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Introducing Mojave National Preserve
Created as part of the 1994 California Desert Protection Act, this free preserve contains 1.5 million acres of sand dunes, Joshua trees, volcanic outcroppings and stunning rock formations - sort of like Death Valley and Joshua Tree National Parks rolled into one, but with far fewer people. Bighorn sheep, desert tortoise and wily coyote are frequently sighted, especially around dusk and in the early morning. Daytime temperatures hover above 100°F from May to September, then hang around 50°F in winter, when snowstorms are not unheard of. Strong winds are usual in autumn and spring.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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