Due to both San Bernardino and Riverside Counties registering as low or medium risk for COVID-19, mask requirements have been lifted at Joshua Tree National Park, its visitor centers, and other national parks around the country. The National Park Service has updated its masking guidance to align with the CDC’s new COVID-19 Community Level tool, which helps communities decide what prevention steps to take. Now, masking requirements will vary by park based on local conditions, however, masks are still required on all forms of enclosed public transportation.
In areas CDC identifies as high COVID-19 community level, masks are required for everyone in all NPS buildings, regardless of vaccination status. In most low and medium COVID-19 community level areas, masks are optional, but visitors should follow signs and instructions from park staff and volunteers. Visitors and employees are always welcome to wear a mask if it makes them more comfortable.
For information regarding your visit to JTNP, visit https://www.nps.gov/jotr/index.htm
