Between Two Deserts
Three ways to explore nature at Joshua Tree National Park.
1 Watch Spring. for It’s winter one of birds the few at Cottonwood water sources in the park, which sits on the edges of the
Mojave and Colorado deserts. Spot southwestern birds like the phainopepla or greater roadrunner, or hike any of the trails that start in the area.
2 Visit one of the many geological highlights of this park filled with rugged terrain and ancient rock formations. The most
Skull Rock, impressive may be a morbid-looking formation just off Park Boulevard. For more,
Geology Tour Road. drive the 18-mile-long
3 scale the True adventure seekers can rocks in the park. Beginners can hire a climbing guide or take a day class, while more experienced climbers may pick from more
Hidden Valley Campground than 8,000 routes. is popular for its proximity to climbing sites.