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A Tour of Joshua Tree National Park
Some geologic and botanical highlights of this spectacular desert preserve

Joshua Tree National Park is a wonderland of desert geology and desert geography. I spent two days there in early spring, taking photos of the landforms and the plant characters that live among them. Here's a selection of 20 images, plus notes, links, and explanation.

Photos and notes about the rocks, or portraits of the desert plants—click your choice.

If you'd like to plan your own trip to Joshua Tree, visit this page on the park by U.S./Canadian Parks Guide Darren Smith.

My guidebook during this time was the Deckers' beautiful and portable "Road Guide to Joshua Tree National Park," which is reviewed on this page.

Start the Tour > Rocks : Plants

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