We made the drive out to see one last national park 3 hours away from San Marcos: Joshua Tree National Park.
The distinctive trees which give the park its name are a type of yucca palm. As with so many things out here, travelling Mormons gave the trees the name Joshua trees as it was said to resemble Joshua with his arms outstretched in prayer.
While the Joshua trees give the landscape a unique look, the park also is a geologists paradise with many and varied rock formations dotting the park. An area called the Wonderland of Rocks resembles a child's playpen full of misshapen play-doh. The rock formations make for great places to climb around and explore. We encountered a few in the area bouldering around the rocks.
The Joshua trees seem to thrive in the desert heat.
Skull Rock
Food watch: Flat bread at Subway. You have to try it. Its like fluffy pita bread.
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