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Joshua Tree National Park |
Description:
Two deserts, two large ecosystems whose characteristics are determined primarily by elevation, come together at Joshua Tree National Park. Below 3,000 feet, the Colorado Desert encompasses the eastern part of the park and features natural gardens of creosote bush, ocotillo, and cholla cactus. The higher, moister, and slightly cooler Mojave Desert is the special habitat of the Joshua tree. In addition to Joshua tree forests, the western part of the park also includes some of the most interesting geologic displays found in California’s deserts. Five fan palm oases also dot the park, indicating those few areas where water occurs naturally and wildlife abounds.
Designations:
National Park (1994)
Biosphere Reserve (1984)
National Monument (1936)
Accessibility:
Bajada All-access Nature Trail,
Oasis of Mara Nature Trail,
Cap Rock Nature Trail,and
Keys View
Activites:
Auto_Touring | Biking | Camping | Climbing | Educational Programs | Hiking | Horseback Riding | Backpacking | Bird Watching | Nature Walks | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Picnic Areas | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Directions to Joshua Tree National Park
Car:
Joshua Tree National Park lies 140 miles east of Los Angeles. You can approach it from the west via Interstate 10 and Hwy 62 (Twentynine Palms Highway). The north entrances to the park are located at Joshua Tree Village and the city of Twentynine Palms. The south entrance at Cottonwood Spring, which lies 25 miles east of Indio, can be approached from the east or west, also via Interstate 10.
Attractions:
californiadesert.gov
Nearby Parks:
Death Valley National Park (335 miles)
Mojave National Preserve (90 miles)
Grand Canyon National Park (466 miles)
Zion National Park (376 miles)
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Contact Information for Joshua Tree National Park
74485 National Park Drive
Twentynine Palms, CA
92277-3597
Phone: 760-367-5500
Fax: 760-367-6392
Located near Palm Springs, CA
For more information on Joshua Tree National Park
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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