Joshua Tree Hikes
The trails of Joshua Tree offer some of the world's most unique, rugged, and surreal scenery. Joshua Tree National Park is where the lower Sonoran Desert (like the one you see in old cowboy movies) meets the rugged, higher-altitude Mojave Desert. There's a trail for everyone here, from short trails that take in the iconic scenery to multi-day adventures away from the crowds. Be sure to check out my Joshua Tree hiking tips page before you go!
| Hike | Dist. | Climb | Effort | Dogs | Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Queen Mine Hike & Eagle Cliff Mine | 1.8 miles | 180 ft | Easy | N | Twentynine Palms |
| Hike Split Rock (Joshua Tree) Loop Trail | 2.5 miles | 360 ft | Easy | N | Twentynine Palms |
| Hike Mastodon Peak Trail | 2.6 miles | 510 ft | Moderate | N | Twentynine Palms |
| Hike the 49 Palms Oasis Trail | 3 miles | 700 ft | Moderate | N | Twentynine Palms |
| Ryan Mountain Trail Hike | 3 miles | 1060 ft | Moderate | N | Joshua Tree National Park |
| Hike the Pine City Trail (Joshua Tree) | 4.2 miles | 280 ft | Easy | N | Twentynine Palms |
| Tim's Ladder Trail | 6 miles | 2100 ft | Moderate | Y | Desert Hot Springs |
| Hike Willow Hole (Joshua Tree) | 7 miles | 320 ft | Moderate | N | Joshua Tree National Park |
| Lost Horse Mine Trail | 7 miles | 1040 ft | Moderate | N | Twentynine Palms |
| Hike Lost Palms Oasis Trail | 7.4 miles | 700 ft | Moderate | N | Twentynine Palms |
| Panorama Loop and Warren Peak (Joshua Tree) | 8 miles | 1750 ft | Moderate | N | Yucca Valley |
| Boy Scout Trail (Joshua Tree) Hike | 16 miles | 1850 ft | Hard | N | Twentynine Palms |
| California Riding and Hiking Trail (Joshua Tree) | 38 miles | 3060 ft | Hard | N | Twentynine Palms |
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Panorama Loop and Warren Peak (Joshua Tree)
The Panorama Loop and Warren Peak hike in Joshua Tree NP gets you away from the crowds and into some...
Tim's Ladder Trail
A local's favorite, the Tim's Ladder Trail offers a rugged adventure into the hills of the northern Coachella Valley. Along...
Joshua Tree Hiking Tips
Planning a hiking trip to Joshua Tree National Park can be intimidating. There are a lot of trails and if...
California Riding and Hiking Trail (Joshua Tree)
Backpacking the California Riding and Hiking Trail (CRHT) is like a mini thru-hike of Joshua Tree National Park. The CRHT...
Hike the Pine City Trail (Joshua Tree)
If you want to dip your toe into desert hiking at Joshua Tree, the hike on the Pine City Trail...
Boy Scout Trail (Joshua Tree) Hike
As one of the longer recommended day hikes in Joshua Tree National Park, the Boy Scout Trail is a popular...
Desert Queen Mine Hike & Eagle Cliff Mine
The Desert Queen Mine hike is a cool one; you can actually touch and explore the ruins of a mine...
Hike Split Rock (Joshua Tree) Loop Trail
The Split Rock Trail in Joshua Tree is one of those hikes that packs a lot of scenery into a...
Hike the 49 Palms Oasis Trail
This hike on the 49 Palms Oasis Trail takes you to a pristine fan palm oasis, tucked into a hidden...
Hike Willow Hole (Joshua Tree)
The hike to Willow Hole in Joshua Tree takes you through quintessential desert scenery to a hidden willow grove that...
Lost Horse Mine Trail
The Lost Horse Mine Trail hike offers not only a peaceful trip to a neat mine that's over 100 years...
Ryan Mountain Trail Hike
The Ryan Mountain Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Joshua Tree for a good reason. Ryan Mountain,...
Hike Lost Palms Oasis Trail
Hiking the Lost Palms Oasis Trail in Joshua Tree National Park is a unique experience. The trail is in the...
Hike Mastodon Peak Trail
A hike on the Mastodon Peak Trail loop is a fun way to explore the rugged southern part of Joshua...