Joshua Tree National Park Announces Poetry-in-the-Parks with Jodie Hollander

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Joshua Tree National Park staff are excited to announce poetry-in-the-park. Join poet Jodie Hollander for a series for a series of free poetry sessions in September 22-24 at various locations throughout the park. Advanced registration will be required for sessions and is limited to 25 participants. To register please email e-mail us .   Hollander’s work … Read more

California National Parks Prepare for Hilary

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Joshua Tree national Park and Death Valley National Park Prepare for Flash Flood Dangers from Tropical Storm Hilary with Closures Joshua Tree National Park , Ca – August 19, 2023 – Due to Tropical Storm Hilary, Joshua Tree National Park today Closed the entire park until Monday August 21st and Death Valley National Park started … Read more

Explore California’s Top Nine National Parks: Ranking and Unforgettable Highlights

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We Asked Chat GPT to Rank the Nine California National Parks and It gave us some surprising Results California is blessed with an abundance of natural wonders, and its national parks are a testament to the state’s diverse landscapes and breathtaking beauty. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, nature lover, or adventure seeker, these nine national … Read more

MLK Day Celebrates By National Parks With Free Entrance Days

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Martin Luther King Day on Monday is 2023 First Free Entrance Day in National Parks National Parks- January13, 2023 – In honor of the Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., national parks will waive entrance fees for everyone on Monday, January 16, 2023, as the first fee free day of the year . It is also … Read more

Temporary Road Closure at Joshua Tree National Park

Tuesday afternoon, August 16, 2022, Joshua Tree National Park experienced a massive rainstorm concentrated in the southern area of the park. Road crews are working hard to assess the situation and repair damage. As of this morning, August 17, 2022: Pinto Basin Road is closed from Ocotillo to the south boundary;Geology Tour Road is closed … Read more

Temporary Closure of 49 Palms Hiking Trail Joshua Tree National Park

Drought and Animal Safety Closes Popular Hiking Trail in Joshua Tree On June 1, 2022, Joshua Tree National Park managers closed 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 … Read more

NATIONAL PARKS WEEK FOCUS ON SPARK CONNECTIONS

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Celebrate National Park Week 2022  April 16 to 24!  National Parks USA- April 15, 2022 – The Kick off of the spring and summer season across the nation in our National parks will start Saturday April 16 with a Free Access Pass to all our National Parks. Each year across the nation the National Parks … Read more

AutoCamp Opens 4th Location in Joshua Tree National Park

New Out Door Hospitality Experience for Joshua Tree Visitors Joshua tree National Park – Winter 2021 Edition – AutoCamp  will open a new Joshua Tree location on Dec. 16, offering the unique outdoor hospitality experience amongst the famed Joshua Trees and subtle rock formations. The 25-acre property located adjacent to Joshua Tree National Park will … Read more

Temporary Closure of Odell Road in Joshua Tree National Park

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Joshua Tree National Park – November 16, 2021- For three days, Tuesday, November 16; Thursday, November 18; and, Monday, November 22, 2021, Joshua Tree National Park managers will close a section of Odell Road north of Queen Valley Road for visitor and staff safety. This temporary closure will allow the park to continue to repair damage to vegetation and soils caused … Read more

National Park Week Kickoffs Saturday April 17

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Free National Parks Admission on Saturday across the Nation Saturday April 17th 2021 We kickoff a week long celebration of National Parks. families and visitors an enjoy free admission on Saturday to any national park across the country. Each National Park week has themed days top enhance user experiences in the parks. Saturday April 17th … Read more

National Park Week Celebrating Nation’s Parks and American Heritage April 17- 24 2021

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Celebrate, Recreate Responsibly and Support Our National Parks WASHINGTON – The Department of the Interior announced that National Park Week  – an annual weeklong celebration of America’s national parks – will run from April 17 to April 25. National Park Week encourages the public to explore the vast network of our national parks, sacred sites, and historical … Read more

Joshua Tree National Park Anticipates Extremely Busy Spring Season

March and April are traditionally the busiest times of the year at Joshua Tree National Park. The park expects high visitation during spring 2021 based off recent visitation trends. A typical spring day includes limited parking, full campgrounds, and a line to get into the park. The three best ways to prepare for a visit … Read more