Joshua Tree National Park: Mastodon Peak
In 2.6 miles, you'll explore abandoned mine sites, learn about desert fauna, and scramble up Mastodon Peak for wide-open views of Joshua Tree National Park.
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Joshua Tree National Park: Fortynine Palms OasisHike past massive boulders, red barrel cacti, and restless tumbleweeds to a shady oasis on this 3-mile out-and-back in Joshua Tree National Park. Joshua Tree National Park: Coxcomb MountainsThis 12.4-mile dayhike or overnighter hits the park's lesser-traveled northeast tip, linking cactus lands to unnamed peaks. Good navigation skills required. Joshua Tree National Park: Warren Peak via Black RockEscape the hot-air desert floor by bagging two breezy peaks with outstanding views on this 5.8-mile out-and-back hike.
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May Close-to-Home HikesOur map team has been hard at work plotting the coolest hikes. Check out May's selections here. 
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