Joshua Tree
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It's a tree, it's a town, it's an album, it's a National Park!
The Joshua Tree is a multi-talent. First of all, it's a tree - who would have thought? But it's so much more than that. It is also a town of sorts, or more correctly, a "census-designated place". Not quite a real town, but almost. It is also the name of a very successful album by a very successful rock band called U2. And most importantly, it is a spectacular National Park in California.
I invite you to join me in my quest for all things Joshua Tree!
I invite you to join me in my quest for all things Joshua Tree!
Hidden Valley, Joshua Tree National Park
Images from our trip in December 2009
Joshua Tree sentry at Hidden Valley Campgrounds
Joshua Tree Webcam
View From Belle Mountain Looking Southeast
During daylight, we might be able to catch a glimpse of the current weather conditions in the Joshua Tree National Park. Courtesy of National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.
Map of the Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree Climate
Average Monthly Temperatures and Precipitation
Jumbo Rocks at Joshua Tree National Park
Some pictures from our Joshua Tree visit in January 2007. The cold, crisp air and the light of the late afternoon sun made for some spectacular shots.
Indian Cove in Joshua Tree
Indian Cove is located 13 miles east of Joshua Tree Village and 10 miles west of Twentynine Palms on the north side of the Wonderland of Rocks. Indian Cove Road dead-ends at this secluded area.
A sprawling campground is enclosed by towering rock formations making the area popular with rock climbers. Many campsites are tucked around the rocks, providing naturalistic tent camping. Other sites offer space for RVs. There is a separate camping area for groups.
Indian Cove is noted for the large number of mature Mojave yuccas and shrubs that grow there. Colorful spring blooms are especially striking against the sand-colored granite rocks.
Here are some pictures from our trip to Indian Cove on the last day of 2008.
A sprawling campground is enclosed by towering rock formations making the area popular with rock climbers. Many campsites are tucked around the rocks, providing naturalistic tent camping. Other sites offer space for RVs. There is a separate camping area for groups.Indian Cove is noted for the large number of mature Mojave yuccas and shrubs that grow there. Colorful spring blooms are especially striking against the sand-colored granite rocks.
Here are some pictures from our trip to Indian Cove on the last day of 2008.
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Joshua Tree Blossoms
Current Weather and Forecast
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Joshua Tree Videos
A nice little collection of Joshua Tree vids. The Joshua Tree National Park is also popular with rock climbers and U2 fans, as you can see :)
Great Joshua Tree Guides
If you are planning a camping or hiking trip to Joshua Tree, a good guide is essential. The following selection all have useful information for campers, hikers, rock-climbers and nature/wildlife viewers.
Joshua Tree Links
Some links to more information about camping and hiking in the Joshua Tree National Park.
- Joshua Tree National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
- Official web site of the U.S. National Park Service
- Country Homes Campers
- Experts on VW and Ford camper vans and van conversions
Joshua Tree Hotels
If you are not planning to go camping in the Joshua Tree National Park there are a few good hotels and motels around the boundaries of the park.Joshua Tree National Park Hotel page
Would you rather be in Joshua Tree?
Carve Your Name On My Joshua Tree
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ShamanicShift
Dec 7, 2010 @ 10:44 pm | delete
- I'm putting Joshua Tree on my "must visit" list!
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kimmanleyort
Sep 28, 2010 @ 11:20 pm | delete
- Yes I agree that your photos are stunning. Just visited Joshua Tree this week and it was my first time in the desert. It blew me away.
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Tina Gale
Sep 23, 2010 @ 9:52 pm | delete
- Hi there. All the picture were stunning. Just want to know what type of camera are y ou having. Thanks.
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Squidster
Sep 24, 2010 @ 12:54 pm | delete
- Thanks, Tina! I just have an ordinary point-n-shoot digicam (Casio Exilim) but on a sunny day the clear desert sky makes it hard not to get great looking images.
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BigGirlBlue
Mar 14, 2010 @ 9:03 pm | delete
- Hello! :D I had no idea. It's not particularly attractive but it is interesting. The surrounding region is stunning.
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