2nd Government Shutdown in 5 years affects Park access in peak season With the current federal government shutdown, there are many questions about access to recreation resources inside the Park. Last time there was a government shutdown, the Park was closed continuously for over two weeks, with barricades at the entrances to prevent vehicle access. This time, the feds are handling things a bit differently. The situation… Read More
NEW UPDATE Fed Shutdown; The Situation in Joshua Tree National Park Here is the latest update– 8:25am Friday January 18- please read through the post as several items have changed recently. Updates given from top down to track the history of this fast-developing situation in and around JTNP. *Cleanup at Dry Lake Bed this weekend (Jan. 18-20) is CANCELLED due to extremely wet, muddy conditions. The… Read More
JTNP Entry Fee Increase- Comment Period EXTENDED to 12/22 NOW is the time to let those who manage access to our Parks know what you think about an astronomical increase in per vehicle fees entering the Park during peak season. The comment period ends NOVEMBER 23, December 22, 2017, extended due to heavy response. ADD to it, please. Here’s the gist of what our… Read More