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Arch Rock Hike Joshua TreeArch Rock
This short hike leads to a natural arch in the granite formations by White Tank Campground.
Bajada TrailBajada Trail
This level 0.3-mile nature trail loop explores the plants living on a desert bajada.
barker dam trailBarker Dam
This level 1.5-mile loop visits a small foreign-looking reservoir within the Wonderland of Rocks.
cholla cactus trailCholla Cactus Garden
This quarter-mile loop allows visitors to stroll through an intense concentration of cholla cacti.
desert queen mine trailContact 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 trailCrown 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 trailDesert 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.
49 palms trailFortynine Palms Oasis
The 3-mile round trip hike visits a cool desert oasis.
hidden valley trailHidden 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 trailHigh 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 trailIndian Cove
The 101-site campground is home to a 0.6-mile interpretive trail and endless bouldering and rock climbing opportunities.
Lucky Boy vista trailLucky Boy Vista
This level 2.5-mile hike visits a modest overlook at the site of an old mine.
Ryan Mountain trailRyan Mountain
This 3-mile round-trip hike offers summit views from the center of Joshua Tree National Park.
Ryan Ranch TrailRyan Ranch
This 0.8 or 1.2-mile round trip hike visits the ruins of an old adobe homestead beneath Ryan Mountain.
Inspiration Peak trailInspiration 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 trailLost Horse Mine
This 4-mile round-trip trail visits a well-preserved mine and mill.
oasis trailLost Palms Oasis
This 7.2-mile hike visits a desert oasis nestled between mountains in the southeast corner of the park.
mastodon peak trailMastodon Peak
This 2.6-mile loop visits a 3,400-foot summit with panoramic views of southeastern Joshua Tree.
Wall Street Mill trailWall 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 trailWarren Peak
This 5.5-mile hike summits a peak with impressive views over the west side of Joshua Tree.
Wonderland Wash trailWonderland 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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