Joshua Tree National Park has captivated visitors for decades, but most recently, it has become a popular backdrop for social media content. This popularity is driving a spike in desert tourism that leaves behind a large footprint. Among the benefits of these platforms are the positive portrayal of desert landscapes and new opportunity to educate visitors. The consequences of a tourism boom include graffiti, littering, and the noise and light pollution impact of music festivals on wildlife. A challenge locals face is the balance between inviting enthusiast visitors and inspiring stewardship of the land. Hear from Glen Steigelman of The Station Joshua Tree, Laura Crane of the Nature Conservancy, Jane Rodgers of the National Parks Service and Frazier Haney of The Wildlands Conservancy share their gripes and praises of social media's impact on Joshua Tree.

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