Looking for informaation on Joshua Tree
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Looking for informaation on Joshua Tree
We are visiting Palm Springs and plan to spend a day at Joshua Tree National Park. We are in our 50's, like to hike and generally just explore. Are there some "don't miss" sites to see? Any great hikes? I don't know much about the area, but I've heard it's a great place to see. Thanks for any tips!
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Visited Joshua Tree NP on a day trip from Palm Springs this past Jan. There are two entrances to the park. The manager of our motel was able to give us detailed info regarding routing. I suggest that you check in PS regarding driving options.
My best advice is to allow time at the visitor center to check with the park rangers - there you can get all the maps and suggestions for hikes/sightseeing that you will need. They will also have current weather conditions. We had to change some hiking plans due to high winds. Not a problem as there is much to see and do there. It's fascinating and gorgeous!
My best advice is to allow time at the visitor center to check with the park rangers - there you can get all the maps and suggestions for hikes/sightseeing that you will need. They will also have current weather conditions. We had to change some hiking plans due to high winds. Not a problem as there is much to see and do there. It's fascinating and gorgeous!
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Hidden Valley is a nice walk. The lookout Keys View is pretty. If you've seen chollas before you can skip the cactus garden. I missed the palm oases at the east end of the park. It's a long way out the east entrance, maybe doing a loop between the upper two entrances makes the most sense for a day trip.
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