Distance: 7.5 miles (12 km) return
Elevation gain: 500ft (152 m)
Duration: 6 hours
Start: Cottonwood Spring parking area
Difficulty: challenging
Season: don’t attempt in summer
Explore the desert and the fascinating atmosphere of Joshua Tree National Park. Look forward to sandy, rolling terrain and rocks. In spring, you will see stunning blooming wildflowers.
Later you hike down into a canyon and discover a beautiful fan palm oasis. Take a rest here, enjoy the unique ambience of the oasis and gather your strength for the way back, as climbing back out the canyon is strenuous. Bring plenty of water and food!
This hike is great for people from the Los Angeles and San Diego area.
For more information, please have a look at the Joshua Tree National Park website and other sites for hikers.