North Entrance Zone

Joshua Tree National Park · California

North Entrance Zone is one of the permitted entry points in Joshua Tree National Park on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 33/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.

When permits are released

First-come-first-served: each entry date opens 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM Pacific (rolling window, no lottery, no later drop). Quota runs year-round - Boy Scout Trail campsites hold 1 party each; backcountry zones hold about 5 parties per night.

Demand

Low demand (33/100)

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed in this area.

Popular trails nearby

Frequently asked questions

When do North Entrance Zone permits open?

First-come-first-served: each entry date opens 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM Pacific (rolling window, no lottery, no later drop). Quota runs year-round - Boy Scout Trail campsites hold 1 party each; backcountry zones hold about 5 parties per night. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.

What if my dates are sold out?

Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add North Entrance Zone to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.

How competitive is North Entrance Zone?

The live demand score is 33/100. Odds of catching an opening are good - most dates stay bookable.

Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?

No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.

Nearby passes

Book on recreation.gov · All Joshua Tree National Park passes · Joshua Tree National Park permit guide