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Inside Joshua Tree National Park
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Indian Cove Wilderness Backpacking Board
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The Indian Cove Wilderness Backcountry Board is located at the beginning of the Lower Boy Scout Trail, aka the north end of the Boy Scout Trail in Indian Cove. This trailhead provides access to the Boy Scout Trail, which in turn connects to several other trails for longer hikes. The Boy Scout Trail runs eight miles, one way, between Indian Cove and Park Boulevard on dirt, rock, and sand surfaces. The backcountry board serves as a self registration point for backpacking along the Boy Scout Trail.
Indian Cove Trailhead
~3 min drive
<p>The Indian Cove Nature Trail Trailhead in located in Indian Cove in the northern section of the park. Beginning to the west of the Indian Cove Campground, this trailhead provides access to an easy .6 mile loop with minimal elevation gain and some steps along the way. Along…
Keys West Wilderness Backpacking Board
~9 min drive
The Keys West Backcountry Board is located at the Upper Boy Scout Trail, aka the south end of the Boy Scout Trail, along Park Boulevard. This trailhead provides access to the Boy Scout Trail and Willow Hole Trail. The backcountry board serves as a self registration point for b…
Boy Scout Trailhead
~9 min drive
Explore the Wonderland of Rocks on the Boy Scout Trail. The Boy Scout Trail runs for a total of 8 miles one way(16 miles round trip), but hikes of any length can be a great way to experience the Wonderland of Rocks. Start from the Keys West Wilderness Backpacking Board along P…
Maze Loop Trailhead
~9 min drive
<p paraeid="{eb025746-e7d3-4aa9-8e26-13e0428b5a98}{176}" paraid="1296056381">Hike this 5-mile loop trail with an elevation gain of 400 ft. and be led through a maze of Joshua Tree National Park’s famous granite rock formations. Start the hike in a sandy wash before meandering…
North View Trailhead
~9 min drive
<p paraeid="{eb025746-e7d3-4aa9-8e26-13e0428b5a98}{15}" paraid="1084927375">The North View Trail is a 5.6 mile (round trip) out-and-back hike with 836 ft. of elevation gain. It can be made into a loop hike by connecting with the Maze Loop Trail or Window Loop Trail. </p> <p p…
Echo T Trailhead
~11 min drive
Take the Echo T Trail to connect to the Barker Dam Trail from the Echo T parking lot. This trail follows a wash near unique rock formations. Meander among Joshua trees and other desert plants. Watch for climbers or try to spot desert bighorn sheep. Get ready for a minor rock s…
Oasis of Mara Trailhead
~12 min drive
<p paraeid="{0f90b7a3-7310-4098-aeb5-a3e564b9b7cc}{52}" paraid="2146096911">The Oasis of Mara Trail is a peaceful, 0.5-mile paved trail that winds around a fan palm oasis. The trail is great for visitors looking for an easy stroll and offers a fantastic opportunity for birdwat…
Cow Rock
~12 min drive
A rock formation that is shaped like a cow overlooking the Hidden Valley Trail. To find this rock formation while hiking the Hidden Valley Trail, stop at the Mountain Quail Interpretive Sign and look to the west. At the top of the tall wall of rocks is Cow Rock.
Hidden Valley Trailhead
~12 min drive
<p paraeid="{9296a7fe-185c-4ce3-b578-0e633a2bc16b}{152}" paraid="1177623846">The Hidden Valley Trail is a one-mile loop hike through a scenic valley surrounded by large rock formations. The trail is excellent for families and offers exciting opportunities for rock scrambling.…
Desert Tortoise (Contact Mine)
~13 min drive
The Contact Mine Trail is an out-and-back hike to a historic mining site. It is 4-miles round trip with 700 feet of elevation gain. The trail begins in a sandy wash then ascends a rocky mountainside to the mine. The hike features expansive views of the surrounding mountains an…