COVID-19 Response and Facility Status
The National Park Service and Mojave National Preserve is working service-wide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic. Based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, access to Mojave National Preserve is as follows:
OPEN:
Hole-In-The-Wall Information Center, All Trails, Most Restrooms, All Roads, Mid Hills Campground, Hole-In-The-Wall Campground
CLOSED:
Kelso Depot Visitor Center (Due to HVAC System Failure), Hole-In-The-Wall Restrooms (Alternatives available in nearby picnic area)
While the listed areas are accessible for visitors to enjoy, a return to full operations will continue to be phased, and services may be limited. When recreating, please follow local area health orders and recreate responsibly by keeping social distance, wearing a face covering when social distance cannot be maintained, avoiding high risk activities, and staying home if you feel sick.
The CDC has offered guidance to help people recreating in parks and open spaces prevent the spread of infectious diseases. We will continue to monitor all park functions to ensure that visitors adhere to CDC guidance for mitigating risks associated with the transmission of COVID-19 and take any additional steps necessary to protect public health.
Can I still get a National Park Cancelation Stamp, Park Map, or Junior Ranger Booklet?
- All Passport to your national park stamps for Mojave National Preserve and Castle Mountains National Monument are available at the Hole-In-The-Wall Information Center
- Junior Ranger Programs can be downloaded and printed at home. Junior Ranger badges and books can also be obtained in person at Hole-In-The-Wall Information Center. This is subject to ranger staffing. In person materials are subject to change without notice.
- You can write Mojave National Preserve e-mail us or call us at (760)252-6100 to obtain cancelation stamps, junior ranger books, and Junior Ranger Badges. Please leave us a postal mail address in your email or voicemail message to send the requested materials
Are roads open?
All roads are open unless otherwise noted on the park's Current Conditions page.
Are restrooms available?
Most restrooms are available throughout the park. Flush toilets are available near the parking area at Kelso Depot. All other restrooms are the vault toilet variety.
Can I spend the night at Mojave National Preserve?
Campgrounds are open. Camping is first-come, first-served. Visitors can pay the $12 fee cash or check at the self-service information board at Hole-in-the-Wall and/or Mid Hills Campgrounds. Groups of 15 to 50 can call Mojave National Preserve at (760)252-6100 to make reservations for the Black Canyon Equestrian & Group Campgrounds. Learn more about group camping here.
What recreational activities are available?
Hiking, rock climbing, sightseeing, and more are all possible. Please follow CDC guidelines and recreate responsibly check out our Things to do Page
Are emergency services available?
Mojave National Preserve cooperates with internal and external emergency services, which can be contacted dialing 9-1-1
Are ranger walks and other ranger-led programs available?
Evening programs, ranger walks, and ranger talks are not currently available. Visitors are invited to learn more about the park by viewing one of our virtual presentations on our video channel.
Is the bookstore open?
The Mojave National Preserve bookstore is run by our nonprofit partner, the Western National Parks Association. Their bookstore is located within Kelso Depot, which is closed. Their online store is open while Kelso Depot remains closed. Search for "Mojave National Preserve" in their online bookstore
