Originally Posted by
sprocketss
Joshua Tree will be a highlight of my tour and I intend to spend a couple of days there exploring. Thanks for pointing out Cottonwoods campground.
Since you are going in the spring, the bees won't be at their worst, and you could comfortably camp wherever. Good idea to ask the rangers about conditions.
Do make sure you have sufficient water carrying capacity, and some electrolyte powder. I carry 4-5+ liters when I go desert hiking.