Early settlers likened the Joshua Tree to arms raised in prayer, like Joshua of the Bible…and the name stuck. It grows at altitudes of 2,000 to 6,000 feet. We are just above 3,000 feet at Red Rock, just west of Las Vegas. 

There is a ghost town in Nevada, filled with Joshua Trees, named Palmetto. Those settlers thought the Joshua Trees were Palm trees!

Today we move to an RV park in town. We had extended our time here to be supportive to our Mom. She is still in rehab and your ongoing prayers are appreciated.