Last updated May 19, 2021 | Published on Apr 26, 2021 | Hiking in Joshua Tree
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 Trail and I hadn’t even made it a mile yet. I had hoped to camp somewhere near Upper Covington Flats this...
Last updated Apr 23, 2022 | Published on Feb 24, 2021 | Hiking in Joshua Tree
West Side Loop Trail Joshua Tree is a delightful moderate-length hike through dense groves of Joshua trees and pinyon pines in Joshua Tree National Park. Tucked away in the park’s remote northwest corner, this 4.9-mile trail is often overlooked – yet it...
Last updated Apr 23, 2022 | Published on Feb 22, 2021 | Hiking in Joshua Tree
Breathtaking views, unique geological formations and a picturesque desert landscape – all these and more await the adventurer who hikes the Black Rock Canyon to Panorama Loop Trail in Joshua Tree National Park. Tucked away in the park’s remote northwest...
Last updated Jan 1, 2022 | Published on Feb 20, 2021 | Hiking in Joshua Tree, Travel California
Escape the crowds in busy Joshua Tree National Park with these two easy yet rewarding trails. Tucked away in the park’s remote northwest corner, the South Park Peak and High View Nature Trails are great family-friendly hikes offering inspiring views. During my...