We are so lucky to live so close to an amazing national park. Desert organisms are incredible because of their resiliency, being able to survive with such little water throughout the year falling in the park, yet their DNA is packed with the genes to make themselves so beautiful. The morning was spent exploring the …
Jumbo Rocks is not an easy place to book a campsite at since it is the most popular campground in Joshua Tree. I lucked out and there was a cancelation that I was able to nab before anyone else (that was attempt three at trying to be the first to book after a cancelation). We …
The Kumiai have been been coming to Jacumba for a soak in the mineral spas long before colonization. In 1919, it became a stop along with train route, allowing anyone easy to access to the mineral water. It was a popular destination for movie stars and celebrities alike until more mineral springs opened up closer …
The southern end of Joshua Tree National Park offers hikes without all of the crowds, especially when you venture off trail. We started on the Lost Palms Oasis trail but quickly created our own, eventually walking in the wash to another palm oasis. We are so lucky to have this national park so close to …