Three Major North American Deserts: Sonoran, Mojave, Great Basin

Notable North American Deserts

• Sonoran Desert: SW U.S. & Mexico; extreme temps, saguaros, diverse wildlife; Saguaro National Park.
• Mojave Desert: SW U.S.; arid landscapes, Joshua trees, rock formations; Death Valley (hottest, driest, lowest point).
• Great Basin Desert: Western U.S.; high desert, unique ecosystems; Bonneville Salt Flats, ancient bristlecone pines.