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The gangly, spiky plants that grow in the vital and sensitive Mojave Desert can live more than 150 years. But devastating wildfires have left behind millions of charred trees — actually succulents — ...

Joshua Tree National Park's stunning desert landscapes are perfect for exploring during winter when temperatures are cool.

Photographers capturing earlier than expected blooming of the iconic Joshua trees in the Mojave Desert are being asked to share their images with environmental biologists at Cal State Northridge ...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “leave no trace” when you’re camping or hiking, but lots of people visiting Joshua Tree must’ve missed the memo. Why it matters: “These lands are not only for us, but ...

(This story was updated after more information was presented to The Desert Sun after publication. Correction: The Shane Townley Arts Foundation is currently under a cease-and-desist order and thus not ...

Kevin Schoonhoven was determined to go camping in Joshua Tree National Park over the weekend. The 34-year-old birder from Orange County had reservations at the park's Black Rock Campground for ...

Joshua trees are protected under the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act (WJTCA) and require permits for removal or relocation. A workshop in Hesperia will address regulations and protections for ...