Twentynine Palms
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Hike the Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail
Twentynine Palms, California
5.0
3.08 mi
/ 653 ft gain
Just off highway 62 lies an easy 1/2 day hike with incredible views of the Morongo Valley. Though technically part of the park, the out-of-the-way-ness of the hike means you don't need to pay the $20 National Park fee. Parking is ample, and there's a pit toilet at the trailhead (beware of bees and yellow jackets!)
The hike begins by climbing up to the ridge bordering Joshua National Park. It's...
Contact Mine Trail
Twentynine Palms, California
3.84 mi
/ 748 ft gain
Contact Mine Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Twentynine Palms, California.
Rattlesnake Canyon from Indian Cove Picnic Area
Twentynine Palms, California
2.8 mi
/ 396 ft gain
Rattlesnake Canyon from Indian Cove Picnic Area is an out and back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Twentynine Palms, California
Boy Scout's Trail in Joshua Tree
Twentynine Palms, California
4.5
16.12 mi
/ 1539 ft gain
The Boy Scout trail connects the main part of the National Park to the outer rim campground, Indian Cove Campground. All backcountry overnight trips must be registered at a registration board (free, self-registration). Start this trip at the registration board located in either Indian Cove Campground (free to enter) or within the park ($20 fee for 7 days) at the Boy Scout Trail parking lot. Sta...
Mount Bob Loop from Indian Cove Campground
Twentynine Palms, California
4.78 mi
/ 1230 ft gain
Mount Bob Loop from Indian Cove Campground is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Twentynine Palms, California.
Morbid Mound Trail
Twentynine Palms, California
0.79 mi
/ 112 ft gain
Morbid Mound Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Twentynine Palms, California.
Canyoneer Joshua Tree's Rattlesnake Slot Canyon
Twentynine Palms, California
The trailhead is located at the end of Indian Cove road. From Indian Cove Campground, take the road to the east about a mile to a picnic area where there is parking at the mouth of the canyon.From the picnic area hike up the Canyon in a south to south-east direction. After a few hundred yards a deceiving canyon heads almost due west, stay to the south east or the left and continue up the canyon...
Indian Cove Campground Trail
Twentynine Palms, California
0.65 mi
/ 56 ft gain
Indian Cove Campground Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Twentynine Palms, California.
Desert Queen Mine and Eagle Cliff Boulder House
Twentynine Palms, California
3.42 mi
/ 656 ft gain
Desert Queen Mine and Eagle Cliff Boulder House Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Twentynine Palms, California.
Places to stay
Twentynine Palms, California
Indian Cove Campground
Overview
Indian Cove Campground lies amid the huge, steep rock formations for which Joshua Tree National Park is known. Because of its pr...
From $20 / night
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Black Rock Equestrian Campground
Overview
Black Rock Horse Campground lies among one of the thickest Joshua tree forests in Joshua Tree National Park. Its location on the...
From $20 / night
Twentynine Palms, California
Cottonwood Campground (Ca)
Overview
Cottonwood Campground is one of the best places in Joshua Tree National Park for stargazing and wildflower viewing. Easy access ...
From $20 / night
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Jumbo Rocks Campground
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Jumbo Rocks Campground lies amid the huge, steep rock formations for which Joshua Tree National Park is known. Close proximity t...
From $15 / night
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Sheep Pass Group
Overview
Sheep Pass Group Campground is centrally located within Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California and is easily accessibl...
From $40 / night
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