The Keys View overlook at Joshua Tree National Park is a sight to see. Park Ranger Pam Tripp elaborates…
Earth, Air and Water all move in southern California. Visitors to Joshua Tree National Park can view these elements at the spectacular Keys View overlook. Mountain peaks, valley expanses and the famous San Andreas Fault form the panorama at Keys View. This landscape tells us of the dynamic earth movements that characterize our area. Water moves here too. The Salton Sea dominates the Coachella Valley below Keys View and is a remnant of ancient lakes that once filled the valley. Air also moves in this scene. As the sun heats the desert floor, rising air currents bring moisture upward from the Salton Sea resulting in haze later in the day. This rising air is replaced by cool, dense air from the Pacific Ocean that often brings smoggy days to the park. In the heat of summer, bees can sometimes hover around the Keys View area. As a safety measure, turn off vehicle air conditioners while driving up to the viewpoint. This can help to keep the bees from hovering near you. For the Desert Radio Group Copper Mountain Broadcasting Z107.7This is Park Ranger Pam Tripp, reminding you to enjoy the solace and wonder of your national park.
KEYS VIEW IN JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK
