Joshua Tree Hiking Tour
Discover the desert by hiking through Joshua Tree National Park
Guided
Joshua Tree Hiking Tour Overview
This guided tour of Joshua Tree National Park spends six amazing days hiking some of the best trails in this fascinating desert park. Each day you’ll visit a different area, so you’ll see all the variety of landscapes and vegetation that the park has to offer.
During this hiking tour, you’ll visit the Wonderland and Cottonwood Spring Region and explore the unique features along the trail. Watch for towering yucca trees, teddy bear cholla (don’t touch!), and maybe even wild burro (donkey)! You’ll also be hiking up some mountains for some excellent panoramic views including Mastodon, Warren, and Ryan Peak.
Wherever you go on the Joshua Tree Hiking Tour, you’ll be accompanied by stunning desert landscape, bright blue skies, and flora and fauna straight out of a Dr. Seuss book. Enjoy!
Trip highlights
Explore the rock formations, canyons, mountains, and of course the unique Joshua Trees of this desert park.
Enjoy some of the best hikes in the national park, including the walk to Lost Palms Oasis and Mastodon Peak.
Hike to incredible viewpoints, including the ones from the summit of Warren Peak.
You’ll visit a natural oasis during your hike, and then stay at your own oasis each night at a historic adobe hotel.
Day By Day Itinerary
You’ll meet in Palm Springs and then be shuttled to Joshua Tree National Park. You’ll begin your first hike to Fortynine Palms Oasis. You’ll have an easy climb to a lookout that will give you a great view of Twentynine Palms, which is where you’ll be staying throughout the tour.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Twentynine Palms
- Distance:
- 3 miles
- Meals:
- Lunch, dinner
Begin your hike on the Boy Scout Trail as it winds through a Joshua Tree forest and offers amazing views of the San Bernardino Mountains. You’re hiking towards the Wonderland area, which is littered with enormous boulders and stone pillars. It might just feel a bit like Mars!
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Twentynine Palms
- Distance:
- 8 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Today begins at the Visitors Center where you’ll start hiking towards Cottonwood Springs. You’ll really give your legs a workout as you hike up to the top of Mastodon Peak, which is considered to be one of the best hikes in the park!
From there you’ll be heading to the Lost Palms Oasis to explore its pools and fan palms. It’s an oasis in every sense!
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Twentynine Palms
- Distance:
- 9 miles, 1,300ft of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
The Panorama Loop is located in the Canyon area and offers completely different landscape and vegetation for you to explore. During your hike, you’ll have the option to make the scramble to the very top of Warren Peak. It will be worth the extra effort as you’ll have panoramic views of the Little San Bernardino Mountains and Coachella Valley from the summit.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Twentynine Palms
- Distance:
- 8 miles, 1600ft of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
You’ll explore the Mojave area of the park today as you climb Ryan Peak. You won’t have to walk the entire way, as you’ll be dropped off at 4,480 feet, and will only be climbing the final 1000 feet of ascent.
In the afternoon you’ll take an easier trail to the Barker Dam which will still reward you with some dramatic scenery.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Twentynine Palms
- Distance:
- 10 miles, 1900ft of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
This morning the shuttle will drive your group back to Palm Springs and drop you off in the foothills for a final hike. You’ll explore the gorges of Indian Canyons until the afternoon and then return to Palm Springs after lunch.
So long!
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- 4 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners and are included in this tour.
- Accommodations for 5 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Palm Springs are not included. Please note that this tour departs early on the first day, so you may want to consider arriving in Palm Springs the night prior to your tour. Contact us if you would like this night or any additional nights after the tour booked as a supplement.
- Transport for you and your luggage is included as outlined in the itinerary. Round trip transport between Palm Springs and Joshua Tree National Park is included at the beginning and end of the tour.
- English-speaking guide
- Van shuttle
- Park entrance fees
- Trail maps and narratives
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Flights to and from Palm Springs
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Visas if required
- Personal equipment
- Melas, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Fees not mentioned as included
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, servers, or hotel staff if desired
Optional Extras
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 3/5. This tour includes daily hikes up to 16.1 km per day. The terrain can be rocky and includes some steep mountain climbs. Depending on the time of year, the weather could be quite hot while you hike. Fit hikers will be able to get the most out of this tour.
Tipping in the United States of America is customary, but much appreciated. It is recommended to tip 10-20% for exceptional service.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners and are included in this tour. Please note that your non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are not included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into the Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), where you will be picked up to begin the tour.
Yes, you will have an English-speaking guide for the duration of the tour.
This tour ends with a drop-off at the Palm Springs International Airport (PSP).
Yes, this tour welcomes families with children that are 14 years and older. Children should be capable of completing all included hikes.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Joshua Tree for this tour is the spring (March-May) and late fall (October-November), as summer temperatures can get very hot.
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