Fodor's Expert Review Oasis Visitor Center
Joshua Tree National Park
Visitor Center
Editor's Note: This location is no longer in operation.
Exhibits here illustrate how Joshua Tree was formed, reveal the differences between the park's two types of desert, and demonstrate how plants and animals eke out an existence in this arid climate. Take the ½-mile nature walk through the nearby Oasis of Mara, which is alive with palm trees and mesquite shrubs. Facilities include picnic tables, restrooms, and a bookstore.