I've visited California a handful of times, and have never been able to organize a day-trip to Joshua Tree National Park. This time, I traveled alone so I could selfishly create the agenda; Joshua Tree was the only thing on my list.
One thing I was not prepared for was the sheer magnitude of the park. Consisting of 790,000 acres, the park is larger than the State of Rhode Island, and took a few hours cruise about.
As I made my way through the park I stopped numerous times to really take in the unusual trees, each distinct with their own geometric beauty. Technically not a tree, the "Joshua Tree" is a actually named Yucca Brevifolia, a plant species in the Agave family. Although highly-concentrated in Joshua Tree National Park, I did see them throughout the entire Mojave Desert region.
Another surprise I saw early on were the massive boulders and opportunity for rock-climbing. I was not prepared with the proper equipment, but should you be an avid climbing fan, there are 8,000 climbing routes in the park to choose from!
I'll keep this entry short and sweet; visit this place with your camera and accompanying music. I will be returning soon to further explore more of this incredible park, but until then...I'm comin' home, baby.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
RECOMMENDATIONS
Never leave home without the proper music to accompany. -like pairing wine w/ dinner- The playlist below was built specifically for this itinerary.
One Tree Hill - U2
King Of California - Dave Alvin
Diving Woman - Japanese Breakfast
Little Movies - Aaron Lee Tasjan
Hands Of Time - Ron Sexsmith
The Mother Lode - Thom Yorke
Electric Relaxation - A Tribe Called Quest
Year In The Kingdom - J. Tillman
Stranger In A Strange Land - Leon Russell
Overjoyed - Jars Of Clay
Landforms - Other Lives
The Old Man's Back Again - Scott Walker
I'll Be Back - Kindness
Lost On The Way Home - Chromeo
Going To California - Led Zeppelin
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