Combat Center Press Releases

Effective this morning, August 13, 2026, the Johnson Valley Shared Use Area (JVSUA) is temporarily closed to the public. This scheduled closure, which runs through August 27, 2026, supports essential service-level Marine Corps training exercises while ensuring the safety of the public and military personnel.

The adjacent Johnson Valley Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation Area remains open to the public during temporary closures of the Shared Use Area. Recreationists are advised to respect all posted boundaries and check maps before entering the area.

A map illustrating Shared Use Area and adjacent OHV Recreation Area boundaries is available at www.29palms.marines.mil/johnsonvalley/. Alternative nearby locations for off-highway recreation include the Stoddard Valley OHV Area and Ocotillo Wells State Vehicle Recreation Area.

To help the public plan for recreation in Johnson Valley, the Combat Center publishes closure schedules at least 12 months in advance. Additional upcoming scheduled closures include:

• Feb. 12-24, 2027

• Aug. 13-26, 2027

For the most current schedules and information, the public is encouraged to visit: www.29palms.marines.mil/johnsonvalley/.