Joshua Tree National Park Wilderness Backpacking Permits

Permit ·

Managed by the National Park Service

Joshua Tree National Park (National Park) · Open Access

1,982 ft
Elevation
Pinto Mountain in the distance
Photo: NPS / Sara Feldt · Recreation.gov

Getting there

34.12749, -116.03754 · 34°7'39.0"N 116°2'15.1"W

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Typical weather

Typically 104°F in Jul, down to 62°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F63677481909910410397857262
Low °F424449556371777669584740
Precip in0.50.60.30.10.10.00.40.70.30.10.20.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

More photos

Boy Scout Trail Map with numbered designated sites
Photo: NPS Photo/Anna Tegarden · Recreation.gov
A map of JTNP with different zones outlined in different colors.
Photo: NPS Photo/ Anna Tegarden · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Joshua Tree National Park Wilderness Backpacking Permits

Can you reserve a site at Joshua Tree National Park Wilderness Backpacking Permits?
Yes, Joshua Tree National Park Wilderness Backpacking Permits is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Camping near Joshua Tree National Park Wilderness Backpacking Permits

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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