Visiting Joshua Tree National Park: Helpful Tips + Campground Info

Joshua Tree National Park, located in southeastern California, is a mesmerizing desert landscape characterized by its striking rock formations, ancient Joshua trees, and vibrant flora and fauna. Spanning over 790,000 acres, the park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a plethora of activities such as hiking, rock climbing, stargazing, and photography. Visitors are greeted by the iconic Joshua trees, which dot the landscape with their whimsical and otherworldly appearance, while the park's rugged terrain is adorned with massive granite boulders, hidden oases, and expansive vistas that inspire awe and wonder.

As noted in the video this park has no amenities and limited cell phone service, so bring plenty of food and water- and your maps ahead of time.

We cover all the campgrounds, summarize the hiking trails, and cover the most popular spots at the park

Here are some of the coolest rock features in the park

Arch Rock: Located near the White Tank Campground, it's easily accessible via a short hike and is especially beautiful during sunrise and sunset.

Skull Rock: Named for its resemblance to a human skull, this rock formation is a favorite among visitors. You can find it along the main road through the park with Discovery Trail at the same spot

Hidden Valley: While not a single rock formation, Hidden Valley is a picturesque area surrounded by towering rock walls. It's a popular spot for rock climbing and hiking, and it offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Split Rock: Split Rock is a large boulder that has split in half, creating a narrow passage between the two halves. It's located in the northern part of the park and is easily accessible from the main road.

Hall of Horrors: This area is known for its dramatic rock formations and challenging rock climbing routes. It's a favorite spot among experienced climbers, but even non-climbers can appreciate the beauty of the towering rocks.

Cap Rock: This massive rock formation is located near the west entrance of the park and is easily accessible from the parking area. It's a popular spot for hiking and rock scrambling, and it offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Jumbo Rocks: This area of the park is known for its massive granite boulders, which are popular among rock climbers and hikers.

Camping should be reserved in advance. There are over 500 campgrounds at the national park and 80% of them are reservation only. There are three first come first serve campground two out of the three are closed during the summer. Indian Cove, Black Rock, and Cottonwood are the most developed campsites: Jumbo Rocks and Ryan Campgrounds are moderately developed and Hidden Valley, White Tank, and Belle Campgrounds are first come first serve.

Special thanks to the Joshua Tree team with the National Park Service for the wonderful photos used in this video available for use in the public domain. 😀

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Chapters:
00:00 Intro to Joshua Tree National Park
00:52 Basic Information
01:27 Joshua Tree National Park Visitors Center
01:46 Camping Information
02:30 Our First Stop Joshua Tree National Park
03:07 Plan Ahead
03:19 Hiking Trails
03:27 Skull Rock
04:31 Unique Rock Formations
04:40 Cholla Cactus Garden
06:03 Keys View, Keys Ranch, Hidden Valley, Barker Dam

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