Place
National Park
Joshua Tree National Park
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Places
Places in Joshua Tree
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Trails
Trails in Joshua Tree
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Easy
Cholla Cactus Garden Nature Trail
A glowing stroll through the densest teddybear cholla stand around
Challenging
Ryan Mountain Trail
Short, steep climb to a signature 360-degree summit panorama
Moderate
Boy Scout Trail
Classic desert traverse from Joshua trees to boulders, net downhill.
Easy
Hidden Valley Nature Trail
Iconic one-mile loop through a granite amphitheater with interpretive signs.Wildlife
Wildlife in Joshua Tree
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Bighorn Sheep
Ovis canadensisReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PMOpen wildlife map
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Desert Tortoise
Gopherus agassiziiReports peak in the early morning, around 8 AMOpen wildlife map
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Coyote
Canis latransReports peak in the early morning, around 6 AMOpen wildlife map
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Mule Deer
Odocoileus hemionusReports peak in the early morning, around 6 AMOpen wildlife mapBefore you go
Current park alerts
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Closure
Summer Closures and Fire Restrictions in Effect
Joshua Tree National Park says summer closures and restrictions remain in effect, and fire restrictions run through October 1, 2026 unless modified. Check the park's live closures dashboard before visiting for current road, trail, campground, and area restrictions. Sources: current conditions, summer closures, closures map, June 23, 2026 notice.Official detailsClosure
