California · National Park

Joshua Tree

Where the Mojave and Colorado deserts meet — iconic twisted Joshua Trees amid boulder piles and starlit skies.

🥾 190+ trails 🎟️ $30 / vehicle ⛺ 500 campsites ☀️ October – May 📅 Open year-round

Popular trails

Curated routes with approximate round-trip distance. In the app, tap one to log it.

  • Hidden Valley Loop Trail1.0 mi
  • Ryan Mountain Trail3.0 mi
  • Boy Scout Trail16.4 mi
  • Barker Dam Loop Trail1.4 mi
  • Skull Rock Nature Trail1.8 mi
  • Cholla Cactus Garden Trail0.3 mi
  • Lost Horse Mine Loop4.2 mi

Camping

Approximately 500 campsites across the park's campgrounds. Reservations are strongly recommended in peak season (October – May).

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Best time to visit

Peak season: October – May. The park is open year-round, though some roads and facilities close or run reduced hours in winter.

Getting there

Nearest city: Palm Springs, CA. Park center: 33.880°, -115.900°.

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