1995 Joshua Tree NP General Management Plan

The 1995 Joshua Tree National Park General Management Plan (GMP) is the parks foundational planning document that establishes its long-term vision and management framework. It outlines strategies for resource protection, visitor use, facility development, and community engagement, ensuring that all future actions align with the parks mission and legal mandates. The GMP serves as a blueprint for balancing ecological preservation with public enjoyment, guiding decisions on land use, infrastructure, and interpretive programs for decades to come. It works in tandem with the 2000 Wilderness & Backcountry Management Plan, which provides more detailed guidance for wilderness and backcountry areas, ensuring that both plans complement each other in shaping comprehensive park management.