Utah’s five national parks are world-famous, but we also have national forests, national historic sites, national recreation areas, and even four national natural landmarks, including one that you may have never heard of. It’s time to discover Joshua Tree National Natural Landmark.

You've probably heard of Joshua Tree National Park in California. Well, we have our very own Joshua Tree National Natural Landmark right here in Utah, and you're definitely going to want to pay this place a visit!
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This beautiful place is the only spot where you'll find Joshua trees in Utah, and it's also the farthest north point in the U.S. to find tree yuccas. The Joshua Tree Natural Area covers 1,052 acres of federally-protected land. It was designated in 1966.
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The area is just three miles from the Arizona border, and you can reach it in about 40 minutes from St. George.
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Take Old U.S. Highway 91 from St. George. Travel through Santa Clara, then through the Shivwits Paiute Reservation. An alternative route from St. George is to take I-15 south, crossing into Arizona to Littlefield. From there, take Highway 91 north to the landmark.
You won't find an official sign for this landmark, but you'll know you're in the right place when you begin to see the Joshua trees on the side of the road.
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Joshua trees are actually a type of yucca plant, and they're only found in the Mojave Desert. They're often referred to as Dr. Seuss Trees, because of their strange shape and tufts of blade-like leaves.
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You'll definitely want to have your camera along on this trip. In the spring, the desert plants blossom with flowers in vibrant colors, but even after the blooms are gone, the desert plants are gorgeous year-round.
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The scenery is downright stunning out here. With the desert foliage right in front of you, and the vast land stretching toward the mountains in the distance, you'll feel like you've found your own remote piece of heaven.
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Joshua Tree National Natural Landmark is a truly hidden gem in Southern Utah, and it's well worth the drive to find it.
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Click here for the Google map with directions.

Have you ever visited the Joshua Tree National Natural Landmark? Tell our readers about your adventure!

While you’re in the St. George area, take a trip to the little town of Veyo, where you’ll find this incredible spring-fed pool. You’ll also want to stop at Veyo Pies!

 

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