Guide to Visiting Joshua Tree National Park

"An easy, quick hike that blends history and beauty, where a dam first constructed by early cattle ranchers like the Keys family sits amid striking rock formations and desert flora; in warmer months, it’s a reliable place to watch ridges for desert bighorn sheep." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines