming up for the National Park Service’s Centennial year to encourage youth and their families to experience the great outdoors. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/national-park-foundation-teams-up-with-coleman.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/paleo-wall-at-joshua-tree-visitor-center.htm Wed, 04 May 2016 05:02:00 EST A new mural illustrating the living creatures that occupied the area in and around the park thousands of years ago is now on exhibit in the Joshua Tree Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/paleo-wall-at-joshua-tree-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/record-visitation-in-march-2016.htm Thu, 28 Apr 2016 05:35:00 EST Over 327,000 visitors to Joshua Tree National Park in March, set an all time record, up from 256,000 visitors in the same month in 2015. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/record-visitation-in-march-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/vandals-charged-for-grafitti.htm Tue, 26 Apr 2016 06:55:00 EST Park rangers operating on a tip from park visitors, apprehended and charged four subjects on a combination of charges to include defacing public property and possession of a controlled substance. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/vandals-charged-for-grafitti.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/hike-rescheduled.htm Mon, 25 Apr 2016 06:47:00 EST The Superintendent’s Hike up Quail Mountain has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 7. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/hike-rescheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/tourism-creates-economic-benefits.htm Thu, 21 Apr 2016 12:09:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 2,025,755 visitors to Joshua Tree National Park in 2015 spent $96,741,300 in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,341 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $128,226,700. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/tourism-creates-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/junior-ranger-day-2016.htm Thu, 07 Apr 2016 07:22:00 EST Sunday, April 17 is Junior Ranger Day at the park. Kids from 3 to 14 years old are invited to explore, learn and protect while taking part in fun programs and earning a junior ranger badge. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/junior-ranger-day-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park-program.htm Thu, 17 Mar 2016 10:06:00 EST In celebration of the National Park Service’s Centennial year, the agency has created a program where every 4th grader is eligible to visit the park with their family for free. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/artist-in-residence-presentations.htm Sat, 05 Mar 2016 04:33:00 EST Current Artist-in-Residence, Sarah Tourjee will host programs at Oasis Visitor Center on March 10 at 11:00 am and again on March 11, 8:00 pm at Jumbo Rocks Amphitheater. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/artist-in-residence-presentations.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/josar_newvolunteers.htm Fri, 29 Jan 2016 04:30:00 EST JOSAR is recruiting new volunteer members. No prior training or experience is required. Joshua Tree Search and Rescue provides extensive training in land searching, tracking, incident management and high-angle rope rescue techniques. You may participate as a rescue member, field searcher or in a support capacity for team operations and logistics. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/josar_newvolunteers.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/centennial-hiking-challenge.htm Wed, 20 Jan 2016 09:06:00 EST You are invited to stop by any visitor center at the park and pick up your free Centennial Hiking Challenge booklet. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/centennial-hiking-challenge.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2015_2millionvisitors.htm Tue, 29 Dec 2015 04:30:00 EST This year Joshua Tree National Park set a new park visitation record. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/2015_2millionvisitors.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/air_lecture.htm Wed, 09 Dec 2015 06:08:00 EST Current artist-in-residence, Kim Zitzow will discuss methodology and research with respect to her current project at Joshua Tree National Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/air_lecture.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/feefreedays_2016.htm Wed, 02 Dec 2015 07:13:00 EST The National Park Service turns 100 years old in 2016 and wants everyone to celebrate! All national parks, including Joshua Tree National Park will waive entrance fees on 16 special days in 2016. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/feefreedays_2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/FeeFree_VeteransDay.htm Thu, 05 Nov 2015 03:57:00 EST In honor of our nation’s veterans and the sacrifices they make, Veteran’s Day, November 11th will be an entrance fee free day in the park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/FeeFree_VeteransDay.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/nightskyfestival.htm Wed, 14 Oct 2015 03:19:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park will host the 2015 Joshua Tree National Park Night Sky Festival this weekend, beginning Friday, October 16th and ending Sunday, October 18th. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/nightskyfestival.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/minor-flooding.htm Thu, 27 Aug 2015 09:59:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park experienced flooding on the Twentynine Palms section of the park road yesterday afternoon. The road did not officially close, but was strewn with considerable debris. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/minor-flooding.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/barker-dam-restoration.htm Tue, 21 Apr 2015 05:15:00 EST Over the last year and half, professional conservators from the University of New Mexico helped Joshua Tree National Park develop a method of mitigating scratched graffiti at Barker Dam, a significant historic site that is located on a popular trail within the Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/barker-dam-restoration.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/hiker-rescue.htm Fri, 03 Apr 2015 06:11:00 EST On April 2, 2015, a 17-year-old hiker became wedged between rocks. Several agencies responded to free the individual. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/hiker-rescue.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/volunteers-needed.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2015 06:12:00 EST Park vegetation crew is seeking volunteers to help with the control of the invasive Sahara mustard plant. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/volunteers-needed.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/mlkjrdayfeefree2015.htm Tue, 13 Jan 2015 08:27:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park, Twentynine Palms, CA – On Monday, January 19th 2015, Joshua Tree National Park will join the other 400 plus units of the National Park Service in commemorating Dr. King and his contribution to civil rights in the U.S., by waiving entrance fees to the park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/mlkjrdayfeefree2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-road-to-be-repaved.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2014 09:56:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park staff are excited to announce that the Yucca Valley Town Council has voted unanimously to repair the Black Rock Canyon Road. This road serves as the main entrance into the western portion of Joshua Tree National Park, leading directly to one of the busiest campgrounds and to Black Rock Nature Center. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/black-rock-road-to-be-repaved.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/david-smith-named-as-joshua-tree-superintendent.htm Thu, 17 Jul 2014 07:51:00 EST David Smith has been selected as the new superintendent for Joshua Tree National Park in California. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/david-smith-named-as-joshua-tree-superintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/enjoy-a-safe-fourth-of-july-holiday.htm Wed, 02 Jul 2014 07:52:00 EST We welcome visitors to enjoy Joshua Tree National Park this Fourth of July. Due to excessive heat, drier than normal conditions and high fire danger we encourage you to read the following tips and reminders to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday for everyone. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/enjoy-a-safe-fourth-of-july-holiday.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-will-close-some-campgrounds-for-summer-season.htm Thu, 29 May 2014 07:27:00 EST Park Will Close Some Campgrounds for Summer Season https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-will-close-some-campgrounds-for-summer-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-employees-receive-national-recognition-for-valor.htm Thu, 08 May 2014 11:16:00 EST Two park employees receive recognition for valor for actions taken while on duty. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/park-employees-receive-national-recognition-for-valor.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/climbing-area-temporarily-closed-for-nesting-raptors.htm Thu, 10 Apr 2014 08:21:00 EST Nesting raptors cause temporary closure of "Towers of Uncertainty" climbing area. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/climbing-area-temporarily-closed-for-nesting-raptors.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/annual-butterfly-count-reveals-rare-find.htm Tue, 08 Apr 2014 06:14:00 EST A butterfly species new to Joshua Tree National Park was discovered in the Cottonwood area. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/annual-butterfly-count-reveals-rare-find.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/busy-weekend-for-search-and-rescue-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Tue, 01 Apr 2014 03:38:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Protection Rangers, along with volunteer Joshua Tree Search and Rescueteam members (JOSAR) responded to several incidents in the park this weekend. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/busy-weekend-for-search-and-rescue-at-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/climbing-and-bouldering-routes-temporarily-closed-due-to-nesting-raptors.htm Fri, 28 Mar 2014 07:19:00 EST The climbing routes affected by this closure include: Patagonia Pile-(East and West Faces), The Head, Labor Dome and Wall of Biblical Fallacies. Bouldering routes in the closure area include: Iron Door Cave, Voices, Tidal Wave, Tilt-O-Meter, Lizzy, Dino’s Egg, and Chuckwalla bouldering area. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/climbing-and-bouldering-routes-temporarily-closed-due-to-nesting-raptors.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/acting-superintendent-named-to-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Mon, 10 Mar 2014 09:40:00 EST Andrea Compton, Chief of Resources Management, has been appointing Acting Superintendent for Joshua Tree National Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/acting-superintendent-named-to-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/youth-conservation-corp-applications-available.htm Wed, 05 Mar 2014 08:03:00 EST Applications are being accepted for the 2014 Youth Conservation Corp programs at Joshua Tree National Park. Applications are available at park headquarters in Twentynine Palms, CA. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/youth-conservation-corp-applications-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jotr-tourism-creates-economic-benefits.htm Mon, 03 Mar 2014 11:27:00 EST Tourism to Joshua Tree National Park Creates Over $6.2 Million in Economic Benefit Report shows visitor spending supports 770 jobs in local economy https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jotr-tourism-creates-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/local-artist-honored-in-department-of-interior-gallery.htm Wed, 26 Feb 2014 03:36:00 EST Local photographer, David Jesse McChesney, will have his stunning image added to a collection of parklands images. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/local-artist-honored-in-department-of-interior-gallery.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/climbing-routes-temporarily-closed-for-nesting-raptors.htm Mon, 24 Feb 2014 11:32:00 EST Climbing routes near Indian Cove Campground closed due to nesting raptors. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/climbing-routes-temporarily-closed-for-nesting-raptors.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/pinto-basin-road-construction-project-to-begin-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm Wed, 29 Jan 2014 09:35:00 EST A road construction project on the Pinto Basin Road is set to begin in Joshua Tree National Park, February 10, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/pinto-basin-road-construction-project-to-begin-in-joshua-tree-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/020114_phenologyworkshop.htm Mon, 27 Jan 2014 06:29:00 EST Joshua Tree National park hosts a Phenology Workshop, February 1, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/020114_phenologyworkshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/012414_butlerretirement.htm Fri, 24 Jan 2014 06:20:00 EST Mark Butler, Superintendent of Joshua Tree National Park announces retirement after almost 38 years of service. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/012414_butlerretirement.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/news010214.htm Thu, 02 Jan 2014 06:16:00 EST Kennya Pimentel, a 20-year-old resident of Las Vegas, Nevada, fell Wednesday, January 1, while climbing Hemmingway Buttress in Joshua Tree National Park. Ms Pimentel fell about six feet and became wedged in a crevice. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/news010214.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/news121813.htm Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:00:00 EST Joshua Tree and NatureBridge will explore youth-oriented residential environmental science programs in the park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/news121813.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/news120713a.htm Sat, 07 Dec 2013 08:39:00 EST John Tierny received the Artist of Distinction Award and Robert Fogal, David Green, John Greenfield, and Karine Swinson were each honored with Artist Awards. Over 300 people attended the opening reception and awards ceremony at the 29 Palms Art Gallery. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/news120713a.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/news120413a.htm Wed, 04 Dec 2013 07:08:00 EST A doctor and a park ranger will lead a 45-minute walk around the Oasis of Mara on Friday, December 6 at 10 am. The benefits of exercise will be emphasized and participants will also learn about the history of the area. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/news120413a.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/kvconstruct.htm Fri, 30 Mar 2007 20:00:00 EST Reconstruction of Keys View Road will begin Monday, April 2. Cap Rock Nature Trail and picnic area will not be affected but delays of up to 30 minutes should be anticipated by those driving between Cap Rock and Keys View Overlook. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/kvconstruct.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/feesrise.htm Sun, 11 Feb 2007 19:00:00 EST Effective March 1, 2007, camping fees at Joshua Tree National Park will increase by $5 per night. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/feesrise.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/josar25.htm Tue, 23 Jan 2007 19:00:00 EST On January 13th, 60 former and current members of JOSAR, the park’s search and rescue team, gathered at the 29 Palms Elk Lodge to celebrate 25 years of dedicated service and saving lives. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/josar25.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/07grants.htm Mon, 22 Jan 2007 19:00:00 EST Three PhD candidates have been awarded grants for research to be conducted in Joshua Tree National Park during 2007. Funding for the program is provided by the Lee Family Foundation and the Joshua Tree National Park Association. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/07grants.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/birdcount06.htm Tue, 12 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST On Sunday, December, 31, 2006, Joshua Tree National Park will hold its annual Christmas Bird Count. Interested birdwatchers are invited to participate in the Joshua Tree count, which will begin at 7:30 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/birdcount06.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/newfedpass.htm Tue, 12 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/newfedpass.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/photowkshp.htm Tue, 14 Nov 2006 19:00:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park will offer a photography workshop on Saturday, November 25. Park Volunteer Doug Vernucci will lead the workshop. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/photowkshp.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/vetsfree.htm Tue, 07 Nov 2006 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/vetsfree.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/publiclandsday.htm Thu, 21 Sep 2006 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, September 30, Joshua Tree National Park will not collect entrance fees to celebrate National Public Lands Day. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/publiclandsday.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/feeincrease.htm Wed, 09 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST Members of the public are invited to comment on proposed camping fee increases at Belle, Cottonwood, Hidden Valley, Jumbo Rocks, Ryan, and White Tank campgrounds. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/feeincrease.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/0723fire.htm Sat, 22 Jul 2006 20:00:00 EST Lightning from scattered thunderstorms created two new wildfires in Joshua Tree National Park Saturday evening. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/0723fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/708fire.htm Fri, 07 Jul 2006 20:00:00 EST Firefighters continued battling two lightning-caused wildfires that ignited on Friday afternoon. Both fires are located in the remote Little San Bernardino Mountains. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/708fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jtvcexhibits.htm Sun, 02 Jul 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jtvcexhibits.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/0702fire.htm Sat, 01 Jul 2006 20:00:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent Curt Sauer announced that Park Boulevard and Jumbo Rocks Campground would reopen this Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. The road and campground were closed yesterday and today due to a lightning-caused wildfire. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/0702fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/ohvgrant.htm Thu, 29 Jun 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/ohvgrant.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/nofires.htm Wed, 28 Jun 2006 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Curt Sauer announced that, until further notice, no charcoal or wood fires will be allowed anywhere within Joshua Tree National Park. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/nofires.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/campclose06.htm Sun, 04 Jun 2006 20:00:00 EST Joshua Tree National Park will close some campsites on June 12. These facilities will reopen for Columbus Day weekend, October 7, 8, and 9, or earlier if necessary to accommodate increased park visitation. https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/campclose06.htm https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jtvc.htm Tue, 23 May 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/jotr/learn/news/jtvc.htm