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Joshua Tree is quickly becoming one of America’s most popular national parks – and for good reason.
With trails ranging from simple to strenuous, easily accessible rock formations, an epic scenic overlook, and old pioneer history dotted across the open desert, there’s something for everyone.
On Shaka Guide’s Joshua Tree National Park Tour you’ll experience the best this spot has to offer at 20 hand-picked stops.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the Joshua Tree National Park Tour!
• Check out the quirky and oddly shaped Joshua Trees
• Hike at Split Rock Loop Trail
• Take a selfie at Intersection Rock
• Ask questions and learn about the park’s flora at Joshua Tree Cultural Center
• Watch the sunset at Keys View
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Meeting and pickup
To reach CA-62 from Palm Springs, head north on North Indian Canyon Drive and continue for about 10 miles. Then, turn left onto CA-62 (Twentynine Palms Highway), which will lead you toward destinations like Joshua Tree and Twentynine Palms. The drive typically takes around 15–20 minutes.
Itinerary
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This is a long hike through Joshua Tree’s southern Colorado Desert. It’s very scenic, but there’s little to no shade and can be brutally hot from spring to fall. Bring water and sun protection, but be prepared to be wowed by the landscape and the palm oasis at the trail’s end. You can also just take a brief look at the oasis by the trailhead, and move on to the next stop.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
2
Pay the park fee here, use the restrooms, or ask the rangers questions.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Learn more about the quirky ocotillo plant in this little pull off.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Teddy Bear chollas look furry and cute but nothing could be further from the truth: walk carefully among thousands of mature chollas along a short nature trail. Just don’t get poked, and wear good close-toed shoes.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This beautiful natural arch is one of the largest in the area and is a popular spot for photographers. Have fun climbing around the rocks!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Hike through iconic rock formations on this easy trail.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This popular boulder looks a bit like a skull that’s melted in the desert heat. Please park carefully, as the roadside plants are fragile.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Ryan Mountain is one of the park’s best hikes, and affords adventurers a 360-degree view of the valley and surrounding area.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Yet another cool rock formation of rounded gneiss boulders in the middle of the desert.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
The site of an attempted (and ill-fated) 1970s funeral, Cap Rock is one of many iconic gneiss formations in the park.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
This moderate-level hike will bring you out to Lost Horse Mine, where gold ore was famously mined and stolen by one of Joshua Tree’s ne'er-do-wells, Johnny Lang.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12
This lovely overlook offers gorgeous sunset views over Palm Springs, and you can also see the San Andreas Fault.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13
Note, if you take the trail counterclockwise, make sure to turn left at the fork in the trail (just before the petroglyphs) to return to the Barker Dam parking lot. If you continue straight, you'll go to the Echo T parking lot, which is further away.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
14
Vault toilets are available.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
15
This fun little nature trail is one of the park’s most popular hikes, with rock formations to climb on and plenty of cool desert flora to take pictures of.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
16
Vault toilets are available.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
17
This is the last chance to stop before re-entering the park for information, a flush toilet, or a quick bite to eat.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
18
Ask questions, view exhibits, and maybe buy a souvenir or two at Joshua Tree’s newest visitor center.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Use the restroom, browse the gift shop, and enjoy a brief trail around an oasis.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Additional Starting Points: • Palm Springs • Route 247 • Amboy • Route 62 • Interstate 10
- Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Additional Starting Points: • Palm Springs • Route 247 • Amboy • Route 62 • Interstate 10
- Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
- Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
- Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
- Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
- Private and Personalized: • Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. • Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
- The Ultimate Guided Tour: • Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. • Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.
- What Our Users Say: • “A fantastic way to explore! Easy to use and very informative.” • “Loved the flexibility to stop and go as we pleased. Highly recommend!”
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Cancellation Policy
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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