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Spanning two deserts, the Joshua Tree National Park encompasses a wealth of natural beauty.
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1. Quail Springs Trail
2. Lost Palms Oasis Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By 150beckyu
We started the hike around 8:30 a.m. We had a small backpack with water and lunch inside. We took tons of pictures. It is rolling hills and a climb down and out of the canyon - not too strenuous. We ate lunch by all the palm trees in the canyon. I counted the trees, but kinda got mixed up -- there are at least 100 of them though. We had the canyon to ourselves mostly. On our way out we meet at least 20 people going to the oasis -- so if you want an experience with less people, start your hike early. Very worthwhile hike. It was 60 degrees when we started and 70 degrees when we ended. Hike took 4.5 hours with time for lunch and picture taking.
3. Anaconda Mine
4. Ryan Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
Four mile hiking trail offering great views from the top.
Reviewed By Susie1028 - San Diego, United States
Ryan Mountain is an out and back, 3-mile round trip hike with 1,050 feet of elevation gain. That's fairly steep. The trail is dirt with numerous stone steps. The summit is at 5,457-feet, and offers impressive panoramic views of the jumbled rock formations and Joshua trees that make up the national park. Bring water, and be mindful of the temperatures. There is a parking lot and bathroom at the trailhead. Located in the center of the national park, closer to the west entrance.
5. Split Rock
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By amusicalchap - Edmonton, Canada
There is a hike for everyone, no matter your choice of length or difficulty. Our favourite of the day was the Split Rock Loop. It had a little bit of everything that you want to experience at Joshua Tree and we had an opportunity to watch some climbers. Also checked out Hall of Horrors and started our day with an easy walk at Hidden Valley Trail.
6. Boy Scout Trail
7. 49 Palms Canyon Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By fun2travel68 - San Carlos, United States
Thoroughly enjoyed this hike which exemplifies the beauty of the desert ~ dry, rocky, and rugged. It's technically not inside Joshua Tree National Park which is why the ranger recommended it. It wasn't crowded at all and has grand views of the valley. The hillsides are dotted with cacti and desert plants blooming through cracks in rocks. It's startling to see tall palm trees rise up in the distance as you hike through dry desert hills. We packed sandwiches and sat on huge boulders for a picnic lunch at the end of the trail. It's worth the strenuous hike to reach the secluded palm tree oasis by the spring! I'd rate this hike as moderately difficult due to the meandering dirt trail that becomes very rocky at times and there is hardly any shade. Wear hiking shoes, hats and bring adequate water. There are some steep parts that are not suited to the very young/old. Trails aren't marked very clearly and visitors can go off trail easily. Highly recommend hiking poles.
8. Cap Rock Nature Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
This is the Cap Rock Nature Loop. It is only 3 miles to enjoy the cacti and the rocks. While we walk we learn about flowers, rocks and way more At one time we had to enter through a small rock. That was fun! How does anything survive? Do the unique adaptations of many plants. and animals. There were a lot of boulders. We passed through the rocks. Wow! A must see! Getting to know the Joshua tree
9. Arch Rock Nature Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By elizabethmU6303LS
Amazing to see and climb around. We found the path difficult to follow-- maybe because there was snow. It's a SHORT hike from the campground. The Arch is a little off the official path, and you can climb over to it (not too hard of a climb over some boulders). And the rocks just around the Arch off the path is fun to climb on. We are a family of 4, kids are 6 and 10. We really loved exploring this area.
10. Wall Street Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By maxwellkg - Boston, United States
This trail is easily walked and you get a piece of gold mining history all in one. Some of the old mill is still standing along with a couple of old vehicle wrecks that were used at the site. If you are lucky you might see a rabbit or two.
