Joshua Tree Full Day Hiking Experience
4.9
16 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.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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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 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
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Park Fees
- Hiking Shoes
- Sun hat
- Sunblock
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Dinner
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 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.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(16 Ratings)
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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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Carries3
Mar 26, 2023
Fabulous Hike - My husband and I scheduled an all day trip in Joshua Tree National Park. Our guide, Travis, was full of information to share with us. He showed us blooming wildflowers, trees, cacti, petroglyphs, birds, insects, and more. We visited the Cottonwood, Porcupine Wash, Challa Garden, and Lost Horse areas. Each of these sites were special in their own way but Travis made sure to avoid crowds. Exploring these sites with him was wonderful and educational, and we learned a lot. The booking process was smooth (prior to our hike) and our questions were answered quickly via email. This company offers a unique, personal service and you will be happy if you chose it to book and plan your hike.
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717vivienner
Mar 3, 2023
Fabulous day! - I had an absolute fantastic day with Hollis! The weather was pretty changeable – blizzards, rain, wind and the odd sunny spell – so she tailored the day to ensure that I still had the best possible desert experience. We couldn’t hike as much so Hollis took me to a number of amazing spots that showed a wide range of terrain and plant life, also stopping whenever I wanted to take pictures. Later in the day, when the weather really turned against us, we visited the incredible Noah Purifoy Foundation of assemblage art, which provided a different, but equally enjoyable, taste of the desert.
Hollis is a friendly, fun guide with a wide knowledge of the flora, fauna and geology of the region. She’s a first-class communicator and terrific company! I highly recommend a Wandering Mojave hike.
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Xanr2018
Feb 23, 2023
No People-ing Day - just an amazing experience! - I'm still a novice hiker but have done many guided hikes around the world. But the hike that Travis from Wandering Mojave led me on in Joshua Tree left an imprint that is still with me. Truly the highlight of my stay in Palm Springs. The hike was a day of so many new experiences and discoveries; so rare to have these days as a slightly jaded 50 yr old New Yorker. His calm and focused passion for the desert as well as his sense of wonderment was infectious. He patiently and compassionately taught me some wonderful new skills about rock scrambling (which also apply to life). The day was meditative, mind clearing and energizing all at the same time. I'll definitely be back and you should most definitely just go.
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Mermaidgalit
Jan 20, 2023
Wonderful day of exploring in Joshua Tree! - Such a wonderful day of exploring in Joshua Tree NP. Beautiful scenery and hardly anyone in sight, the best. Travis is so knowledgeable about the area, not only with his way around but also pointed out many things along the way that I would have missed. I requested an intro to scrambling along with the day hike and it was perfect. Travis read my comfort level and provided opportunities that were spot on. He lent a hand, a shoulder and even a knee when I needed it and was such a pleasure to spend the day with. I can't say enough thanks and already look forward to coming back for more hikes. I would very highly recommend Wondering Mojave! I felt like the day was custom tailored to fit my request.
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Stephannietsocal
Jan 7, 2023
Awesome Hike to Willow Hole - We just did our second hike with Travis and it was as wonderful as the first!
Travis is extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the park, including geology, flora, fauna, and history. He's also great at gauging your skill level -- what you can do, and what's safe for him to encourage you to try.
He also has great recommendations for areas to explore on your own.
Highly recommended, and we're looking forward to booking future hikes.
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Becky
Jan 4, 2023
Well paced, full day away from the crowds - We had three days to explore JTNP and scheduled our full day hike for the first day. It was perfect because we learned so much about the area from Travis, then used his suggestions to visit other areas on day 2 and day 3. I would definitely consider scheduling an overnight so kids could learn backpacking.
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Petersz3614xh
Dec 4, 2022
Awesome day in Joshua Tree! - We spent an amazing day exploring Joshua Tree National Park with Travis and could not recommend him and Wandering Mojave more highly! We wanted to see Joshua Trees and after some initial discussion by phone Travis set up a day that took us from the Cholla Gardens in lower-elevation western end of the park, below their preferred altitude, all the way to Eureka Peak, with its stunning 360-degree views. With a stop for some awesome bouldering and discussion of the park’s remarkable rock formations in between! Travis is extremely knowledgeable about the plants, animals, geology, and ecology of the Mojave Desert. But even more valuable, he’s a tremendous person - engaging and unassuming - and was just a blast to spend a day with. If you have any interest at all in seeing one of the country’s most remarkable places, we strongly suggest you reach out to Travis.
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Karla_g
Dec 3, 2022
Delightful trip!! - Really enjoyed our hike with Hollis. Learned a lot about the area and Mojave Desert. Would recommend highly.
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Mousemom1033
Oct 18, 2022
Best Experience! - Our hiking experience with Travis was nothing short of spectacular! Travis was warm, knowledgeable, and most importantly, fun! As someone who has visited Joshua Tree frequently, this was my favorite experience to date! Travis educated us on all the various flora and fauna we saw and shared in a way that makes you feel you are hanging with your best friends! 10/10 would recommend :)
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