Can you just drive around Joshua Tree?

Joshua Tree actually has two main roads: Park Boulevard and Pinto Basin Road. Many tours, like the one Action Tour Guide offers, will bring you to both roads to make sure you see the diverse desert landscapes that the park offers. Driving these two roads without stopping will take you about 2 hours.



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Yes! Joshua Tree is one of the best national parks to see in only a day. In one day, you can see the highlights of Joshua Tree, including Cholla Cactus Garden, Ryan Mountain, and sunset at Keys View.

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There are three park entrance stations: The West Entrance is located five miles south of the junction of Highway 62 and Park Boulevard at Joshua Tree Village. The North Entrance is in Twentynine Palms, three miles south of the junction of Highway 62 and Utah Trail.

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Hypothermia can be a hazard even at temperatures above freezing. Always carry extra layers of clothing during the cooler months. The short days of winter lead some hikers to miscalculate how much time they need to complete a hike. Around the winter solstice, plan to be back at the trailhead by 4 pm.

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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.

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Explore Hidden Valley Hidden Valley is one of the most picturesque areas of Joshua Tree National Park.

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Weekdays experience far fewer visitors in the park but more town stores may be closed. If viewing desert wildflowers and hiking in solitude are high on your list, then visiting Joshua Tree during the middle of the week is your best bet.

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18 Awesome Things to Do in Joshua Tree National Park
  • Check out the Joshua Trees.
  • Visit the Unique Rock Formations.
  • Go For a Hike.
  • Try to Spot Some Wildlife.
  • Camp in the Desert.
  • Watch the Rock Climbers.
  • Visit the Cactus Garden.
  • amp;amp;lt;Check out the Panorama at Keys View.


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Avoid arriving at the park between 10 am and 2 pm and leave well before or after sunset to avoid crowds. Holidays and weekends are the busiest times to visit so consider adjusting your schedule for a more relaxed visit. Be mindful of where you stay and enter the park.

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Joshua Tree Packing Checklist
  • Water—at least one gallon per person per day.
  • Food—more than you think you'll need.
  • Ice and ice chest.
  • Sun hat and sunscreen.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Sturdy footwear.
  • Daypack.
  • First aid kit.


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