Joshua Tree, Desert community in San Bernardino County, United States.
Joshua Tree is a community in the California high desert at an elevation of around 2,700 feet (834 meters). Housing, studios, and small businesses spread across a wide area between the dry hillsides.
The community grew from the 1970s onward as a home for people seeking a quiet desert life. Proximity to the national park shaped local development strongly.
The Noah Purifoy Desert Art Museum displays outdoor sculptures and installations made from reclaimed objects. These works connect artistic expression with the spare desert landscape that surrounds them.
The visitor center on Park Boulevard provides maps and guidance for exploring the surrounding area. Roads and trails lead from the town center toward nearby desert zones and hiking routes.
Temperatures swing between around 115 degrees Fahrenheit (46 Celsius) in summer and 17 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 8 Celsius) in winter. These wide swings shape daily routines and the way houses are built in the area.
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