Joshua Tree National Park
CAModerate crowdsTypical levels. Popular trailheads may fill by midday.
$30/vehicle3.0M annual visitors
Visitor levels at Joshua Tree are sitting at about average for May. The main trailheads and viewpoints will have some company, but nothing unmanageable. The park service has posted 2 caution notices, mostly advisory, but worth reading before you go. Entry is $30 per vehicle, or free with an America the Beautiful pass.
Last updated May 25, 2026 at 9:18 AM
Active Alerts(2)
Caution
Oasis of Mara Trail Partial Closure
Due to a heavy flooding event, the Oasis of Mara Trail is closed past the Oasis.
Caution
Inaccurate Third-Party Apps
Some third-party hiking apps are providing inaccurate trail and safety information to users. Please use the official NPS app for accurate information.
7-Day Crowd Forecast
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Community Reports
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