AlertsMost Primary and Secondary Roads are OPENCima Road Closed through late June 2024. Some navigation apps on smartphones will show closed roads that are now open. Please consult the Road Conditions page for the latest information.
Facility StatusEffective July 4th, 2024CLOSED:
OPEN:
Road Conditions
Check here first to see what road conditions could affect your visit to Mojave. Weather
In winter, expect freezing temperatures and strong winds with occasional snow. Summer brings very high temperatures & strong thunderstorms Camping and Campgrounds
Camping is in tents, RVs, vans, and more but prepare for possible crowds on weekends. Fire Restrictions
Fire safety is everyone's responsibility. Know before you go where fires are allowed. All fires are prohibited during windy conditions. Some Questions You Might Have
Mojave National Preserve cooperates with internal and external emergency services, which can be contacted dialing 911.
As of February 2023, the Lava Tube requires a heavy duty four-wheel-drive vehicle to enter the lava tube area from Valley View Ranch Road or the Mojave Road. Motorists are not allowed to drive on the Kelbaker Road. Be prepared to enter and exit the area on a long rough dirt road. Use of Kelbaker Road between Kelso and Baker is subject to safety hazards related to an active construction zone, and could result in a traffic citation.
What do we mean by heavy duty four-wheel drive? For the trip on the mojave Road and Valley View Ranch Road, you will need off road rated tires that have heavy duty sidewalls. Most all wheel drive SUV vehicles come with highway rated tires with thin sidewalls. You will need a vehcile equiped with skid plates and other drive train protection. you will also need a vehicle that has a low range transfer case. Most SUVs and All Wheel Drive Vehicles are not properly equiped to visit the Lava Tube at this time. The Mojave National Preserve bookstore is run by our nonprofit partner, the Western National Parks Association. The bookstore is currently located at Hole-in-the-Wall Information Center. An online store is also available for virtual visitors to the preserve. Search for "Mojave National Preserve" in the online bookstore.
Check here for current fire restrictions and regulations
Loading weather forecast... |
Last updated: July 4, 2024