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Top Hiking Spots in Joshua Tree National Park: Ryan Mountain

Ryan mountain

Ryan Mountain will give you arguably the best single-spot view of Joshua Tree National Park. On a clear day, you can enjoy views of Mounts San Gorgonio and San Jacinto, as well as of the Salton Sea. A huge favorite among hikers. Photo by american_rugbier

Top Hiking Spots in Joshua Tree National Park: Pine City Trail

Pine city trail

This hike in our series meanders around one of the park’s few verdant areas (its name means “the place of springs and grass”). Pine City trail is often overshadowed by the more prominent Ryan Mountain Trail or the more accessible Barker Dam Trail. But, in fact, this is one of Joshua […]

Top Hiking Spots in Joshua Tree National Park: The Barker Dam

The barker Dam

Continuing our mini-series on top hiking trails in Joshua Tree National Park, today we’ll be visiting the Barker Dam, adjacent to the Wall Street Mill we wrote about last time. This easy and short trail is also suitable for beginners or as a last-minute stroll before the sun goes down. […]

Joshua Tree National Park Hike: Hidden Valley

Hidden valley

As you leave the Salton Sea behind, you’ll see the park’s 794,000 acres ahead beckon you on with the breathtaking scenery of the Mojave and Colorado deserts. An adventure-seekers paradise full of winding trails, peaks and dramatic views, it begs to be explored; we have picked our top hike of […]