Joshua Tree NPS

The Fortynine Palms and Cholla Cactus Garden trails are closed! Here's the details ⬇️

🌴49 Palms:
- Closed on weekdays, and open on weekends
- Park staff are repairing parts of the trail damaged by rain earlier in the season
- We expect to fully reopen the trail in late spring!

The desert is a cycle of endings and beginnings. Old leaves fall and new ones bloom. Towering rocks that have stood for millions of years are eroded by gentle wind. In the desert, today will never look the same as tomorrow and that is beautiful. 🌱

Happy New Years 🫶

Things are dashing and dancing and prancing at Joshua Tree National Park! Prepare for holiday traffic this upcoming week. Arrive early, have a plan, and be flexible. 🫶🌵

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It’s International Volunteer Day 💞

Thank you for your dedication and heart-felt contribution that has served over 3 million visitors annually. It wouldn’t be the same without you. 🫂

Contact jotr_volunteers@nps.gov to learn about volunteer opportunities. 💌

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🚨West entrance will be closed Wednesday to Friday🚨

Joshua Tree's west entrance will be closed to all traffic from 6am Dec. 3 to 6pm Dec. 5. The project is in its final phase. We're grateful for your patience and excited to welcome visitors to the new entrance soon!

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