Hidden Valley Nature Trail & Day Use Area
The Hidden Valley area of Joshua is one of the most beautiful and easily accessible areas of the park. It's perfect if you are looking to do a short hike or simply wander among the trees and rock formations.
What should you not miss at Joshua Tree?
- Hidden Valley Nature Trail. One of the most popular and accessible trails in Joshua Tree National Park is the Hidden Valley Nature Trail. …
- Barker Dam. …
- Keys View. …
- Cholla Cactus Garden. …
- Cottonwood Spring Oasis. …
- Skull Rock.
Where can I spend a day in Joshua Tree?
- Sunrise in Cholla Cactus Garden.
- Sightseeing Joshua Tree's Rock Formations.
- Morning Hike.
- Lunch in Town.
- Afternoon Hike.
- Sunset at Keys View.
- Dinner in Town.
- Stargazing (Optional)
Can you just drive through Joshua Tree?
Driving Park Boulevard can be a great way to see a lot of Joshua Tree National Park in a couple of hours
. This drive can be combined with shorts side stops and hikes along the way for longer trips. Park Boulevard will take you by many highlights, rock formations, and Joshua tree groves.
Is Joshua Tree worth visiting?
Yes! Joshua Tree is definitely worth the trip
. From unique teddy bear cholla cactus to Joshua trees and boulders, Joshua Tree national park is incredibly diverse. This park has something that everyone will enjoy.
What is the best time of year to go to Joshua Tree?
The best time to visit Joshua Tree National Park is
March to May and October to November
. Though the park is open year-round, temperatures are most comfortable in the spring and fall, with an average high of about 85 degrees.
Are there hot springs near Joshua Tree?
Joshua Tree National Park is a destination for hiking, exploring, bouldering and rock climbing. All just 45 minutes from
Azure Palm Hot Springs
. Hike and explore during the day, soak in hot mineral springs in the evening, and relax in comfort at night at Azure Palm Hot Springs.
What is so special about Joshua Tree?
It is an important part of the Mojave Desert ecosystem, providing habitat for numerous birds, mammals, insects, and lizards. Joshua tree forests
tell a story of survival, resilience, and beauty borne through perseverance
. They are the silhouette that reminds those of us who live here that we are home.
Does it snow in Joshua Tree?
Snowfall is rare in Joshua Tree, but it does happen
. If you're lucky enough to visit during a snowstorm, enjoy the beautiful scenery!
Can you do a day trip to Joshua Tree from LA?
Located in Southern California, Joshua Tree is accessible for a day trip from several major cities.
From Los Angeles, it takes a little over 2 hours to drive the 150 miles
(depending on traffic of course). San Diego is only slightly further away, but it will take closer to 3 hours to get there.
Is Death Valley park worth visiting?
Is Death Valley worth visiting?
Death Valley is absolutely worth visiting
! The landscapes are so unique that you'll forget you're still in the US and you can see insane natural phenomenons in just 1 day here. We would absolutely recommend a visit!
Can I enter Joshua Tree at night?
Yes, you can enter Joshua Tree at night
. If you're visiting Joshua Tree National Park to feast on the stars, we have good news for you — the park gates are open 24/7, and anyone can drive in or out of the park regardless of where they're staying.
Is Joshua Tree still closed?
Joshua Tree National Park is
open 24 hours a day
and may be visited at any time of the year.
Do you need a reservation for Joshua Tree?
No advance reservations are needed to enter Joshua Tree National Park
. Reservations are required for ranger-led tours of Keys Ranch. Reservations can be made on recreation.gov. Some campgrounds are first come, first served, whereas others require reservations during the peak season.
How many days do you need in Joshua Tree park?
Two or Three Days
You can see all or most of the park's main roads, perhaps a few secondary roads, and take several short hikes. You can camp in the park and enjoy the sunset, star-filled sky, and the quiet of days. Click here for our advice about camping in Joshua Tree.
Is it safe to go to Joshua Tree?
Yes, Joshua Tree and Joshua Tree National Park are safe at night
. It's also perfectly OK to enter the park after dark. The roads are marked, and the park is patrolled.
What are the dangers in Joshua Tree?
A few venomous animals live in the park, including rattlesnakes, scorpions, and black widow spiders
. When hiking or climbing in the park, always look before you place your hands or feet. Avoid stepping or reaching into places you cannot see. Bees may attack when their hives are threatened.
Is Joshua Tree Popular?
In 2019, Joshua Tree National Park set a new attendance record, drawing nearly 3 million visitors
to its dark skies, world class rock climbing, and wide valleys punctuated with the whimsical yuccas.
Is Joshua Tree hotter than Palm Springs?
Joshua Tree's got about 90% the air pressure that Palm Springs does, therefore fewer air molecules per cubic meter, therefore
it's cooler
.
Is May too hot in Joshua?
The best and most popular months to visit Joshua Tree National Park are March-May and October/November. This is because
the park can get hot
(and I mean hot). In the summer months, temperatures can reach over 100° F with an extremely dry, desert heat and very little shade to escape to.
Is Joshua Tree a dark sky park?
Boasting some of the darkest nights in Southern California, Joshua Tree National Park,
an International Dark Sky Park
by the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA), offers many visitors the chance to admire the Milky Way for the first time in their lives.
Is there water in Joshua Tree?
Water is available in surrounding towns, at the visitor center in Twentynine Palms, at Black Rock and Cottonwood campgrounds, at the entrance station south of Joshua Tree, and at the Indian Cove ranger station.
Are there Joshua trees in Palm Springs?
Joshua Tree is only about an hour outside of Palm Springs
, and is more than worth the trip. We recommend starting at the West entrance into the park, and continuing through the South entrance, before heading back to Palm Springs.
Where can I swim in Joshua Tree?
- Barker Dam Trail. 6.2 mi. Hiking, Parks. …
- Tahquitz Canyon. 26.1 mi. 197 reviews. …
- Peace On Deep Creek. 47.8 mi. Climbing, Fishing. …
- Indian Canyons. 27.9 mi. …
- Joshua Tree Lake Rv & Campground. 6.9 mi. …
- Joshua Tree National Park. 15.7 mi. …
- Deep Creek Hot Springs. 51.2 mi. …
- Jenks Lake. 33.0 mi.
Why should I visit Joshua tree?
Joshua Tree National Park has
some of the finest hiking in the California desert
. The Indian Canyons feature more than 100 miles of hiking and horse trails, ancient palm groves, panoramic vistas and a huge, 60-foot seasonal waterfall, making it a feast for the eyes at every turn.
Are Joshua trees rare?
They've been around since the Pleistocene era, which was about 2.5 million years ago! They're currently only found growing in the United States southwest (California, Nevada, Utah and Arizona) which makes them
incredibly rare
and special.
Is Joshua tree cool?
The reason behind this is because Joshua Tree is made up of the Mojave and Colorado Deserts meaning that
during the summer it gets extremely hot and temperatures at night (especially in the winter) can get quite cold
.
