JOSHUA TREE, Calif. (KESQ) — Joshua Tree National Park is a popular, crowded destination during Thanksgiving weekend.
Officials say expect long lines, full campgrounds and limited parking.
The holiday season brings lots of activity to the High Desert, and for many, that means driving through busy roads and crowds. “You can’t find parking anywhere, it’s such a festive time, but it’s always so full,” said Davian Wingate.
Local restaurants like Crossroads Café are seeing an influx of visitors every year. “It’s constantly growing, we’re a small restaurant and right now we have an hour wait,” said managing partner Levon Kaxarian.
Purchase your park entrance pass online in advance through Recreation.gov to save time at the gate. The park is busiest between 10 am and 2 pm, also consider alternative entrances. The park entrances at Twentynine Palms and Cottonwood are generally less crowded.
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