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The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Joshua Tree National Park, Joshua Tree National Park
Spanning two deserts, the Joshua Tree National Park encompasses a wealth of natural beauty.
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1. Mission Well
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Only the ruins remain of this well, dug to provide water to mines nearby.
Reviewed By Perkadventures - Banning, United States
Some pictures show the Mission Mill just down the road. We started at the Pinto Basin Road and dove about 9.5 miles on what is called a 4 wheel drive road using a High clearance SUV. Drive slowly and this road can be accomplished to the Mission Well on the right side and further down on the left is the Mission Mill remains. This is the Pinto Wash and it has several other wells and mill sites that are only slabs to see and there are junk cars in the wash near the Gold Rose Well. In or near the Pinto Wash is Sunrise Well, unknown Mill site, Cars in the wash, Gold Rose Well and Gold Rose mill. I have include sat photos of each site that you can get co-ordinated and use GPS to find. There is a lot of debris in this area. This is about a 2 mile hike to see these areas. We had GPS problems and did not find the Cars in the wash, or Gold Rose areas. We did visit the Mission Mill further up the road and this is interesting also to see.
2. Geology Tour Road
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
For four wheel drive vehicles only, this challenging road offers some sweeping panoramic views.
3. Keys Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By blessedbunch5 - Orlando, United States
We were lucky enough to reserve this Ranger led tour ahead of time (minimal fee) and it was so interesting and rich. You learn so much history of the area and of the lifestyle of the Keyes family (and families like them). It made the rest of our Joshua Tree exploring that much more enjoyable; like putting a picture into a frame!
4. Joshua Tree Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By lavidal2013 - Westhampton Beach, United States
I’ve always wanted to come here since a certain band put out a certain CD....I always thought it looked hauntingly beautiful and it did not disappoint . We got a map from the park service and toured all the recommended landmarks . It is thrilling to see all of the history in this park and imagine what life was like when people lived there . Bring water and good tall hiking boots and food or snacks . You can spend the entire day just exploring . Make sure you stay and watch the sunset over the desert !!
5. 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
6. 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.
7. Cottonwood Spring Oasis
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By Perkadventures - Banning, United States
Easy walking from parking circle down to the Palm Trees, steps with hand rail to use. Nice to walk around if you wish. Other trails from here if you wish. We used Highway 10 entry point , go to Ranger Station and turn righ and follow the road to parking area. Great views of true American Palm Trees. There are tree in other areas also.
8. Hall of Horrors
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By glennm921 - San Francisco, United States
The Hall of Horrors is not necessarily a favorite spot when visiting Joshua Tree NP, but it will depend on what activity there is on the rocks. You just might have the opportunity to see some climbers and that can make the stop worthwhile. There is also a restroom and a hiking trail that is most enjoyable. We made a couple of stops here during our days in the park and were treated to some climbers and enjoyed the hiking loop around the Hall of Horrors.
9. Ryan Ranch Homestead Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By wehaveapiperdoone - Miami, United States
A little heartbreaking to see the homestead in ruins after you learn how much pride Mrs. Ryan took in her home and cactus garden, but it is a very cool site with old adobe walls and scattered artifacts. Easy, easy hike.
10. Johnny Lang Grave
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4.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Perkadventures - Banning, United States
We had the wrong spot to search and spent some time beating the bushes looking and then gave up. While leaving we saw the Marked on the other side of Key View Road. Turned around and had a hard time parking because this area has curbs, but did find Lost Horse Mine Road and were able to park there and walk to the Grave Site. Could not read all of the marker but could still see his name. A part of this areas history about a miner that died on this lonely area. Was hard to find but worth the effort. Use care this seems to be a highway that is well used. Know the history before you goo.
