Joshua Tree National Park was packed with visitors over the weekend wanting to catch a glimpse of the Perseid meteor shower.
It will be a similar story on Monday, as it could be the last opportunity for visitors to see the show this year.
The visitor center parking lots were all full and tourists could be seen strolling through town, checking out the shops and restaurants, but the stargazers were most looking forward to tonight’s big show, the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.
The peak of the rain will be between midnight and 2 a.m.
According to NASA, viewers can see up to 100 meteors per hour.
Earlier this month, Joshua Tree National Park asked tourists to avoid the park if possible due to overcrowding and traffic concerns.
Last year, people were stuck in traffic jams for more than three hours.
Although people tend to flock to the park for the best viewing spots, experts say any dark, rural location should offer good views at night.
Joshua Tree National Park has extended its opening hours. All visitor centers will remain open until 10 p.m.
If you plan to leave the park, officials ask that you be respectful, stay on all park trails, refrain from building campfires, and pick up your trash.
