Untitled | Photo by NPS/Sarinah Simons | Public Domain | Source
Most visitor centers and the Desert Institute will be closed for the duration of the government shutdown. The Joshua Tree Visitor Center is open.
A non-profit partner of the national park providing preservation, scientific research projects, and education for future generations.
The Joshua Tree National Park Association has been supporting preservation, scientific research, and education at Joshua Tree National Park since 1962. As the park’s primary non-profit partner, we operate four visitor center bookstores that are often the first stop for visitors from around the world; offer a field institute with classes taught by experts in natural sciences, cultural history, and the arts; and raise funds for the park through public events and our membership program. Join us and make the most of your Joshua Tree experience!
Untitled | Photo by NPS/Sarinah Simons | Public Domain | Source
Whatever your passion, you’ll learn more about Joshua Tree National Park at our visitor center bookstores. Wildflower identification, climbing and hiking guides, birding, geology, stargazing, native plants, and local history are just a few of the topics included in our great selection of books. And don’t forget the kids: we have games, activity books, everyone’s favorite desert animals, and Junior Ranger gear. Start your journey now at our online shop!
Bighorn Sheep | Photo by NPS/Glauco Puig-Santana | Public Domain | Source
Pick up a trail guide in the bookstore, or sign up for a Desert Institute field class and make the park your classroom. If you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, a customized special program will ensure a perfect fit!
Desert Institute Class on South Astrodome | Photo by NPS/Robb Hannawacker | Public Domain | Source
Joshua Tree National Park has inspired artists and musicians for more than 75 years. We’re continuing the tradition by celebrating the arts with our Artist-in-Residence program.
Your purchase in our visitor center bookstores or your ongoing membership in the Joshua Tree National Park Association allows us to continue to support vital park projects and programs as well as providing visitor services. Thank you!
Sunset in Queen Valley | Photo by NPS/Brad Sutton | Public Domain | Source