The park’s name, Joshua Tree, derives from theJoshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia), an iconic plant species native to theMojave Desert. The story behind the name is both fascinating and symbolic. EarlyMormonsettlers traveling through the Mojave Desert in themid-19th centurywere struck by the unique ...
Last-minute getaway? Camping near Joshua Tree National Park is easy with Hipcamp, where private landowners offer one-of-a-kind camping experiences.
Joshua Tree National Park See all of our articles Hall of Horrors Slot Canyons There are two slot canyons here.The slot canyons run parallel to one another and the entrances are right next to each other. The slot canyon on the right is wide and sandy.To get down into it, you will have...