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Joshua Tree NP, California
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The garden features the Teddy Bear Cholla, known for its dense spines that can detach easily and stick to passersby.
The Cholla Cactus Garden boasts over a thousand cholla cacti spread across its 10-acre expanse.
The garden is most enchanting during sunrise or sunset when the spines of the cholla glow in the sunlight.
The Cholla Cactus Garden is located within Joshua Tree National Park, a vast protected area known for its diverse desert ecosystems.
Visitors can explore the garden throughout the year, but it's advisable to visit during cooler months to avoid the intense desert heat.
The cholla cactus provides shelter and food for various desert wildlife, including birds and small mammals.
A short, easy loop trail allows visitors to explore the garden at their own pace, offering informative signs along the way.
