“We have the chance to make Joshua Tree National Park whole again. I was born and raised in the California desert. Protecting this landscape is a part of who I am." – Luke Basulto, NPCA's California ...

The gangly, spiky plants that grow in the vital and sensitive Mojave Desert can live more than 150 years. But devastating wildfires have left behind millions of charred trees — actually succulents — ...

This California region surprises visitors with a landscape that feels both playful and peaceful at the... The post This California region might be one of the best desert escapes in the state appeared ...

In the face of threats of climate change and habitat loss, a new national monument will protect critical habitat, promote equitable access to nature, and preserve the desert's rich cultural history.

A brilliant sunset almost make the look like it's on fire at Joshua Tree National Park. Joshua Tree National Park is unreal. Its spiky namesake trees are often compared to something out of Dr. Seuss’ ...

Conservationists have tried for years to protect the Western Joshua tree, a twisty plant strewn across the desert landscape. They sought a threatened-species designation from California that is ...

This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today. The Mojave National Preserve was ...

The vast majority of Joshua Tree National Park visitors never reach Covington Flats, which isn't near any of the park's main entrances and is only accessible via bumpy dirt roads or treks on foot ...