Mojave National Preserve: From Neon to Nirvana

Joshua Trees add life and whimsy to the desert near the Colorado River Valley. Photos by Tim Kessel. Covering three states and several desert ecosystems, this ride was a survey of contrasts, from arid sand dunes to thriving wetlands, whimsical Joshua trees to towering palms, bustling humanity to sublime solitude. An exploration of the Mojave National Preserve and lower Colorado…