Joshua Tree National Park
Up Close Show: Rock Rumble Royale bouldering competition coming to JTNP
The Inaugural "29 Palms Rock Rumble Royale: A Bouldering Competition and Conservation Event" is coming to Joshua Tree National Park on December 13th and 14th. Organizer Seth Zaharias will be the guest on the Z107.7 “Up Close” show This…
Moving toward a monument: Proposed Chuckwalla Monument hopes to follow in Joshua Tree’s footsteps
On August 10, Joshua Tree National Park celebrated a birthday - 83 years ago the area was designated a national monument by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. That original effort was almost single handedly championed by the original…
Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo announces 2024 award winners
The Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo celebrated a highly successful weekend of artistry and artisans this past weekend.
Joshua Tree National Park officials clarify investigation into road that leads to private land within park’s borders
On October 22nd, we reported on an investigation within the borders of Joshua Tree National Park in the Whispering Pines region near Covington Flats. After residents of Covington Flats alerted officials of the Joshua Tree National Park (JTNP)…
Artists selected for Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo 2024
The 12th Annual Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo have selected the artists for their November juried exhibition.
Construction on private land within Joshua Tree National Park halted for investigation (updated)
Joshua Tree National Park has halted construction on one or more privately-owned parcels within park borders pending an investigation into possible damages to park property.
“Mass Casualty Incident” Drill to take place in Joshua Tree National Park
Local emergency response agencies have set the date for a "Mass Casualty Incident" drill at Joshua Tree National Park. The dates are currently set for February 10, February 12, and February 15, 2025. Hosted by San Bernardino County…
Cottonwood visitor center and campground reopened in Joshua Tree National Park
The Cottonwood visitor center and campground in Joshua Tree National park has been reopened as of Tuesday. The southern entrance had closures to the campground and amenities due to an increase in thirsty bees looking for water. The bees have…
Felon suspected of jumping fence, falling asleep in Twentynine Palms backyard
A felon with an active warrant was allegedly found sleeping in a backyard in Twentynine Palms. On Thursday (August 22) at around 10:15 p.m., County Sheriff's deputies from the Morongo Basin station received a report from a homeowner saying…
National Park Foundation receives $100 million grant – the largest in its history
The National Park Foundation announced Monday that it had received a 100-million dollar gift from the Lilly Endowment. The non-profit fundraising arm of the National Park Service says that the gift will help pay for programs that enhance the…
Cottonwood Visitor Center and Campground closed in JTNP due to bees
The Cottonwood Visitor Center, parking area, restrooms, and Cottonwood Campground in Joshua Tree National Park are temporarily closed due to increased bee activity. In the summer, water becomes scarce and bees seek water sources just like our…
Suspects cited for firing paintballs at Joshua Tree National Park signs and facilities
On Sunday, August 4th a park ranger patrolling the Jumbo Rocks Campground in Joshua Tree National park noticed bright yellow paintball splatters on structures and signage. While at the campground, Law Enforcement Rangers found a slingshot in…
Joshua Tree National Park adds audio-descriptive brochure for visually impaired visitors
Listen to this story here: In a move to provide more equitable access to National Park material, Joshua Tree National Park has made its park brochure available in audio form. If you are visually impaired and visiting Joshua Tree National Park,…
“Road rage” in line to Joshua Tree National Park sends one to hospital
A road rage incident in the line to enter the National Park sent one man to the hospital. On Saturday (July 27) at around 7:15 p.m., Sheriff's Deputies and paramedics with Morongo Basin Ambulance responded to Joshua Tree National Park.…
Joshua Tree National Park preparing for popular Perseid Meteor Shower
The Perseids meteor shower is an annual celestial show that can be best way for casual stargazers to witness a meteor shower, as the frequency of the Perseids can be as many as a meteor every few minutes during its busiest time. That’s what…
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