Mojave Wilderness

Extreme Heat Watch issued July 21 at 12:28AM PDT until July 27 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions possible. Afternoon temperatures in the desert valleys will climb into the 108 to 114 degree range, and may exceed 115 along the Colorado River Valley, and 120 Death Valley. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and southern Nevada including the Greater Mojave Desert region. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.

Mojave National Preserve

Kelso Depot Visitor Center Closed

Kelso Depot Visitor Center is closed for rehabilitation of the heating and cooling system. We expect to reopen the depot in 2026. The restrooms beside the depot are open.

Mojave National Preserve

Delays up to 1 hour are possible at Kelbaker Road Railroad Crossing near Kelso Depot

In the event there are train siding operations at the crossing near Kelso Depot, delays may be up to one hour. Please plan accordingly for this possibility with extra fuel and drinking water. Union Pacific Contact: 1 800 848-8715

Mojave National Preserve

Rough and Damaged Roads

Drive slowly and exercise due caution when driving in Mojave National Preserve. Rough and damaged roads exist on both paved and unpaved roads. Watch for potholes. Aiken Mine Rd. is now 4WD only due to soft sand and mudholes. Rocks and debris on Zzyzx Rd.

Mojave National Preserve

Fire restrictions in place

Fire restrictions are in place at Mojave National Preserve and Castle Mountains National Monument. Wood and charcoal fires are not permitted. Most camp stoves are. See fire restriction order for additional restrictions and details.

Mojave National Preserve

Use Caution on Roads with Debris

Flooding has resulted in debris along Cima Road as well as shoulders being washed out. Please use caution when driving and watch for road crews at work. Be aware that unimproved and dirt roads may be impassible due to washouts, so plan accordingly.