Hours : The park is always open and may be visited anytime of year. Visitation increases as temperatures moderate in the fall, peaks during spring wildflower season, and diminishes during the heat of summer.

Admission : 7-Day Vehicle Permit: $15 / 7-Day Single Entry Permit: $5 / Joshua Tree National Park Annual Pass: $30 / Federal Lands Pass: $80 / Senior Pass: $10

Viewed from the road, this desert park only hints at its vitality. Closer examination reveals a fascinating variety of plants and animals that make their home in this land shaped by strong winds, unpredictable torrents of rain, and climatic extremes. Dark night skies, a rich cultural history, and surreal geologic features add to the attraction of this place.