A Joshua tree, which may now be at risk due to climate change, in California's Mojave Desert. (Image by sspiehs3 from Pixabay via Courthouse News) (CN) — For 2.5 million years, the Joshua tree has ...

Joshua Tree National Park lies about 185 miles from Las Vegas, but the quickest route seems just a hop, skip and jump, for it consists partly of a drive through the remote and visually stunning Mojave ...

Though it may seem counterintuitive, desert-dwelling plants and animals who are well-adapted to hot, dry conditions are still ...

California has approved an unprecedented plan to protect the iconic Joshua tree from climate change and development.

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Many Joshua Tree National Park visitors have discovered desert rocks that resemble everything from broken hearts to land and sea animals. Photo from National Park Service Visitors find more than just ...

A little more than two hours east of Los Angeles, Joshua Tree National Park is an otherworldly expanse covering nearly ...

Heading to Joshua Tree National Park this week to catch a glimpse of the Perseid meteor shower? Make sure you know which roads are closed before you go. Park officials are anticipating another traffic ...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “leave no trace” when you’re camping or hiking, but lots of people visiting Joshua Tree must’ve missed the memo. Why it matters: “These lands are not only for us, but ...

In the high desert, Joshua tree symbolism is as ubiquitous as the plant itself. The Victor Valley’s two most-populous cities — Victorville and Hesperia — both feature Joshua trees in their official ...

The National Weather Service issued a report at 4:15 p.m. on Monday for strong thunderstorms in effect until 5 p.m. for ...

Twentynine Palms faces a lawsuit over Ofland hotel, a planned luxury resort. Opponents say the project did not adequately ...