Desert News
“Steve & Lacy” graffiti was found in multiple locations DEATH VALLEY, CA – A man has confessed to marking multiple sites in Death Valley National Park with graffiti. Charges are pending. Graffiti that included “Steve & Lacy” was found on rocks, a well, and historic structures in Echo Canyon, Butte Valley, Homestake Dry Camp, and […]
“Steve & Lacy” Vandal Identified Himself and Apologized Read More »
A woman and dog are recovering from an attack by a rabid white-nosed coatimundi at a private inholding within Coronado National Memorial on Saturday morning. The coati attacked the dog first, and then bit the woman as she tried to pull her dog away from it. The woman’s husband shot and killed the coati. A
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) today announced its plans to control aquatic invasive species (AIS) in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and its southern tributaries. Beginning on April 20, DBW will start herbicide treatments on floating aquatic vegetation (FAV) such as water hyacinth and alligatorweed, and submersed aquatic vegetation (SAV) such
Burning Man 2020 has been cancelled due to the cornavirus. BurningMan.org states “In 2020 we need human connection and Immediacy more than ever. But public health and the well-being of our participants, staff, and neighbors in Nevada are our highest priorities.” If you have purchased a ticket, you can get a refund. There are FAQs
Burning Man 2020 Cancelled Due to COVID-19 Read More »
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – In preparation for one of the busiest weekends in spring, California State Parks is advising the public to stay home and save lives during the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead of visiting parks and beaches, the department encourages all Californians who celebrate Passover and Easter to do so safely at home or join loved
Closed The park is closed to all visitors including hikers, bikers, and vehicles Entrances Visitor centers Campgrounds Restroom facilities Cancellations All programs All permits for special use activities Campsite reservations Joshua Tree National Park in response to guidance from San Bernardino County Public Health Office, is announcing additional modifications to operations to support federal, state, and
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Springdale, UT- Professional athlete Marshall Miller recently plead guilty to two counts of BASE Jumping in Zion National Park. BASE jumping is the recreational sport of jumping from fixed objects (Building, Antenna, Span, and Earth) using a parachute to descend safely to the ground. On Saturday March 28th, 2020, Zion Rangers received an anonymous tip
Man Pleads Guilty for Two BASE Jumping Incidents at Zion National Park Read More »
Grand Canyon, AZ – The National Park Service (NPS) received a letter today from the Health and Human Services Director and Chief Health Officer for Coconino County recommending the full closure of Grand Canyon National Park. Upon receiving this request from the local health department, acting Superintendent Mary Risser, with the support of the NPS
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CALIFORNIA DESERT DISTRICT The BLM is temporarily closing developed campgrounds and developed recreation sites in the California Desert District. Barstow Field Office Afton Canyon Campground Borehole Desert Discovery Center El Mirage Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area Owl Canyon Campground Sawtooth Canyon Campground El Centro Field Office Cottonwood West and East Campgrounds Hot Springs Day Use Area
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UPDATE (March 31, 2020): ABDSP is temporarily closed to vehicular access. The park remains open for locals who wish to walk, hike and bike (in parks with bike trails) in the park, provided they practice social/physical distancing of 6 feet or more. This is not the time for a road trip to a destination park
Anza Borrego DSP Closed to Vehicular Access Read More »
