The west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park will be closed to all vehicle traffic beginning 6 a.m. Monday April 7 through 6 p.m. Thursday April 10.
Park Boulevard will be closed to traffic for six miles from the west entrance to Quail Springs
Camping is only allowed in the purple-shaded area of the Twin Tanks Zone.
A view of the California Hiking and Riding Trail from the Twin Tanks Backcountry Trailhead.
NPS/Preston Jordan Jr
The Twin Tanks Zone is on the eastern edge of the Mojave Desert section of the park and features open valleys, panoramic views, and a portion of the Hexie Mountains. Points of interest include Crown Prince Lookout, Twin Tanks, and Stirrup Tank. Elevations range from ~3,500 to 4,500 feet.
Trails: The California Hiking and Riding Trail. Please note that most of the social trails leading west from the Twin Tanks Backcountry Trailhead do not take you one mile from the trailhead. You must be one mile away from the trailhead to legally camp. Camping near the Twin Tanks is discouraged due to sensitive resources.
