15 Places to Explore in Joshua Tree National Park
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 มิ.ย. 2024
- 15 Things to do in Joshua Tree National Park
In this weeks list, we head to Joshua Tree National Park, where I share some of my favorite places to explore in the park. Located only 2 and a half hours from Los Angeles, Joshua Tree is an amazing park with so many adventures to be had and this video is just scratching the surface.
Here are the spots visited:
1. Arch Rock
2. Cholla Cactus Garden
3. Ryan Mountain
4. Barker Dam
5. Wall Street Mill
6. Keys Desert Queen Ranch
7. Rocks - Skull Rock, Heart Rock, Split Rock, Cap Rock, Penguin Rock
8. Hidden Valley
9. Lost Horse Mine
10. Keys View
11. Geology Tour Road
12. Mastodon Peak
13. Desert Queen Mine
14. Samuelson Rocks
15. Eagle Cliff Mine
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Yoo wassup man. I’m here with my girlfriend and her dog and we are using your video to guide our day. Thank you for the insight.
Just visited Joshua Tree for the first time a couple weeks back, absolutely fell in love with it. The towering rock stacks are unreal. Great video!
ive been going to JT for YEARS now, and this helped me find new places to explore. Thanks!
I hung out there before it became a National Park. An old timer once told me that the entrance to the inner earth was not far from Barker Dam. I also remember a huge rock perfectly shaped like a Dice standing on it’s corner that looked man made.
A truly magical place… thanks!!
Thank you for creating this informational video.
Here are is my feedback/ tips/updates:
1) Desert Queen Ranch requires an online reservation.
2) Wall Street Mill was the highlight of my hiking. Finding the old cars & mill were great.
3) Keys View was breathtaking. (This is not a hike. It is vista with a paved parking lot)
4) Cap rock is a level loop trail with lots of shade and a 1/3 of mile long. Great "hike" if you have elderly guests or children with you.
6) Make sure you download a hiking map before you hike Samuelson Rocks. If I wouldn't have done that, I would have gotten lost coming back.
7) Flashlights were lifesavers coming back from Ryan Mountain.
There is a hike to Key's view. You can also drive it.
I used to live near Joshua tree and loved hiking in the rocks with my dog. When I was a girl my bus driver was Johnny Keys and he invited use to his ranch. Loved it! He had special breed of goats and a horse that did tricks. I think his name was Red or Bouger Red. Johnny was a wonderful man! What a great place to grow up!!!!! I miss the desert and your pictures brought back so many good memories. Beautiful sunsets and snow in winter was a fairyland! I hope people will treat it with care. ❤️
I'm gonna say this for anyone who is new to joshuatree national park. Do not go by yourself, make sure you bring more water than you think you'll need, and never leave the trails. There are so many times where the local search and rescue will have to go out and look for someone who went "exploring" and got lost. Most of the time they don't get found.
@@SinMore I'm just a local trying to make sure people are safe when they visit. Just last weekend they had to medevac a group of people for heat exhaustion. This is a real concern.
..they're still looking for a 51 year old guy that got lost recently..
Sin D what Ryan said is 1000% necessary if you want to make sure you're going home safe. This desert is a very unforgiving place & most people think that because they've done it somewhere else that they can handle it here. Things get different when there's NO CELL SERVICE & NOBODY KNOWS WHERE YOU COULD BE.
@@rachelsinclair9374 It really depends on your experience. And common sense. The people that get in trouble are usually not experienced hikers. I love wandering around off trail in the desert! But I also don't do it in July :)
@@SinMore how about this for a being a going out labeler like yourself it is said fools like yourself rush in where Angels fear to tread .....it is that attitude that is replicated by so many people not fearing danger that gets him doing stupid things that we even sees it to this day on the news so I guess you didn't see this coming after a yearof making a dumb comment ....but it shows you stupidity can stay on the internet for a long time. Oh you fearer of fear
This is so beautiful. This makes me so excited to visit Joshua Tree.
There is a hippo shaped rock close to jumbo rocks. I love waking up early in the morning to see the skyline patterns....so beautiful
Fun, I will have to check that out!
I have to apologize to you and your wonderful video. My wife and I have been to Joshua Tree National Park many times. We never once stopped to look up places to see there, we just enjoyed driving through. So when I encountered your video, I scoffed, and literally said to her, "let's watch this, I bet we know all but one of the fifteen places!" Then we watched it, and my jaw dropped. I had ZERO CLUE there were so many wonderful things in Joshua Tree. You have blown my mind. We now plan to go many many many more times and check out all the awesome stuff you packed into this really great video. You're the best!
This place was amazing! Had to believe it’s only 2hrs away from LA. We loved our time there. Fantastic place for peace and tranquilly. These spots were awesome.
I don’t know how you could get there in 2 hours from LA. I live like 50 miles inland of LA along the 60 freeway and it’s an hour and a half to Joshua Tree from here.
I've been watching a lot of JT videos in preparation for our trip. This was the best one!
I'm planning a trip to California in a few months and I've been going through all your national park videos. Lots of great ideas!
I live in Joshua Tree, I say very well done and thank you.
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Doc Holiday is it true the park is closed some places because of the snowbirds overflowing the tolites??
@@jonmacdonald5345 yes pee in the back ...have fun anyway ...trump will pick it up and nancy
yeahI live in Joshua Tree Too at "THE ART QUEEN'
@@jonmacdonald5345 the tourists TRASH the toilets...not going back anymore.... too crowded.
So many great tips! Really want to go here next year!
Wow, I have been out to Joshua Tree 3 times and I never knew about half of these cool spots. I have to go back and check more of it out. Thanks for the guide.
Sitting in a far corner of my country, India, your video took me on a free ride to those stunning wilderness of Joshua tree national park. It is amazing....and I like your methodical way of explaining...love you and your video.....
Great video! No fluff, just straightforward recommendations.
My favorite place in CA! It’s a rock wonderland! 😍
This is an excellent over view for pre planning, thank you for sharing !
Agree. THat's what I am using it for.
Absolute beautiful scenery! This opened my eyes to the wonders of the world and further inspired me on my dreams of adventure all over the world! Thank you so much for sharing! =D
Josh bro I love you. You’re THE BEST resource for California travel
Outstanding video! Loads of information, helpful narration, and you have a lovely sense of wonder and appreciation for the park that really shined through. Made me eager to return soon. Thank you!
Thank you!!!! I grew up in 29 Palms, this is very well done!
Awesome list! Thank you for sharing!
I was thinking about visiting Joshua Tree. Hmmmm so close too. Thanks Josh.
Thanks, Josh!
Another well done informative video!
Very good video! You're giving me some great photography ideas in areas of the park I haven't yet explored.
I would also recommend the 49 palms hike. It's about 4 miles round trip, and has some great views. If you're up for it, you could also go up the canyon which the trail ends and scramble through, but be warned. The scrambling involved is challenging and going back down the canyon necessitates planning ahead and climbing. There are some even more stunning views and some very nice spots to stop and have lunch at.
Thank you for this great video. Great job!
This was super helpful!! Thank you!
It’s beautiful and you’re explanatory is awesome. Thanks
This is a wonderful video - thank you so much!
Simple introduction video with tips on where to find more information. Subscribed!
Great video!! I love Joshua Tree
Wow!!! Antique cars. My father loves them!!
This is great and helped me decide which hikes to go on. Thank you!
Love your videos. So informative!!! Thank you!
Thank you, very useful as I booked yesterday to go in Feb.
Amazing video!!! Thank you so much for doing the research for us!
exactly what I was looking for... Thx for making this video
This is a great video! I've been there a bunch of times but you've given me some new things to check out. Thanks!
Another great video, thanks. I asked a JT NP ranger about the man who disappeared a few years ago in the park. Where abouts did he disappear? Northeast corner of the park, where major roads are less than 4 miles to the north and east. That's a 1-3 hour walk, unless you have heat stroke (but then you could do it at night) or you fell into some hole. He's never been found. Joshua Tree NP - great place, but be careful.
Also the boulders and bouldering. When I was younger and less intelligent, I climbed right up one of them. I then learned that the real challenge is getting safely down. So don't climb the boulders unless you know what you're doing. Or at least don't climb up higher than you're willing to jump down from. And jump down safely, the biggest risk is not the distance it's tumbling over when you land and hammering your head on rock. Great for stars. If you camp, camp out in the open.
I went for the first time presidents weekend,, wow what an awesome park ... thank for the very informative Vid Josh !
Awesome info, I have only hit Cholla but will definitely try these other ones. Thanks again
No problem!
Bro I love your channel always comes up. Great places informative. Really helps for a local to get some info in places. 👍 keep it up !!
Such a beautiful place...❤💯✔
Super informative! Heading out tomorrow! Thanks so much!
Glad I stumbled upon this video since I'll be camping in Cottonwood this coming October
Awesome, it's a beautiful park. Have fun!
Outstanding!!
Thankyou for your EXCELLENT video!!!!
Thanks, this video was helpful in planning our trip.
Thanks, Josh. I started watching your channel because of my fascination with old Route 66. I have been to the Coachella Valley twice now to attend the BNP Paribas tennis tournament. I have also enjoyed exploring Joshua Tree. Your piece on that as well as the climb of San Jacinto make me look forward to my next visit. Not sure when that will be...
Sweet video bro! Can’t wait to go!
Thank you for the recommendation. I am planning s trip to Joshua Tree this video helped a lot
Nice place to visit.Thank you
Thank you for sharing!!
Very informative. Joshua Tree NP is on my bucket list and this video helped out quite a bit. Thanks and well done.
Really good video. I love JT and have been there a lot and this video made me excited to return!
That is beautiful. I intend to visit this park.
Excellent presentation! Informative and succinct! I've been to half of these places but now I got the itch to see the others this winter! Thanks!
No problem!
Excellent job, this really helped!
I lived in JT back in the 70's when it was still fairly wild. Spent many days and nights exploring. Saw wild Ram's, Mountain lion, snakes, ghila monsters, coyotes and birds . Was not " touristy" back then,,, wild n wide open!! If anyone wants to go,,, prepare for the heat n arid conditions. Hot hot hot. In the spring all the cactus and flowers are in bloom. Absolutely captivating. Well worth a serious photo session.
Great video! We missed so much!
Excellent video I will be going real soon thank you❤️
This is an awesome video, thank you!
Very helpful video. My wife and I will be visiting Joshua Tree for the first time and this gives us a good idea of what to do and see.
This is super helpful!!! I did not know the Geology Tour Road, but thanks to you, I am planning to try it.
This was so helpful! Thank you so much!
Thank you very much. Great tips. 🧡
This helps me with my national project alot thx
No problem!
This is my favorite park and I did not even know about so much of these! Thank you!
No problem, glad you have more spots to explore now
Awesome video! This helps out with my next trip back to Joshua Tree 🌲
No problem, glad the video could be helpful!
Omg; I just realized why everyone was waking through my campsite last week!!! I had the spot that penguin rock is on. I took photos of it without even realizing it and multiple photo clubs came through my camp site all day. No wonder that spot was the only one not booked haha.
yeah, people are getting so rude about walking through campsites. Sucks. I've started undressing in my campsite when they come around. They leave...nothing like some skin to freak people out
My favorite has the be 49 palms. The parkling lot entrance is in 29 palms off the highway by the vet. There's palm trees, and water! Last time i was there, there was thousands of frogs and a bunch of harmless snakes as well!
Thank you for showing only the more common places and not hidden gems. JTNP is my “Big Backyard” (Home in 29 Palms). It’s now become too crowded to enjoy on weekends! It’s being over-loved.
Christopher Stevenson , You voiced my thoughts exactly. The best part about the desert is the solitude and peace.
yeah, everyone is making up new rock formations to take stupid instagram photos. I talking about you "Heart Rock" at White Tank!! You're not a thing!!! ugh... not going back anymore. just go to Bama Hills.
Awesome vid! We visited and had a great time!
outstanding video many thanx as for photography i could spend a week here easily
Very well done !!!
Well presented and informative. Thanks a bunch.
Thanks for the video! It's awesome!
No problem, thanks for the comment!
Great hidden spots! I've only been to 3 out of the ones mentioned. Thanks for sharing!
Nice, glad you found some new ones!
Great information and great job on the presentation!
Great video! I went in March and had no idea all of this was even there! Thank you! Next time I got I will go to a lot of these
I am going with my daughter and her bf and only plan to do Joshua Tree Park, Cholla Cactus and maybe visit Skull/Arch Rock. Would you say this is a pretty easy hike from the starting point? We don’t really want to do anything long and crazy. TIA!
My friends and I saw all this and much much more from the seats of our dirt bikes in the mid-1960s. It can be beautiful at times but I'm glad I don't live in the desert anymore.
awesome planning on going there next week. great video subbed
Dude sick video thanks for making this man
Mines.... Wow. I love mines!!
thanks for the video I plan to go soon
Informative, succinct and well presented. Well Done and Thank You!
No problem, thanks for the comment.
Nice. Somewhere I really have to revisit. I say I've been to Joshua Tree NP, but really I just drove through one night at sunset. It was so beautiful!
Sunsets in Joshua Tree are pretty perfect!
Nice break down. Thank you!
Awesome video, my man. I love your style. Great videos
Nostalgic for me becos I visited Joshua tree in Dec 2018 n loved it.
great tips man thanks!
Yooo cool video thanks mane
Dude, this video is so good. it's well-edited, well-shot, and very informative. Well done!!
Thank you, I appreciate it!
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Wow i like it! keep safe. God bless
Thank you, I really enjoyed that 😊 x
Great vlog.