Alerts & Conditions

Alerts

 
palm trees in front of kelso depot
The historic Kelso Depot offers a shaded oasis at the junction of two roads within the preserve.

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Facility Status

Closed:

  • Kelso Depot Visitor Center (Due to HVAC system failure)
  • Hole-in-the-Wall restrooms (Alternatives available in nearby picnic area)
  • Barstow Headquarters
  • Some paved roads (See Road Conditions for details)
 
  • All passport stamps for Mojave National Preserve and Castle Mountains National Monument are available at the Hole-In-The-Wall Information Center. You can even download a PDF form and put in your desired date for the stamp remotely
  • 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.
Mojave National Preserve cooperates with internal and external emergency services, which can be contacted dialing 911.
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.
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.
 
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Road Conditions

What's the road to Kelso Dunes like? Can my vehicle get to Cima? See the latest road condition reports.

A rainbow in a darkened sky over Kelso Dunes with creosote in the background.

Weather

In winter, freezing temperatures and strong winds can be expected, with rain and snow in the mountains. In summer, prepare for hot hot heat.

Picnic table, fire pit, and desert bluffs at Hole-in-the-Wall Campground

Camping

Camping is very popular in Mojave National Preserve!

Round Stamp with text Mojave National Preserve, Hole in the Wall, CA OCT 31 1994

Passport to Your National Parks

Stop by one of our visitor centers, or download an editable stamp PDF sheet

 

Last updated: December 2, 2022

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

2701 Barstow Road
Barstow , CA 92311

Phone:

(760) 252-6100
For emergencies including vehicle breakdowns, dial 911

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