Looking for the best hikes in Joshua Tree National Park? Explore Skull Rock Trail—an easy, scenic loop filled with massive boulders, desert views, and a skull-shaped rock you’ll never forget.

From June 16 through Aug. 15, the park’s peak season, reservations will be required every day for entry between 6 a.m. and 3 ...

Desert stargazing is the best experience you can have as an adventurer. If you're looking for some peace and breathtaking ...

The best way to get around Joshua Tree National Park is by car. To reach Joshua Tree, most visitors fly into Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), which is about 50 miles east, or via Los ...

If you do hire a climbing guide, make sure that they are permitted to work in Joshua Tree National Park. Each guide is required to have rock guiding certifications through the Professional ...

Exotic and domestic animals from a variety of backgrounds can be enjoyed in this unique animal sanctuary in the desert.

The Golden State might have more campgrounds than any other in the U.S.—and more visitors, too. From desert to coast to ...

Jenna Blough is an avid camper and fan of western deserts. She is the author of three Moon travel guides and writes about exploring the Golden State.

A country’s wealth, and it’s soul, can be measured in how it cares for its natural resources. It’s wildlife, vistas, streams ...

Tucked away in Snow Hill, Maryland, Pocomoke River State Park might be one of the most underappreciated natural treasures on ...