Above all, make sure you have plenty of water and be conscious of the heat. If you are planning a long hike, especially in summer, an early start is a good idea. Leave the trail before ...

If you're unfamiliar with the park, you'll want to purchase a climbing guide and hiking map, which are available ... darkest nights in Southern California, Joshua Tree National Park offers ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California lawmakers today passed the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act, permanently protecting the iconic and imperiled species. The new law cleared the Assembly 54-15 and the ...