Discover fascinating facts about the Mojave Tribe, a vibrant Native American community with a rich history along the Colorado River. Learn about their culture, language, agriculture, and ongoing efforts to preserve their heritage.
Uncover the breathtaking beauty of the USA’s deserts! From the lush Sonoran Desert to the dramatic Mojave and serene Great Basin, explore unique ecosystems, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable outdoor adventures.
California is known for its diverse landscapes and geography, with a variety of desert locations which ar some of the state’s most unique and captivating areas. Often, these areas are referred to as “high desert” or “low desert”, although there is no official map or denomination distinguishing the two. These areas differ greatly in terms … Read more
On January 14th, 2023, the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreational Area (ISDRA) held its 25th annual cleanup event, drawing in hundreds of participants from Imperial County and surrounding areas. The event, which is a tradition that has been ongoing for over two decades, saw individuals coming together to clean up and preserve the natural beauty of … Read more
In January 2023, Circus and adult entertainment company Spiegelworld announced they purchased Nipton, California, a semi-abandoned town which they plan to revive as an artist residency and their base of operations. The desert town has however already undergone a series of peculiar transformations in recent years. In 2017, Nipton had been purchased by American Green, … Read more
Municipalities located in the “High Desert”, a region located in the western Mojave desert in southern California, are preparing for Christmas 2022 with celebrations and parades, but will perhaps decorate palm trees instead of pines and firs. A “white” Christmas is unlikely in the desert, but expect holiday vibes with food, hot cocoa, cookies, Christmas-themed … Read more
Originally published on November 15th, 2022 Hundreds of people are forced to set camp in the Mojave desert in response to the current housing crisis in Los Angeles County, VICE News reports. Over 200 people have been asked to leave the city limits for the open desert, where they often end up struggling with extreme … Read more
Mojave National Preserve is an area of immense desert landscapes in southeastern California. It is federally protected as a National Preserve and is part of the National Park System. Mojave National Preserve’s enormous desert territories include elements of three of the four major North American deserts: the Mojave, Great Basin, and Sonoran. The preserve’s remarkable … Read more
Around 30% of the USA territory comprises desert or semi-desert environments, mainly located in the southwestern area. This includes the Mojave Desert, the Sonoran Desert, the Chihuahuan Desert, and the Great Basin Desert.
The Mojave Desert is in the rain shadow of the southern Sierra Nevada mountains and Transverse Ranges, which block the moisture-laden clouds carried by the prevailing winds. As these clouds rise over the mountains, they cool and lose their moisture on the windward side, leaving the leeward side, where the Mojave Desert is located, significantly drier.