Joshua Tree National Park Visitors

Iconic Joshua tree wilderness.

Joshua Tree National Park, located where the Mojave and Colorado deserts converge in Southern California, is a mesmerizing landscape defined by its namesake Dr. Seuss-like Joshua trees and a stunning array of massive, jumbled rock formations. These surreal geological features create breathtaking scenic views, especially during golden hour as shadows stretch and colors intensify across the stark, beautiful desert, often culminating in spectacularly clear, star-filled night skies. Beyond its visual appeal, the park offers a myriad of outdoor activities, with visitors flocking to explore miles of hiking trails that wind through unique flora, challenge themselves with world-class rock climbing and bouldering on the park's iconic granite monoliths, or simply immerse themselves in the tranquil solitude and raw beauty of this rugged wilderness through camping and photography.

Data Source: National Park Service Stats