Joshua Tree National Park

Two distinct desert ecosystems, the Mojave and the Colorado, come together in Joshua Tree National Park. A fascinating variety of plants and animals make their homes in a land sculpted by strong winds and occasional torrents of rain. Dark night skies, a rich cultural history, and surreal geologic features add to the wonder of this vast wilderness in southern California. Come explore for yourself!

Quail Springs Area at Sunset

Quail Springs area at sunset

The sky turns hues of pink and purple over a field of Joshua trees.

Hidden Valley Hiker

Scrambling to the top of boulders in Joshua Tree can get you a great view.

hiker looks over Hidden Valley

Historic Keys Ranch

The historic Keys Ranch can be visited only on a ranger-guided tour.

an historic wood house seen through the missing windshield of an old, rusty vehicle

Lost Horse Valley

Take in views of the park's iconic Joshua trees and rock outcrops in Lost Horse Valley.

Joshua trees grow on a flat plain with boulder outcrops and mountains in the distance

Joshua Tree Junior Ranger

Kids of all ages can take part in Joshua Tree National Park's Junior Ranger program.

a little girl smiles while wearing a Jr. Ranger hat and badge

Joshua Tree Sunset

The wide-open desert of Joshua Tree National Park makes for stunning sunsets.

a fiery sky behind the silhouette of a Joshua tree

Jumbo Rocks at Sunset

Jumbo Rocks Campground is a fun place to explore the park's bouldered landscape.

people climbing on boulders are silhouetted against a colorful sunset sky

Stars Over the Park Entrance

Enjoy some of the darkest night skies in Southern California.

night scene showing stars of the Milky Way over a sign saying "Entering Joshua Tree National Park"