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Arch Rock This short hike leads to a natural arch in the granite formations by White Tank Campground. | |
Bajada Trail This level 0.3-mile nature trail loop explores the plants living on a desert bajada. | |
Barker Dam This level 1.5-mile loop visits a small foreign-looking reservoir within the Wonderland of Rocks. | |
Cholla Cactus Garden This quarter-mile loop allows visitors to stroll through an intense concentration of cholla cacti. | |
Contact Mine This 3.9-mile hike ascends 700 feet up a wash, a canyon, and an old road to a mountainside mine site that offers a glimpse into the mining history of Joshua Tree. | |
Crown Prince Lookout This easy 3.25-mile round trip hike crosses a desert plateau to a pair of overlook near the site of an World War II era observation post. | |
Desert Queen Mine This 1.6-mile hike follows a level trail to an overlook before crossing a canyon to visits the ruins of one the most profitable gold mines in the California desert. | |
Fortynine Palms Oasis The 3-mile round trip hike visits a cool desert oasis. | |
Hidden Valley This one mile loop circles the interior of a small valley surrounded by tall rocks that serves as an excellent bouldering arena. | |
High View Nature Trail This 1 1/3-mile loop climbs a ridge on the west side of the park that offers views of San Gorgonio Mountain and Yucca Valley, along with an introduction to desert plants. | |
Indian Cove The 101-site campground is home to a 0.6-mile interpretive trail and endless bouldering and rock climbing opportunities. | |
Lucky Boy Vista This level 2.5-mile hike visits a modest overlook at the site of an old mine. | |
Ryan Mountain This 3-mile round-trip hike offers summit views from the center of Joshua Tree National Park. | |
Ryan Ranch This 0.8 or 1.2-mile round trip hike visits the ruins of an old adobe homestead beneath Ryan Mountain. | |
Inspiration Peak This 1.2-mile hike leaves the crowds at Keys View for even grander views at a 5,550-foot summit that looks out on the Coachella Valley, the Salton Sea, Mount San Jacinto, and much of Joshua Tree National Park. | |
Lost Horse Mine This 4-mile round-trip trail visits a well-preserved mine and mill. | |
Lost Palms Oasis This 7.2-mile hike visits a desert oasis nestled between mountains in the southeast corner of the park. | |
Mastodon Peak This 2.6-mile loop visits a 3,400-foot summit with panoramic views of southeastern Joshua Tree. | |
Wall Street Mill This level 1.55 to 2.15-mile hike visits a well-reserved gold mill, exploring the mining history of Joshua Tree National Park. | |
Warren Peak This 5.5-mile hike summits a peak with impressive views over the west side of Joshua Tree. | |
Wonderland Wash This level 2.1-mile hike travels past the ruins of Wonderland Ranch up a use trail into the Wonderland of Rocks. |
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