Everything to know about California’s Joshua Tree National Park

Arid low desert and vegetated high desert meet in this beloved natural gem, offering visitors stunning vistas and rewarding hikes.

$19.2M Rock Spring Rd. Bridge project over Mojave River begins in Apple Valley

The nearly $19.2 million “Rock Spring Road Bridge Over Mojave River Project" includes replacing the existing low water ...

Nevada’s state parks shine even brighter than the Strip

Venture outside of Las Vegas to the state’s parks, where stunning scenery and intriguing history complement a range of outdoor adventures.
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5 affordable American desert town getaways for warm, budget-friendly adventures

Here are five affordable U.S. desert towns across states like Utah, California, and Arizona so that you can plan an ...
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An Epic California Road Trip Showcasing The State’s Most Spectacular National Parks

This California national parks road trip connects iconic landscapes from redwood forests to desert valleys and dramatic coastal cliffs.

Over 2,200 miles of Calif. dirt roads closed to protect desert tortoise

Off-roading is now off-limits on routes spanning 1 million acres of the western Mojave Desert after a six-year legal battle ...
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California's 5 must-visit stops tucked between Los Angeles and San Diego

Travelers driving Southern California will find beaches, culture, food, and landscapes worth stopping for along the route ...

Calif.'s protected desert is filled with private land. One group is trying to change that.

When driving through the Mojave National Preserve, one of the largest national park units in the contiguous United States, it ...
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Woman's body found in remote area of Mojave Desert

A homicide investigation is underway after a woman's body was found in a remote desert area of San Bernardino County, authorities said Monday. Detectives with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s ...