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Explore California's New Desert Frontier
The Desert That Just Got Protected
Chuckwalla National Monument is California's newest protected desert landscape. This vast, untamed wilderness between Joshua Tree and the Salton Sea is finally getting the recognition it deserves — and it's waiting for you to explore it.
America's Newest National Monument
Over 600,000 acres of protected desert wilderness — one of the largest conservation designations in California history.
Rugged Mountain Ranges
The Chuckwalla Mountains rise dramatically from the desert floor with ancient volcanic formations and hidden palm oases.
Untouched Trail Systems
Miles of uncharted backcountry trails through washes, canyons, and ridgelines waiting to be explored.
Pristine Dark Skies
Far from city lights, experience some of the darkest skies in Southern California. World-class stargazing territory.
Dispersed Camping
True wilderness camping under open skies. No crowds, no reservations — just you and 600,000 acres of desert.
Desert Wildlife
Home to the iconic chuckwalla lizard, desert tortoises, bighorn sheep, and golden eagles soaring over the valley.
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