Guide to Visiting Joshua Tree National Park

"A trailhead area that feels like walking through a miniature Grand Canyon, with towering walls in an ephemeral wash, multiple routes that let you choose your distance, and standout bird-watching alongside diverse desert flora." - 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