At nearly 800,000 acres, Joshua Tree is nearly impossible to take in on foot, and the best views are far off the paved path. Touring the park via 4x4, you’ll get to ride deep into the rugged backcountry, nabbing enviable views of the Mojave Desert, the sacred Joshua trees, wild rock formations, and more, making the most of your precious time in this incredible national park.

Southern California’s Joshua Tree National Park can be a bit intimidating to take on all on your own; however, this Joshua Tree National Park Self-Driving Audio Tour lets you explore the park in your own vehicle while navigating the area with a tour that leads the way. Just download the app on your smartphone, launch the app when you get the park, and follow the recommended route and speed limit.

No day in Joshua Tree National Park is ever wasted, but it’s best experienced on foot, with a local to deepen the experience. On this full-day hike, you’ll follow a seasoned guide through the park—picking a trek suitable for your group—learning about the region’s flora and fauna, human history, and feeling the desert’s energy and artistic vibes. You’ll leave having had a hiking adventure and a connection with Mother Nature.

To truly see Joshua Tree National Park and feel the Mojave Desert’s magic—artists and visionaries flock here, after all—travel in the footsteps of a local guide and naturalist. On this private tour, you’ll follow what feels like an expert friend, discussing flora, fauna, geology, history, and more of this vast, wondrous, storied park. Totally customizable to your group, you’ll go beyond the guidebooks, leaving the park with connection and appreciation.

Learn the rock-climbing basics against the one-of-a-kind backdrop of Joshua Tree National Park's otherworldly scenery: this small-group, beginner-friendly tour makes climbing accessible. In the morning, make your own way to the Joshua Tree Visitor Center, meet your guide, and get ready to explore. You'll get acquainted with the park's famed climbing options when you attempt to scale a granite rock face. First-hand guidance, support, and equipment are all provided.

Explore the uncanny landscape of Joshua Tree National Park with a 4.5-hour van tour from Palm Desert, near Palm Springs. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned van or SUV as you navigate soaring granite formations and groves of the park’s famously spiky trees, and capture unforgettable images of terrain that spans the Colorado and Mojave deserts. Trace a gentle trail into the rocks at Hidden Valley and Keys View, watch for the park’s reclusive wildlife, and experience the unique beauty of one America’s most remarkable national parks.

See Joshua Tree National Park exactly how you want on this private, customizable tour. After pickup from your hotel and a chauffeured ride to the park, you’ll hit the desert’s sacred landscapes, wild rock formations, and contorted trees. Choose between hikes with your guide’s help, go bouldering, and enjoy a complimentary lunch at your chosen spot. What’s more, you can put down your phone—professional photography is provided, too.

Interested in rapping down through some of the most scenic areas of Joshua Tree National Park? Let our professionally certified rock climbing guides and Wilderness First Responders guide you through the rock terrain of Joshua Tree and set you up for a memorable, awesome experience. Regardless of your experience level, desires or goals there is a fantastic rappelling trip ready and waiting for you!

Connect with a local hand-picked professional photographer in Palm Springs and capture your most memorable moments during this private photo shoot. Get insider tips on the best things to do in Palm Springs including where to eat & what to see from your vacation photographer. Return from your trip with beautiful, high-quality vacation photos — the best souvenir ever.

Climb Joshua Tree’s huge quartz monzonite formations.

74485 National Park Drive, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277

Website | Hours: Open 24/7 | Entrance: $25 per vehicle

It is well worth the drive up to Keys View, a lookout point at an elevation of more than 5,000 feet, with sweeping views extending out over the Coachella Valley. In the distance, you can see the San Andreas fault line, Palm Springs, the Salton Sea, and on a clear day, beyond to Mexico. If the air is clear, the view is spectacular and this is a great way to get oriented with the surrounding geography.

The Hidden Valley area of Joshua is one of the most beautiful and easily accessible areas of the park. It's perfect if you are looking to do a short hike or simply wander among the trees and rock formations.

Perhaps nowhere else in the park is the almost comic book landscape more finely illustrated than at Skull Rock. You may see faces and images in the rock formations that dominate the park, but at Skull Rock it takes very little imagination to see the skull shape peering out of the boulder-strewn rubble. This huge, naturally sculpted rock is located right beside the road, and it always draws a crowd.

Hike to a desert oasis surrounded by palm trees.

Fortynine Palms Canyon Rd, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277

Hours: Open 24/7

Entrance: Free

Travel back in time to the Old West.

53626 Mane St, Pioneertown, CA 92268

Website | Hours: Open Daily

Entrance: Free