Snow in the Desert? - Joshua Tree National Park

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Written By Elliot Koeppel

Yes, it can snow in Joshua Tree National Monument. And when it does, it turns the desert landscape into a magical winter wonderland. Something that if you ever get the chance to see in person, move heaven and earth to do so.

It was cold at Indian Cove campground, but the only regret at the time was not bringing extra socks.

Our camping party survived the night.

Time to head into the park and see what we could find. And have a snowball fight, or two.

Even covered in fluffy snow, looking so pretty, this mojave yucca wanted nothing more than to draw blood.

These photos were taken on December 26th and 27th of 2019. Probably the best days I’ve ever spent in the park. Hope you enjoyed these images.

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Did you know the same sculptor who made the Cabazon dinosaurs also worked at Knott's Berry Farm for many years and created most of the "Bench People" you see in Ghost Town. https://www.exploratography.com/blog-cal/the-bench-people-knotts-be
Santa Rex is back! Did you know the same sculptor who made the Cabazon dinosaurs also worked at Knott's Berry Farm for many years and created most of the "Bench People" you see in Ghost Town. https://www.exploratography.com/blog-cal/the-ben
Probably the two most famous "Bench People" at Knott's Berry Farm. They have a unique tie-in to those giant Dinosaurs out at Cabazon, along the 10 Freeway. Checkout this link to read about it: https://www.exploratography.com/blog-cal/cabazo
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La Habra 300 Bowl. Just down the street from where I work. . . . . . #neonsign #bowlingalley #vintagesign #lahabra #california #whittierblvd #exploratography #iphone16pro #iphonephotography
The Airflite Cafe Does this building seem oddly familiar, like something out of a Twilight Zone episode perhaps? Read on, fellow travelers, searchers and explorers. At the signpost up ahead, you’ve entered the location known as “Grant.&rd
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The Lady and the Prospector. Check out the chunk of gold in his hand. I don't think he's impressing her. . . . . #knottsberryfarm #themepark #california #usa #beachblvd #exploratography #iphone16pro #iphonephotography #nostalgia #ghosttown #wildwest
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