“Joshua Tree National Park’s West Entrance Shuts for Five-Day Construction Blitz”

The west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park in Twentynine Palms, California, is set to close for a five-day period due to construction work. The closure will commence from 6 a.m. on January 12 and is expected to last until 7 a.m. on January 17, 2026. The closure affects both inbound and outbound traffic, essentially shutting off access to the park via the west entrance.

In addition to the entrance, the restrooms at the location will also be closed during the construction period. This means that visitors to the park will need to make alternative arrangements or plan their visit accordingly to account for the lack of facilities.

Furthermore, Park Boulevard, a key road within the park, will also be closed to vehicles during this time. The closure of this road could potentially disrupt the travel plans of visitors intending to traverse the park. The news of the closure was first reported by the Friends of Joshua Tree, a community organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the park.