Joshua Tree National Park

JTNP is YOUR backyard!  Be sure to escape and explore this magical resource!  

Pass Options include Weekly, Annual, National Parks Interagency and FREE Active Duty Military  available at all kiosk's and visitor centers.   

"Guided tours, patio talks, and evening programs are just a few ways you can get better connected with Joshua Tree National Park. Get more information about our popular Keys Ranch Tour, a reservation-only program that takes visitors to an historic homestead. Program availability varies with the season and weather conditions."    ~ www.NPS.gov

Download the complete Joshua Tree NP Spring Visitor's Guide  

Plan your visit by viewing scheduled programs using searchable JTNP Online Calendar.

2026 Free Entrance Days

  • Monday, February 16th - President’s Day

  • Sunday, June 14th - Flag Day

  • Friday, July 3rd - Sunday July 5th - Independence Day Weekend

  • Thursday, August 25th – 110th Birthday of the National Park Service

  • Thursday, September 17th, 2026 - Constitution Day

  • Tuesday, October 27th - Theodore Roosevelt’s Birthday

  • Wednesday, November 11th - Veterans Day

JTNP ROADRUNNER SHUTTLE• service suspended

Joshua Tree National Park Roadrunner Shuttle
Two-Year Pilot project ended May 31, 2019.

We are sad to report that Joshua Tree National Park in conjunction with the Morongo Basin Transit Authority are no longer offering this service.

Joshua Tree National Park Roadrunner Shuttle ~ Service cancelled