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Joshua Tree Full Day Hiking Experience
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25 Ratings
Joshua Tree National Park
Embark on a full day hiking adventure in Joshua Tree National Park with a knowledgeable guide. Discover the stunning landscapes, ecological systems, and local culture of the Mojave Desert.
Embark on a full day hiking adventure in Joshua Tree National Park with a knowledgeable guide. Discover the stunning landscapes, ecological systems, and local culture of the Mojave Desert.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Joshua Tree National Park - Once we’ve coordinated our meeting time and place, we’ll embark on a Full-Day Hike lasting anywhere from 6 to 9 hours. The trail we take will be tailored to suit your preferences, skill level, the time of year, and the day’s weather conditions. Prior to your arrival, we’ll concentrate on what’s significant to you or…
- Joshua Tree National Park - Once we’ve coordinated our meeting time and place, we’ll embark on a Full-Day Hike lasting anywhere from 6 to 9 hours. The trail we take will be tailored to suit your preferences, skill level, the time of year, and the day’s weather conditions. Prior to your arrival, we’ll concentrate on what’s significant to you or your group so that I can craft an outing that surpasses your expectations. Full-Day Hikes can range from easy-going to challenging, based on the group’s wishes, and can be modified on the fly. Participants will encounter the variety of the High Desert’s plant life, wildlife, geological features, and historical background. We’ll incorporate regular intervals for enjoying the scenery, snacking, and engaging in conversations about the distinct aspects of the region.
What's Included
- Complimentary bottled water provided
- Daypacks available for convenience
- Complimentary bottled water provided
- Daypacks available for convenience
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Entrance fees
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Entrance fees
- Snacks
- Lunch
Additional Information
Having spent 20 years living in the Mojave Desert and walking 200 miles each year in Joshua Tree National Park, I’ve gained a deep understanding of the geography, ecology, and the local culture. This knowledge, coupled with the narratives I’ve woven around the trails, makes for an enriching experience that I’m keen to impart.
In 2001, I dropped out of…
Having spent 20 years living in the Mojave Desert and walking 200 miles each year in Joshua Tree National Park, I’ve gained a deep understanding of the geography, ecology, and the local culture. This knowledge, coupled with the narratives I’ve woven around the trails, makes for an enriching experience that I’m keen to impart.
In 2001, I dropped out of college and found myself in Joshua Tree, a location often discovered by serendipity or recommended by acquaintances who urged others to explore its rock formations, feel the palpable energy, and camp under the starry night sky.
Soon, I blended into the diverse mix of individuals who frequented the place, consisting of grubby climbers, modern artists, pragmatic spiritual visionaries, and entrepreneurs. This melting pot of characters played a significant role in shaping the renowned image of the High Desert today.
As a legally licensed guide in Joshua Tree National Park, I would be delighted to accommodate you. I am well-versed with the area and eager to share my knowledge with you.
Location
Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree National Park is about 800,000 acres which is almost as large as the state of Delaware. This means there are many possible meeting locations. Once your reservation is secured we'll work together to choose the best meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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771melissae
Nov 16, 2025
Special and Unique Experience in Joshua Tree - I had such a great day in Joshua Tree with Travis! I decided to book a full-day hike through Wandering Mojave since I was traveling alone, and I am so glad I did. We spent the day exploring the backcountry, completely away from all other visitors. Travis is a wealth of knowledge about the local geological area, flora, and fauna. It was such a great way to learn about the surroundings. A truly unique and personal experience. Even better that you don't have to worry about doing much research beforehand or getting lost. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a special experience in this incredible desert, whether traveling solo or with a group.
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Melissa_e
Nov 16, 2025
Special and Unique Experience in Joshua Tree - I had such a great day in Joshua Tree with Travis! I decided to book a full-day hike through Wandering Mojave since I was traveling alone, and I am so glad I did. We spent the day exploring the backcountry, completely away from all other visitors. Travis is a wealth of knowledge about the local geological area, flora, and fauna. It was such a great way to learn about the surroundings. A truly unique and personal experience. Even better that you don't have to worry about doing much research beforehand or getting lost. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a special experience in this incredible desert, whether traveling solo or with a group.
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Voyage31232526655
Nov 11, 2025
A next-level hiking & educational experience - Prior to my experience hiking with Wandering Mojave, I had never been a fan of desert landscapes. However, I was at a conference in LA and knew I wanted to visit as many national parks as I can, so I chose to schedule a trip to Joshua Tree. Since I only had one day in Joshua Tree and wanted to make the most of it, I decided to hire Wandering Mojave, which ended up being the best decision and so worth my money. I told Travis I wanted to go on a long hike deep into the park where tourists don’t usually go and that I love climbing mountains. I trusted him to plan our full day hike, and he did not disappoint! He made me appreciate and respect the high desert way more than I thought I could. Travis’ passion for desert ecosystems was so evident and contagious. I learned so much about the flora, fauna, rocks, and history of the park. I highly recommend him to anyone venturing to this park who really wants to immerse themselves in the high desert and experience more than just those standard pull-off stops along the side of the road in a national park.
My first hiking guide experience will certainly not be my last, thanks to my amazing experience with Travis!
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Maureen_b
Sep 17, 2025
It was a long but very... - It was a long but very easy hike! Hot day bring lots of water. The guide was very informative with the wildlife and plants.
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Bailey_j
Apr 30, 2025
This hike was very... - This hike was very personalized, informative, and allowed us to learn more about the wonders, and hazards, that Joshua Tree National Park has to offer. Our guide, Sarah, was very attentive to our needs and expectations of this guided hike and provided us with an exceptional tour of an area of the park we would not have experienced without her expertise.
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Josh_m
Mar 14, 2025
Best Experience Ever! - I traveled solo to Joshua Tree and had one of the most memorable experiences of my life getting to explore the park with my guide, Sarah. She was so incredibly knowledgeable about the park, its geology, the plants and animals we saw, and the area in general. She is a local and it’s very evident that she knows her stuff. We had a wonderful day exploring the rock formations in the Wonderland, and Sarah was always so supportive in making sure I felt safe and comfortable with anything we did. She lent me a raincoat when we experienced some unexpected snow on the peaks, and she even drove me around in her car to explore some of the more distant parts of the park. I learned so much about the park and the area after our full-day hike, and this experience has inspired me to continue traveling and visiting more amazing places. Just wish I could take Sarah with me to show me around all these parks! She was truly the best guide I could have had for the trip, and this experience was one of the highlights of my solo trip to So Cal. Highly recommend or for sure!
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Jmccahill
Mar 6, 2025
Amazing naturalist guide - Thank you Travis for the outstanding naturalist hiking experience. My husband, 19 y/o son and I loved every minute of your knowledge on desert botany, geology, entomology, Native American history and overall love of beautiful Joshua Tree NP. Highlight of our trip
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James
Jan 29, 2025
I can’t imagine a better guide to spend time with Joshua Tree National Park - I can’t think of a better guide than Travis . We spent 2.5 days exploring three parts of Joshua Tree National Park with him and were astounded by his enthusiasm, knowledge, curiosity, and kindness. He offered the perfect blend of education and silence so we could appreciate the incredible natural beauty of JT. Especially appreciated how he was so many aspects of geography, plants, anthropology, climate and much more into an educational lesson which helped cement everything that we learned and
Our time exploring with Travis also taught us a lesson that we knew, but weren’t mindful of: that every step we take is important and that we need to be mindful of how we affect the world around us and how seemingly small differences in where we step and what we do can affect worlds. It's incredibly empowering and a great responsibility that we appreciated. Thank you again for a special time.
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Roger_w
Nov 24, 2024
Great day, great guide! - What a day. Fantastic tour with Travis at Wandering Mojave! Saw the woodlands and did some great rock climbing to access spectacular views. Learned a lot about local ecology, plant life and animals. Would highly recommend. Thanks Travis!!!
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G8200qsmaryl
Mar 4, 2024
Travis, the amazing wandering hike maker - Three of us hired Travis for 3 full day hikes in Joshua Tree Nat Park, and I also hired him for a full day hike in Joshua Tree. Each day, Travis guided us through totally different sections of the park. As Travis told us, Joshua Tree is his hobby, and he obviously delights in “all things in the park” (flowers, trees, shrubs, grasses, insects, rocks, the park’s history and some of the characters who passed through the park...). We enjoyed his relaxed, friendly way of leading us, helping us learn about the wonders of Joshua tree, and always felt safe with him.
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