There are a number of free admission days at national parks every year, and one of them falls this month on Feb. 16 — Presidents’ Day. Situated just a two-hour drive from Orange County near Twentynine Palms, Joshua Tree National Park has two distinct desert ecosystems and offers several hiking trails, stargazing, guided tours, scenic drives, 4×4-ing and camping grounds available to guests. Check weather conditions and prepare accordingly for food, gas, weather and water needs.

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