On Highway 78, I watched the valleys awaken in vibrant blooms — a dramatic springtime show

LA Times Tuesday 7th April 2026, 10:00AM 1 min read 1 day ago

<p>From the mountain forest to the stark badlands of Borrego Springs to the Colorado River, this road trip spans one of the most dramatic ecological transitions in the American Southwest.</p>

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