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Race Jones
Photo Date: 
12/01/2014
Exploring an arch at night along the Arches Rock Nature Trail in Joshua Tree National Park.
Race Jones
Photo Date: 
12/01/2014
A clear night sky showcases a gorgeous starscape over Arches Rock Nature Trail in Joshua Tree National Park.
Jessica Beauchemin
Photo Date: 
04/05/2017
Sweeping desert views await around every corner of the Barber Peak Loop.
Jessica Beauchemin
Photo Date: 
04/05/2017
In some sections the Barber Peak Loop Trail is very easy to follow!
Tyson Gillard
Photo Date: 
03/19/2016
Twin Tanks Backcountry Campsite.
Tyson Gillard
Photo Date: 
03/19/2016
Sunset at Twin Tanks Backcountry Campsites.
Yelena Sukhanov
Photo Date: 
03/25/2017
The cliff walls are dotted with holes along Rings Loop Trail.
Yelena Sukhanov
Photo Date: 
03/25/2017
The Rings Loop Trail flattens out as it loops back.
Jessica Beauchemin
Photo Date: 
04/06/2017
Water pumps are sometimes available; plan to bring your own water to Hole in the Wall Campground.
Jessica Beauchemin
Photo Date: 
04/06/2017
The Hole-in-the-Wall Campground is an excellent base for exploring the Mojave Desert.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2016
An abandoned mineral springs pool at the Desert Studies Center.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2016
Overlooking the Mojave National Preserve.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2016
Bighorn sheep can sometimes be seen near the Desert Studies Center.
Andy Pigg
Photo Date: 
05/07/2016
One of the many petroglyph panels found in the main gallery area along Trail 100 in Petroglyph Canyon.
Andy Pigg
Photo Date: 
05/07/2016
Hikers point out prominent volcanic peaks in Petroglyph Canyon.
Andy Pigg
Photo Date: 
05/07/2016
Archaeologists believe up to 1,700 unique designs are visible within the Petroglyph Canyon area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
09/01/2016
The sanctuary is home to some of the tallest Joshua Trees in Los Angeles County.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
09/01/2016
A soft sand track through the Alpine Butte Wildlife sanctuary is not recommended for travel. It's better to park on the outskirts of the area and walk in.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
09/01/2016
The Alpine Butte sanctuary benefits from colorful sunrises and sunsets, especially combined with the distant San Gabriel Mountains and visible urban lights of Palmdale and Lancaster in the background.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
09/01/2016
Sign along Avenue O. There are no main entrances, but Avenue O makes as a good a place as any to begin your walk.

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