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 other park wildlife. However, this can include condensation dripping from your car’s air conditioner, bathroom areas, or even sweat on visitors.
Park officials have closed the area to visitors for safety and to reduce the moisture that attracts the bees in the summer. This closure will reduce the water available for bees and give them time to leave the area.
Before heading into the National Park – you can check for closures and alerts at nps.gov/jotr/
