Joshua Tree is best described as an outdoor natural history museum with world-class hiking trails. Shaped over millions of years by oppressive heat, unrelenting winds, and torrents of rain, today this arid landscape is brimming with its namesake Joshua trees and cacti, lizards and wild birds, and plenty of Precambrian rocks. During your visit, peruse the geological wonders and learn about the flora and fauna of the Mojave Desert as you follow established trails or explore the backcountry. Find out more about the best hikes in Joshua Tree National Park from Liz Thomas, professional hiker and guidebook author.
800,000 acres of unspoiled desert wilderness
Bag a peak or two and sleep under the starry California sky
Learn about the area’s unique geology, flora, and fauna
57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.
We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Joshua Tree National Park, California, please refer to Visit California’s COVID-19 travel guidelines and Joshua Tree National Park’s COVID-19 alerts and conditions.
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What you get on this adventure:
What’s not included:
Some hiking experience is recommended for this adventure. You will be hiking for up to 6 hours a day, covering 5-8 miles of terrain with moderate elevation gain. Participants should be comfortable being active for most of the day, multiple days in a row. Keep in mind, the weather can be hot and you’ll also be packing a daypack filled with water and other things you’ll need throughout the day.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Sleeping bags and tents are available to rent from your guide.
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season.
Group sizes and prices:
Hiking in Joshua Tree, CA can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
A 20% deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid thirty (30) calendar days in advance of the trip For last-minute bookings, the client pays the full price upon booking Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies.
To get to Joshua Tree National Park, CA, most people fly into Los Angeles International Airport, which is 2 hours away. From there, you can take a local flight, rent a car or take a bus to Palm Springs, which is right next to the Joshua Tree National Park.
Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet.
