Joshua Tree National Park Remains Open During Shutdown: What to Know
Joshua Tree National Park remains open during the federal shutdown, but services are limited. Trails and roads are accessible, though visitors should come prepared for a more self-reliant experience.
Samuelson’s Rocks: Desert Philosophy Carved in Stone
Hidden in Lost Horse Valley, Samuelson’s Rocks bear the words of a Swedish homesteader who carved his philosophy and politics into stone in the 1920s. Today, the inscriptions remain a fragile piece of Joshua Tree’s cultural history, unmarked and off-trail, yet deeply tied to the desert landscape.
Spring in Joshua Tree: Where to see wildflowers, sunsets and escape the crowds
Spring in Joshua Tree is a fleeting season of contrast—cool mornings, golden blooms, and quiet trails winding through a landscape just beginning to stir. It’s the perfect time to explore the desert’s softer side, when wildflowers bloom, the sun warms without scorching, and the park feels alive in a way only spring allows.