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Joshua Tree National Park - California

Joshua Tree National Park has some of the most striking desert landscapes in the United States. It earned its name from the twisty Joshua trees that line the protected national park and has gained even more popularity in recent years due to its proximity to the annual Coachella music festival. Aside from the soaring temperatures that sometimes reach 120 degrees Fahrenheit, it’s home to venomous creatures like rattlesnakes and scorpions. Many who attempt to camp there overnight underestimate the cold night temperatures and harsh winds.

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Hiking and camping in Joshua Tree National Park is further complicated by the fact that there has been a noticeable increase in the frequency of wildfires recorded in the area.