Park Planning and Project Information

Planning plays an important role in protecting the unique natural and cultural resources and facilities at Joshua Tree National Park. Park planners work with other park staff, outside experts, and interested members of the public to develop plans that ensure the thoughtful management and lasting legacy of our park resources. Click on the links below to get the latest news about proposed projects, to learn more about projects the park is currently planning, and projects the park has completed.

Joshua Tree has several projects currently in the planning process. Project planning usually goes thru two planning phases:

• Early Concept, Pre-design, and Scoping
• Design Development and Compliance Review

Both these phases need to be completed before the project is implemented (begin construction or management action). Click on the project below to learn about the project's planning status.

 

Project Planning Phase

Early Concept, Pre-Design, and/or Scoping	Design Development and Compliance Review	Implementation and/or Construction (Depending on Funding)
Climbing Management Plan	Construct New West Entrance Station	Cottonwood Visitor Center
Cottonwood District Utility and Infrastructure Improvements	Black Rock Canyon Campground Complex Utility and Infrastructure Improvements	Black Rock Canyon Campground Rehabilitation
Trails Management Plan	Barker Dam Parking Lot Expansion
Overnight Use Plan	Management Zone Changes and Desired Future Conditions
Parkwide Parking Improvements
Dingell Act Lands

 

Completed Planning Projects

Learn about projects the park has completed the planning and compliance process. Click here. 

 

Planning News / Stay Informed / Newsletters

Want to know the latest planning project status for JTNP projects? Read our Newsletter or Press Releases regarding current planning projects. Click here.  

 

Park Management Guidance Documents

Every unit of the national park system has documents that provide guidance for planning and management decisions. View Joshua Tree National Park's documents that provide guidance for park management. Click here.