Lots of good news and updates from JTNP during this busy climbing season. Here’s the scoop-  CAMPGROUNDS are now open again, after the lockdown order was lifted last month. Most are reservation only, with the exception of Hidden Valley, Belle and White Tank Campgrounds. Visit www.recreation.gov for reservations.    MASKS – Though the stipulation from… Read More


UPDATE MARCH 23– here’s some coverage via USA TODAY and KCRW radio interview  featuring our own John Lauretig (Executive Director). Joshua Tree National Park still closed; FOJT strongly recommends not coming out to JTree at this time.  UPDATE MARCH 21- PARK IS NOW CLOSED. ALL CAMPERS MUST EXIT BY NOON. This is shared on firsthand information… Read More


Heads up intrepid JTree climbers… it’s raptor closure season. As good stewards of our public lands, let’s give these special creatures lots of room to do their nesting and fledging thing. There is so much good climbing to be had this spring all around the Park, we can forego a few sensitive areas… curious about… Read More