Body found at Johnson Valley Painted Rocks

Yesterday at around 4:00 p.m. the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s deputies were called to check on a black truck parked off SR247 and Bodick...

Fire restrictions began on Sunday (6/15) in Joshua Tree National Park

Fire Restrictions went into Effect inside the park starting on Sunday, June 15 and going through to October 1.  That means no wood or charcoal...

Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan continued to August; changes include reducing burden on single-family...

The presentation began with California Department of Fish and Wildlife Director Chuck Bonham urging the commission to approve the latest draft of the Western Joshua...

Volunteer with the Native American Land Conservancy at a hidden spring in Morongo Valley

Bear’s Water is a hidden spring in Morongo Valley recently acquired by the Native American Land Conservancy (NALC), and this Friday, June 13, you...

The NALC hosts a full moon hike in Joshua Tree’s Coyote Hole this Wednesday

The Native American Land Conservancy is hosting a full moon hike through Coyote Hole in Joshua Tree this Wednesday, June 11 at 7:30 p.m. With...

Final draft of Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan released ahead of public comment meetings

The State of California's Department of Fish and Wildlife released the final draft of their Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan on Tuesday. The State...

Updated 6/4: Eureka Fire 80% contained, crews from outside area to be dismissed on...

Updated on Wednesday 6/4/25: Containment in the Eurkea Fire has increased to 80% as of 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, according to a press release from...

The importance of National Park Rangers cannot be overstated

Fighting any wildfire relies on people. From the boots on the ground who initially report the fire and coordinate efforts to fight it, to...

Update: Hike is cancelled but presentation is still on. “Force of Nature” at MDLT...

Mil-Tree in partnership with the Mojave Desert Land Trust has received a grant for the Force of Nature Programs from the National Environmental Education...

Twentynine Palms Highschool Track and Field CIF Finals results

Five Twentynine Palms Highschool Track and field Wildcats traveled to Moorpark High School on Saturday to compete in the CIF Finals meet. Four Wildcats finished...

Joshua Tree National Park has accessibility resources for planning your visit

Planning ahead is always a smart thing to do when you are heading into a National Park - especially one as visited and varied...

Joshua Tree National Park Volunteer opens up two volunteer opportunities, apply by Friday (5/23)

There are two volunteer opportunities at Joshua Tree National Park, and you must apply to them by Friday (5/23). Visitor Service Representatives Volunteer Visitor Service Representatives...

Afternoon Weekday Hikes: Desert Queen Mine in Joshua Tree National Park

With over three million visitors a year and climbing, Joshua Tree National Park’s weekend crowds can make hiking in the park hard for those...

Save the Date: Giant Rock Cleanup (5/30), Desert Bingo Fundraiser this Monday (5/12)

Save the dates, there is going to be a Giant Rock Cleanup on Friday May 30th. It’s the 20th anniversary of the boulder’s break...

Celebrate Earth Day on Saturday (4/26) at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve by tending to...

This Saturday (4/26), the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve will be celebrating Earth Day by inviting the community of “Weed Warriors” to help tend the...

Argument over dirtbike on Sunfair dry lake results in stabbing and investigation into attempted...

A dirtbike rider got into an argument with a camper at Joshua Tree's dry lake bed, leading to an arrest for attempted murder. On Saturday...

Get up close-up with the giant flowers of the Parry’s Nolina right now in...

Those who live in the desert year round don’t have to rely on a superbloom to get their fill of flowers. Lots of native...

California Dept. of Fish & Wildlife exploring how to reduce financial burden of Yucca...

The California Fish and Game Commission met on April 16th to discuss the public feedback that the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)...

Busy in Joshua Tree National Park? Here are a few nearby alternatives

If you love being outside this is your time of the year. The mild temperatures of spring bring more people out to the park...

California Dept. of Fish and Wildlife exploring draft Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan comments...

The California Fish and Game Commission (CDFW) are meeting this Wednesday and Thursday and they are expected to receive a summary of initial comments...