Joshua trees and desert mountains at dawn.

Dawn in Joshua Tree National Park

March 9, 2026
Canon EOS 6D 195 mm f/6.3 1/100 sec ISO 400

There is something special about being in Joshua Tree National Park at dawn. The desert is peaceful, the air is cool, and the first sunlight brings warm colors to the surrounding mountains. It’s a wonderful time to enjoy the quiet before the day begins.