Mojave National Preserve

Many people visit Mojave in the spring season to view stunning wildflower displays.
Mojave preserves a diverse mosaic of ecological habitats and a 10,000 year history of human connection with the desert. Offering extensive opportunities to experience desert landscapes, the preserve promotes understanding and appreciation for the increasingly threatened resources of the Mojave Desert. This remote preserve encourages a sense of discovery and a connection to wild places.
Map showing location of park.
Public comments sought for Kelso-Cima and South Kelbaker Roads rebuilding project at Mojave National Preserve
Mojave National Preserve, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration, invites the public to comment on the draft environmental assessment of a project that will address the deteriorating conditions of Kelso-Cima and South Kelbaker roads.
A campsite with a tree, fire ring and picnic table.
Mojave National Preserve Announces Campground Fee Increases
Mojave National Preserve will implement increased fees for developed campgrounds starting January 1, 2025, utilizing the Recreation.gov online reservation system.
Kelso Dunes with rays of light coming through the clouds. Mountains in the background..
Photo by NPS
Spring wildflowers carpeting the desert floor
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A desert tortoise rest in the shade of a bush near some hikers
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A lonely desert trail leads to tall sand dunes
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A man standing on a mountain peak in front of a wide desert landscape
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A Joshua tree seen though the window of an old miner's cabin
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Kelso Dunes with rays of light coming through the clouds. Mountains in the background..
Photo by NPS