Today in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, June 5, 2026
Joshua Tree
National Park Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
Joshua Tree National Park
Sunset
7:51 pm
Today in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, June 5, 2026
Today
Wind: To 13mph
Sunny
High: 96°F (36°C)
Sunrise: 5:34 am
Sunset: 7:53 pm
Tonight
Waning Gibbous
(83% illum)
Low: 66°F (19°C)
Moonrise: 11:13 pm
Moonset: 8:23 am
Forecast for Black Rock from weatherapi.com, updated at Jun 03 8:00 pm
Park Conditions at 9:00 pm
Reported near Hidden Valley
Temperature:
81°F ( 27°C)
Wind:
10 mph ( 16 kph) W
Gusts to 24 mph
Wind chill: n/a°F (n/a°C)
Air Quality: 112
Unheadly for Sensitive Groups
— not defined
Fire Danger: Moderate
Humidity:
14 %
UV Max:
10.7
Very High
Current: 0
If your shadow is shorter than you, seek shade. Use SPF-15 sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses outside.
There is No Food • No Water • No Cell Service available in the park.
Announcements and Closures
- Oasis of Mara trail is partially closed until further notice due to storm damage.
Hike Safely
- Weather can change rapidly. Be prepared for temperature changes.
- Hiking alone? Let someone know your plans.
- Water is available at Black Rock and Cottonwood campgrounds, West Entrance, Oasis of Mara, and Indian Cove ranger station.
Today in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, June 5, 2026
Joshua Tree
National Park Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
Joshua Tree National Park
Sunset
7:51 pm
Today in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, June 5, 2026
Weather
No weather data
Today in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, June 5, 2026
Joshua Tree
National Park Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
Joshua Tree National Park
Sunset
7:51 pm
Today in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, June 5, 2026
Upcoming Events
No Events Scheduled
Today in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, June 5, 2026
Joshua Tree
National Park Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
Joshua Tree National Park
Sunset
7:51 pm
Today in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, June 5, 2026
Campgrounds
No Campsites Are Available.
| Campground | Total Sites | Nightly Fee |
Available Now |
|---|
| Reserved Campgrounds Make reservations at recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. |
| Black Rock |
99 |
$ 35 |
??
|
| Cottonwood |
62 |
$ 35 |
??
|
| Indian Cove |
101 |
$ 35 |
??
|
| Jumbo Rocks |
124 |
$ 30 |
??
|
| Ryan |
31 |
$ 30 |
??
|
| Sheep Pass (group) |
6 |
$ 55 |
??
|
| First-Come, First-Served Campgrounds Find an empty site and claim it. Pay ranger or at entrance station. |
| Belle |
18 |
$ 25 |
??
|
| Hidden Valley |
50 |
$ 25 |
??
|
| White Tank |
15 |
$ 25 |
??
|
| Closed Campgrounds |
| None |
Availability as of Jun 03 10:20 pm.
Fresh unless tagged.
?: 1 to 6 hours old.
??: Old and unreliable.
Today in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, June 5, 2026
Joshua Tree
National Park Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
Joshua Tree National Park
Sunset
7:51 pm
Today in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, June 5, 2026
Entrance Fees
Help Keep The Line Moving—Purchase Your Pass Before You Get To The Entrance
| Entrance Passes | Where to Buy |
|---|
| Pass | For | Valid For | Price | Rec.gov | Entrance Station | Visitor Center |
|---|
| Passes for Joshua Tree National Park |
| Vehicle | Everyone | 7 days | $ 30 | ✔︎ | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
| Annual Vehicle | Everyone | 1 year | $ 55 | ✔︎ | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
| Motorcycle | Everyone | 7 days | $ 25 | ✔︎ | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
| Hikers and Bikers | Individuals | 7 days | $ 15 | ✔︎ | ✔︎ | |
| Vehicle Passes For All National Parks and Federal Recreation Sites |
| America the Beautiful | Everyone | 1 Year | $ 80 | ✔︎ | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
| Senior Annual | US citizen age 62+ | 1 Year | $ 20 | | ✔︎ | |
| Senior Lifetime | US citizen age 62+ | Lifetime | $ 80 | | ✔︎ | |
| Military, Gold Star Families, Accessibility | Qualified visitors | Varies | free | | ✔︎ | |
| Fourth Grade Students | Qualified Visitors | School Year | free | | ✔︎ | |
Buy passes at recreation.gov.
Entrance stations take credit card only—no cash.
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