We tried to get into a campsite at the Cottonwood Springs Campground in Joshua Tree but just could not fit - long enough but not wide enough to extend the slide - so we ended up "boondocking" just outside the gate! Along with many others! The moon was so bright last night that the desert glowed almost iridescent.
We spent the day exploring the park and hiking to some scenic spots. Many people say the desert has its own beauty but, since I prefer green grass, trees, lakes and mountains, I would use the word "barren" to describe it!! Of course, it is winter and they are experiencing the worst draught in years so I can't expect much.The road is winding and curvy through the park - can't understand it - it is all flat desert - not like they have to go around things! Guess it is to keep people from speeding like I wanted to do! We did see wildlife - a roadrunner and two coyotes. We drove up to Keys View and saw a spectacular landscape of Coachella Valley, the San Andreas Fault and the Salton Sea. The only problem was the wind - so strong we could barely stand still and/or walk - I was afraid it would blow me over the cliff! It has been really windy the last 5 days - howling at night and even though it is sunny and in the 70's it is disagreeable to be outside during the day.
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