May I bring my dog to the park?
While pets are allowed in the park, their activities are restricted. They must be on a
leash at all times and cannot be more than 100 feet from a road, picnic area, or
campground; they are prohibited from trails, and they must never be left unattended-
not even in a vehicle per California state law.
What time does the park close?
The park is always open and may be visited anytime of day or year. Although,
unattended vehicles many not be parked outside of campgrounds or backcountry
registration boards between 10p.m. and 6 a.m.
Do I need to make campground reservations?
Reservations may be made for sites at Black Rock, Indian Cove, and all group sites by
calling 1-877-444-6777 or online. Other campgrounds
http://www.nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/camping.htm are first-come, first-served and fill
quickly on weekends and during spring break. During the summer reservations are
only taken for group sites.
What will the weather be like this weekend?
Always check the weather forecast before you leave home but remember that
temperature changes of 40 degrees within 24 hours are common. Be prepared. Bring a
variety of clothes that you can layer on and off as conditions change.
When will the wildflowers be at their best?
The extent and timing of wildflower blooms vary from year to year depending upon rains
at the right time, warm-enough temperatures to produce flower stalks but not so warm
as to dry out the plants, the plant’s elevation and the type of plant. Blooms and locations
are posted on the park website http://www.nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/blooms.htm and
at visitor centers as they are observed.
Joshua Tree National Park 74485 National Park Drive Twentynine Palms, CA 92277-3597
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