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  • Опубліковано 30 тра 2024
  • Joshua Tree has been one of my all-time favorite SoCal playgrounds for over a decade. Join me on a trip exploring this Dr. Seuss type land.
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    Rock formations, desert mounts, abanded gold mines, world-class rock climbing, cactus, desert Bighorn Sheep and trees that come right out of a Dr. Seuss book, Joshua Tree may be the most unique of all the National Parks. Located just east of Los Angeles (2hrs) and within eyeshot of Palms Springs and the Coachella Valley, it's no wonder that these boulders are a playground for some 3 million active people a year.
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    1. Arch Rock
    Arch Rock Joshua Tree desert loop trail is a short .3.7 mile loop takes you to one of the most famous rock formations in Joshua Tree National Park. The fun and easy hike and scrambling can be done by your whole family and can easily be done in 20mins or much longer depending on how long you're exploring the boulders.
    2. Barker Dam Trail - activetours.com/north-america/...
    Hikers of all abilities will love this 1.1-mile loop Barker Dam Hike through the Wonderland of Rocks in Joshua Tree National Park. If you’re lucky enough to be traveling in the winter or spring you’ll be treated to a rare sight in the desert, water. This Barker Dam was constructed in the 1900s and provides the only opportunity to photograph reflecting rock formations in its still waters.
    3. Ryan Mt Trail
    If you're up for a little more of a challenge this 3 mile out and back hike gains over 1,000ft of elevation and gives you a birds-eye view of most of Joshua Tree National Park.
    4. Keys View
    Keys View is a fantastic vista that rests on the top of the Little San Bernardino Mountains and provides panoramic views of Palms Springs and the Coachella Valley. Its easy access by car makes puts this high on the list of things to do in Joshua Tree National Park. From Keys View, you’ll be able to see the San Andreas Fault. You can also catch a view of Southern California’s two highest mountains, Mount San Jacinto and Mount Gorgonio. On a clear day, you can see California’s largest lake, the Salton Sea.
    5. Rock Climbing - activetours.com/north-america/...
    Rock climbing in Joshua Tree National Park is world-class and offers traditional crack climbing and bouldering. This high desert monzogranite climbing mecca is famous for its traditional-style crack, slab, and steep face climbing.
    6. Cholla Cactus Garden - Joshua Tree National Park
    7. Wall Street Mill Trail
    This easy 3-mile out-and-back to the Wall Street Mill
    8. Hidden Valley
    Hidden Valley is one of my favorite parts of Joshua Tree NP. The 1-mile stroll amongst the boulders and Joshua Trees is fun for the whole family. If you're up for a little more adventure I suggest going climbing.
    9. The Chasm Of Doom - activetours.com/north-america/...
    The Chasm Of Doom a scramble, squeeze, craw, and climb inside a granite maze amongst giant boulders. This secret set of tunnels and passageways is not for the faint of heart or the claustrophobic and It requires you to be comfortable climbing, scrambling and bouldering in the dark please exercise extreme caution.
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    10. Stargazing
    My favorite places to see stars are Ryan Mt, Arch Rock, and Keys View
    11. Keys Desert Queen Ranch
    You need to book a tour to see this ranch. Be sure to book in advance at the Visitor Center.
    12. Lost Horse Mine
    13. Geology Road
    14. Skull Rock and Jumbo Rocks
    If you're short on time Skull Rock can be seen from the road but that doesn't really do it justice. This 1.7-mile stroll in the park is part of Jumbo Rocks and the highlight of the rock formations is Skull Rock. Sure it's just rock formation that looks like a Skull...
    15. 49 Palms Oasis Trail
    16. Hall Of Horrors
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    17. Split Rock

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  • @aatt3209
    @aatt3209 3 роки тому +9

    Spending holloween one year at JTNP was one of the best memory I had while rock-climbing in this wonderful place. This is almost 20 years ago. I'm so glad to see younger generations enjoying this NP as much as I have. Please PROTECT our national parks for future generations.

  • @trumpsAnti-ChristsREvil
    @trumpsAnti-ChristsREvil 2 роки тому +1

    16 oz of silver, mostly gathered from teeth that were falling out due to another discovery - peanut brittle. Great video, Thanks!

  • @psyche027
    @psyche027 3 роки тому +1

    I can do that drive in my Prius?? Fabulous!

  • @jonmacdonald5345
    @jonmacdonald5345 3 роки тому +1

    Josh in Joshua tree how fitting!!!

  • @tatemacqueen1715
    @tatemacqueen1715 Рік тому +1

    This is an amazing service! Really grateful you made it. I am heading there in 3 months and this is massively helpful!!

  • @dronesinconstruction
    @dronesinconstruction Рік тому

    Thank you sir

  • @silekiernanphotography
    @silekiernanphotography 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you! Nicely done.

  • @TheChuyDewy
    @TheChuyDewy 3 роки тому +2

    cottonwood campground is the only campground in the park with a water dispenser and restrooms that work

  • @cactusMoonlight
    @cactusMoonlight Рік тому

    Awesome ! :)

  • @johntuttle4486
    @johntuttle4486 2 роки тому +1

    Most of these split rocks happen slowing over many, many years, not all at once. The freezing action of water is what does it.

  • @user-xg2dj5eg4r
    @user-xg2dj5eg4r 2 роки тому +2

    Definitely listen to the Joshua tree by U2!!!

  • @killerraisin11
    @killerraisin11 2 місяці тому

    Thanks

  • @nadhasthirundhitan
    @nadhasthirundhitan Рік тому

    Thank you we are planning to visit this winter.

  • @joannthomases9304
    @joannthomases9304 2 роки тому

    That's crazy, to be that brave. Wooow on that tunnel !

  • @user-ym3vg5me9z
    @user-ym3vg5me9z Рік тому

    Fantastic informative video, very well done. Can't wait to go to Joshua tomorrow.
    Thank you kindly

  • @Celeste_G513
    @Celeste_G513 Рік тому

    Good video I have lived across the street from 49 Palms entrance to the park for 20 +and have never been to a lot of these spots. Thank you great information from a lazy local.....

  • @LegalShield3000
    @LegalShield3000 2 роки тому

    Last trip was January 2020 right before the world 🌎 went crazy. When I was hiking this hippie with long dred locks stops me and tells me I'm the chosen one. Said something about emitting a special energy.

  • @marbyhambright3414
    @marbyhambright3414 Рік тому

    This was a wonderful synopsis of all things Joshua Tree - I come through here often and appreciated being able to see some of the vistas and exhibits I have not yet explored - great video 👍 😊 🌻

  • @ticketfortwo92
    @ticketfortwo92 3 роки тому

    Such a great place to explore. Thanks for the video!

  • @msvaj
    @msvaj 3 роки тому

    great video. very informative

  • @skywaystohighways
    @skywaystohighways 2 роки тому +2

    Stellar video! We’re planning our trip and you made it so easy! Great content. Thank you.

  • @zanetahardy315
    @zanetahardy315 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video!! Going in a few weeks and cant wait to visit some of these spots!

  • @debrapope8929
    @debrapope8929 3 роки тому

    AMAZING !!! TY

  • @RadarRoadWarriors
    @RadarRoadWarriors 3 роки тому

    Awesome video! Thanks for all the great info. We are going there in 2 weeks.

  • @randyclark1221
    @randyclark1221 2 роки тому

    Good video. I'm glad I found your channel.

  • @TaintedMango
    @TaintedMango 5 років тому +4

    Awesome video, my friend - Didn't realized that Joshua Tree was so beautiful - now I have yet another item on my bucket list

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  5 років тому +1

      I highly recommend going in the spring. On top of everything else the wild flowers are amazing and the Joshua Trees are in bloom.

    • @TaintedMango
      @TaintedMango 5 років тому

      @@Active_Tours Wow! Thanks for the insight. Spring as in late spring (end of May)?

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  5 років тому

      Because of the varied elevations in Joshua Tree you'll see wildflower blooms from Feb to April. I think March is a good time most years. I normally use this site for up to date info. Enjoy! www.desertusa.com/wildflo/ca_jtnp.html

    • @donmckinney928
      @donmckinney928 3 роки тому

      see this local info . prior to going there. ua-cam.com/video/7XGkol0lR0o/v-deo.html

  • @angelodenova8489
    @angelodenova8489 2 роки тому

    Beautiful

  • @TeresaEscobarG
    @TeresaEscobarG 4 роки тому +2

    Sooooo helpful, thank you! :D

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  4 роки тому

      No prob! Hope you got to enjoy Joshua Tree!

  • @chickchackchitter
    @chickchackchitter 3 роки тому +1

    I love your video it’s so cool🤭💗

  • @electricreverie157
    @electricreverie157 3 роки тому

    Super helpful video. Exploring this week.

  • @lindaloop642
    @lindaloop642 3 роки тому

    This was a great video. Thank you.

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  3 роки тому

      @Linda Loop thx for watching and supporting!!! New video dropping tomorrow on Santa Barbara

  • @richardmassey1555
    @richardmassey1555 3 роки тому

    Outside of the park, there's the old schoolhouse museum, giblets orchids (closed to doing tours at the moment), a nature museum, etc to do things.

  • @ELJAGUAR1971
    @ELJAGUAR1971 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks for all your time and effort brother.
    Your videos are great

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  3 роки тому

      My pleasure. Glad you like them! Thanks for your support!

  • @bradepstein4333
    @bradepstein4333 2 роки тому +2

    I'm headed out to Palm Springs for the first time and planned a trip to Joshua Tree, thanks to you, I know which trails will be great for me and my wife! Thanks for a crisp, informative and scenic video!

  • @WorldofTech
    @WorldofTech 4 роки тому

    Great vid... going to Joshua tree this weekend. 👍

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  4 роки тому

      How was your trip? What was your fav?

  • @narahariakula9832
    @narahariakula9832 3 роки тому

    Great info .. Thank you

  • @usaroundtheworld4184
    @usaroundtheworld4184 4 роки тому +3

    Hello
    There ! I mention you in our channel about pioneer town ! Have a good one !

  • @thatyurtcouple
    @thatyurtcouple 3 роки тому +1

    Eagle Cliff mine was by far the coolest for me!

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  3 роки тому

      Thanks for sharing! I’ll check it out next time I go

  • @lisaguemiksizian5117
    @lisaguemiksizian5117 3 роки тому

    I have been at Joshua tree park 3 times I love it but I see that there is a lot I missed we will go back for sure. Thank you this is very helpful I emailed it to myself to make sure I have it in case I can’t find this same utube for info.
    Thank you.🥰

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  3 роки тому

      Hey Lisa, glad you liked the video. I’ve been visiting Joshua Tree for a decade and I’m always finding new things in the park. Hope you get to visit Jtree again soon!

  • @fudgedogbannana
    @fudgedogbannana 3 роки тому

    Well done.

  • @ehoops31
    @ehoops31 Рік тому

    Black rock campground has some nice hikes around it. The foliage is different from some of the other portions, so I would do both. There's also not a line or entrance fee to hike from there.

  • @gabrielaeperez6873
    @gabrielaeperez6873 4 роки тому

    Awesome place to visit. We went last night for the Milky Way. Didn't get back till 6 in the morning but well worth it. My second trip there from Oregon, ,but a true Cali girl.

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  4 роки тому

      Cool! Do you have a specific spot in the park for star watching?

    • @donmckinney928
      @donmckinney928 3 роки тому

      See this for related , nearby info on night sky ua-cam.com/video/7XGkol0lR0o/v-deo.html

  • @leohernandez8889
    @leohernandez8889 3 роки тому

    Just came from there . It wasn’t what I expected

  • @pablol5472
    @pablol5472 3 роки тому +1

    Great info and footage! How much time did it take you to walk the Chasm of Doom
    caves out and back?

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  3 роки тому +1

      Doesn’t take long maybe 20 mins if you font stop

  • @Active_Tours
    @Active_Tours  5 років тому +1

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  • @George-nx8zu
    @George-nx8zu 3 роки тому

    Is Split Rock a bouldering problem as well?

  • @Yusuf_Murad
    @Yusuf_Murad 3 роки тому

    Incredible. Around what time is the Milky Way visible in Joshua Tree? I’ve never seen it and I’d like to see it.

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  3 роки тому

      Hey Joseph, you’ll want to visit during a New Moon (when there is no moon). You can check this site to see when the next new moon is. www.timeanddate.com/moon/phases/

  • @timdolan6456
    @timdolan6456 3 роки тому

    Just curious why Indian Cove didn’t make your list? Loved your tour.

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  3 роки тому

      I’ll check that one out next time I go

  • @bird9539
    @bird9539 3 роки тому +1

    No love for Mammoth Mine!? 🐘

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  3 роки тому

      Thanks for the tip. I’ll look for it next year!

  • @inproper3952
    @inproper3952 3 роки тому

    Stock up on food and water as you come up into YUCCA VALLEY at BIG LOTS, 99 CENT STORE, and the WALMART they have a water refill station from 1 gal. To 5 gal. Inside the store in the water isle. 😊.29 per gal bring your own jugs.

    • @brittjohansson3572
      @brittjohansson3572 6 місяців тому

      And bring a compass , and a hiker Knife . Also forget mobil phone reception.. there is non..

  • @mytubeeeee
    @mytubeeeee 4 роки тому

    What would you say are the easier hikes or sites to see? We only want to go for a few hours for we are pressed for time.

    • @davids1413
      @davids1413 4 роки тому +1

      mytubeeeee Hidden Valley is at the top of the list for that. Enter the park from the entrance that’s closest to the town of Joshua Tree. Enjoy!

    • @mytubeeeee
      @mytubeeeee 4 роки тому +1

      David Sperling thanks!

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  4 роки тому

      Hidden Valley and Barker dam trail. Hope you had or have fun!

  • @letsgopapa2782
    @letsgopapa2782 3 роки тому

    We’re you using gopro on these trails? Or any camera stabilizer? Thank you

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  3 роки тому

      Yeah I was using a GoPro for the POV shots

  • @igluver15
    @igluver15 2 роки тому

    If you had one stop at JTNP and ONE stop only with a teenage girl as a father, what would you suggest as the best thing to do on a 1st time visit?

  • @julialourens6699
    @julialourens6699 3 роки тому

    👌👌👌👌🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

  • @MagneticMessengerofOrion
    @MagneticMessengerofOrion 2 роки тому

    Here’s a Joshua Tree clip from our camping trip there this spring 🤙 Absolutely loved it!
    ua-cam.com/video/CTITTDFwZk0/v-deo.html

  • @JayLosaMagic
    @JayLosaMagic 3 роки тому +3

    my skin crawled when you went through the birth canal 😖

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  3 роки тому

      @Jay Losa 😆 🙏 for your support

  • @worldcitizeng6507
    @worldcitizeng6507 4 роки тому

    Why do people go hiking in the 🏜 without a hat ? I watched a few for research, only 1 lady wore a hat + sunglasses 🕶 😎
    BTW, the mining areas reminds me of the Death valley a lot. We were visiting Death valley for a day from Vegas

    • @Active_Tours
      @Active_Tours  4 роки тому

      Haha good point. It was 30 degrees at night and 60s during the day. Loads of sunscreen helps too. What was your fav part of Death Valley?

    • @worldcitizeng6507
      @worldcitizeng6507 4 роки тому

      @@Active_Tours we didn't have a lot of time spend in death valley because it was a day trip from Vegas. Due to the visit on December 11, we saw less than 14 tourists, so that's the part we enjoy the most in 60F day. It's very peaceful 🙂 hopefully I get to visit Jashua tree soon

  • @AnthonyTurtlesDude
    @AnthonyTurtlesDude 3 роки тому

    Went about a week ago and someone threw an egg at my car. Despite it being a desert, was not a warm welcome.

  • @josephl897
    @josephl897 Рік тому

    This place used to be good but it sucks now

  • @marcosmota1094
    @marcosmota1094 3 роки тому +1

    Mind the cops...the SBC sheriff deputies tried to entrap me for drugs and followed me around. Went as far as driving slowly past me as I rode my bike out of town. Racist as fück...

  • @mariavillegas3143
    @mariavillegas3143 2 роки тому

    Beautiful