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.

Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

What you get on this adventure:

• • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  • Two or four days of camping and hiking
  • Campsite reservations
  • Food and water on the trail

What’s not included:

• • Transportation
  • Park entry fees
  • Sleeping bag (can be arranged)
  • Backpack (can be arranged)
  • Tent (can be arranged)
  • Personal hiking and camping gear

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:

• • Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 15-30L bag)
  • Hiking poles — optional
  • Warm hat 
  • Sun hat with a brim
  • Buff or neck scarf
  • Breathable wicking base layers
  • Warm down, puffy, or fleece jacket
  • Waterproof rain jacket
  • Lightweight hiking pants
  • Warm clothes to sleep in
  • Lightweight hiking boots or shoes
  • Sandals or camp shoes
  • Reusable water bottle or hydration bladder (3L capacity)
  • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  • Personal first aid kit
  • Headlamp
  • Sunglasses
  • Sleeping bag rated to 20 degrees or below with liner
  • Pack cover
  • Camera — optional (but recommended)

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:

• • For the private adventures, the minimum client to guide ratio is 1:1, while the maximum one is 3:1.
  • The cost per person decreases as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to hike with friends and family! 

Hiking in Joshua Tree, CA can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements:

• • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  • Children are welcome as long as they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

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. 

• • If Client cancels the Booking anytime prior to fourteen (14) calendar days in advance of the trip contemplated by the booking, Client is entitled to a full refund. 
  • For cancellations less than fourteen (14) days in advance, Client is not entitled to a return of deposit.

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.