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News Release Date: November 15, 2024
Contact:
Joe Newton, (760) 367-5549
Extensive public engagement followed by NPS review led to the determination that the park’s proposed updated campground and tour fees were comparable to fees charged by similar nearby campgrounds and tours. The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (FLREA) requires that recreational fees are appropriate to the benefits and services provided and are reviewed and updated regularly. Joshua Tree National Park utilizes the majority of revenue collected through entrance and camping fees to provide visitor services and maintain public facilities such as campgrounds. Joshua Tree National Park’s fees will change as follows.
| Campground | Current Fee | New Fee |
| Black Rock Equestrian | $20 | $35 |
| Black Rock | $25 | $35 |
| Cottonwood | $25 | $35 |
| Cottonwood Group | $35 - $45 | $55 |
| Indian Cove | $25 | $35 |
| Indian Cove Group | $35 - $55 | $55 |
| Jumbo Rocks | $20 | $30 |
| Ryan | $20 | $30 |
| Belle | $15 | $25 |
| Hidden Valley | $15 | $25 |
| White Tank | $15 | $25 |
| Sheep Pass | $40 - $50 | $55 |
| Expanded Amenity Fee | Current Fee | New Fee |
| Key’s Ranch Tour: | $1 - $10 | $10 - $20 |
| General Admission | $10 | $20 |
| Youth 6-11 years | $5 | Eliminate |
| Senior | $5 | $10 |
| Child < 6 years | $1 | Eliminate |
| Youth 4-11 years | Proposed | $10 |
| Youth < 4 years | Proposed | $1 |
Last updated: November 15, 2024