Learn About the Park

Nature

Explore Joshua Tree's impressive biodiversity. Find out why the rocks look the way they do. Learn about threats to park wildlife and plants.

History & Culture

People have lived on the landscape we now call Joshua Tree National Park for thousands of years. Explore their stories here.

Wilderness

Today, about 85% of Joshua Tree National Park is managed as wilderness.

Photos & Multimedia

Browse our extensive photo collection, watch videos about the park, and learn how a webcam helps us monitor air pollution.

Science & Research

Joshua Tree National Park is a great natural laboratory for researchers in many different disciplines.

Management

Find out all about the laws, policies, and planning documents that guide park management decisions.

Park News

Keep up with what's going on in Joshua Tree. Find news releases, the park newspaper, and links to our social media outlets.

Kids & Youth

Joshua Tree National Park is fun for kids of all ages! Get ideas for things to do on your visit to the park or at home.

Education

Joshua Tree offers free, curriculum-based education programs in the park and in nearby schools.

Bookstore

Our park partner, the Joshua Tree National Park Association, sells books and other educational materials in park visitor centers and online.