JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK (KTNV) — Rangers are asking for the public's feedback after proposing higher fees for camping and Key's Ranch tours at Joshua Tree National Park.
Here's a breakdown of the proposed campground changes:
- Belle Campground - From $15 to $25
- White Tank Campground - From $15 to $25
- Jumbo Rocks Campground - From $20 to $30
- Ryan Campground - From $20 to $30
- Hidden Valley Campground - From $15 to $25
- Black Rock Campground - From $25 to $35
- Black Rock Equestrian Campground - From $20 to $35
- Indian Cove Campground - From $25 to $35
- Indian Cove Group Campground - From $35 to $55
- Cottonwood Campground - From $25 to $35
- Cottonwood Group Campground - From $35 to $55
- Sheep Pass Group Camp - From $40 to $55
These are the proposed changes for campground fees.
- Children six and younger used to be free. Under the new changes, children that are three and younger would be charged $1 while children between four and 11 years old would be charged $10.
- For those that are 12 and older, the cost would go from $10 to $20.
- Senior and access pass holders would see an increase from $5 to $10.
The National Park Service is hosting a 30-day public comment period from June 1, 2024 through June 30, 2024.
You can learn more or leave a comment by clicking here.
The proposed fee increases are expected to go into effect in January 2025.
