I glanced over my shoulder to find angry clouds gathering on the horizon behind me. It was my third day on the California Riding and Hiking Trail...

Joshua Tree National Park boasts miles of trails and is an excellent place to go hiking or backpacking. Get inspired to go hiking in Joshua Tree with this collection of hiking guides and articles.
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I glanced over my shoulder to find angry clouds gathering on the horizon behind me. It was my third day on the California Riding and Hiking Trail...
My breath formed into puffy clouds as I groggily unzipped the door to my tent. It was too cold to even think about getting out of my sleeping quilt,...
I stopped with my foot midway to the ground and froze. It was the first day of my multi-day day backpacking trip on the California Riding and Hiking...
There is no shortage of amazing hiking opportunities in Joshua Tree National Park. Visitors can climb mountains with panoramic views, wander through...
If you're looking for a great place to explore the high desert, it's hard to beat Joshua Tree National Park. Joshua Tree is a magical wonderland...
Boy Scout Trail is one of the most popular hikes in Joshua Tree National Park that travels deep into the park’s Wonderland of Rocks area. The hike...
One of my favorite things about Joshua Tree is the fact that rocks are everywhere. Not just any old rocks - mounds of smooth boulders that are...
The western United States is home to many abandoned gold mines. Relics from a bygone era, these defunct mines tend to be located in remote areas...
Barker Dam Nature Trail is an easy interpretive loop that leads to a lovely hidden pool in Joshua Tree National Park. This small lake attracts an...
Campgrounds full at Joshua Tree National Park? No problem! It's still possible to sleep under the stars at one of America's most iconic National...
I am an avid hiker, traveler, and adventurer who is on the mission to explore hiking trails around the world.  I’m also obsessed with National Parks, long-distance trails and other outdoorsy things.
I hope to share this knowledge with you and inspire you to explore new hiking trails too!