Joshua Trees

The name Joshua tree was given by a group of Mormon settlers who crossed the Mojave Desert in the mid-19th century. The tree's unique shape reminded them of a Biblical story in which Joshua reaches his hands up to the sky in prayer. Ranchers and miners who were contemporary with the Mormon immigrants also took advantage of the Joshua tree, using the trunks and branches as fencing and for fuel for ore-processing steam engines.

Ricardo Camp Nature Trail

The camp nature trail, a 0.75 mile path tells the geologic story of the area, and points out typical desert flora. It's keyed to an interpretive pamphlet available at the trailhead. Join the nature trail at the south end of the park campground.

Desert Panos and Selfies

At Red Rocks State Park!

Flash Mob Crew

Shake your groove thang!

What's a Diet?

Good eatin' in Los Angeles!

Cannery Point Pinnacles

Wildlife at Whalers Cove

Point Lobos-Granite Point