DREAM IT Step into a landscape unlike anywhere else on earth. Hiking Joshua Tree National Park brings you into a world of sculpted granite formations, wide-open desert skies, and the iconic Joshua trees that define this captivating region. Whether youre seeking quiet desert solitude, dramatic vistas, or a deeper connection to Californias high desert, this guide helps you discover the magic of Joshua Tree.PLAN IT Everything you need to explore Los Angeles closest national park:38 of the best day hikes and backpacking tripsGPS-compatible maps and mile-by-mile directional cuesDetailed route descriptions and trail narrativesDO IT Get out on the trail and experience Joshua Trees signature wonders:Wander through forests of Joshua treesExplore canyons, domes, and sculpted rock formationsDiscover sweeping desert views and quiet backcountry routes