SAN DIEGO >> Few places are as vast and ever-changing as the desert, where the landscape shifts with the seasons and life impressively thrives in a hostile environment. One of the best ways to enjoy ...

Over the last several weeks, I’ve shared the highlights of California’s two desert national parks, Death Valley and Joshua Tree; both feature mild winter climates and intriguing typography; this week, ...

If you’re looking to escape city lights and enjoy some of the clearest, most stunning night skies, Southern California’s desert campgrounds offer a perfect getaway. The wide-open spaces and low light ...

During its annual wildflower eruption, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in Southern California draws a family who has a few things to learn about the basics of camping, cactuses and ghost flowers. At ...