Many people who visit Joshua Tree take a day trip from the Palm Springs or Los Angeles area. If they get an early start, visitors will find they can see and do quite a bit in a short amount of ...

I've lived near California's Joshua Tree National Park for almost ... especially if you plan on hiking. Pack more water than you think you'll need — and throw an emergency gallon in the car ...

Climbers flock to Joshua Tree from around the world to tackle ... you'll want to purchase a climbing guide and hiking map, which are available at park visitor centers and online.

The center is open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It's located south of U.S. Highway 62 (Twentynine Palms Highway) on Park Boulevard in the village of Joshua ... guide and hiking map, which are ...