This trip takes half a day. Besides these two roads, a few unimproved dirt roads go further into the backcountry. Some lead to historic sites with windmills, ranch houses, abandoned gold and silver mines, and other remnants of the past. Sometimes these roads are passable only by 4-wheel drive vehicles. Check on road conditions at the visitor center.
Several trails offer close looks at the beauty of the desert.
The best hiking months are October through April. Guide pamphlets are available at the trailhead. Trailside signs describe features along the way. Ranger conducted activities are generally available every day from December through mid-April. These activities include evening programs in the amphitheater, ranger-led walks to various points of interest and informative patio talks at the visitor center.