This is the busiest time of the year at Joshua Tree National Park. The park expects high visitation during this spring of 2021. A typical spring day includes limited parking, full campgrounds, and a line to get into the park. Park staff has some tips to prepare for your visit to a very busy park:
Remember to respect the park’s wildflowers by taking only photos. Please walk on trails and never crush vegetation to protect these blooms for years to come.
The park may become drive-through only as the parking lots reach maximum capacity during times of extreme visitation. Visitors may be turned away from popular parking areas.
Be flexible with plans. The best hike may be the one where parking is readily available.
Visitors can park along many, but not all, roadsides. Never drive over a curb to make a new parking space.
Many campgrounds intersect with hiking trails. Campers can hike trails that connect to their campground to avoid busy parking lots.
Find a new favorite spot to explore in the park. There is no one best campsite, trail, or sunset spot.
