Half-Day Guided Hike in Joshua Tree National Park

Overview

I am a 22 year resident of the Mojave Desert and log over 500 miles annually on foot within Joshua Tree National Park. Over the years and miles I've cultivated an awareness of landscape, ecological systems, and local culture that when contextualized by the trail becomes a narrative experience I'm eager to share.
I landed in Joshua Tree after dropping out of college in 2001. Back then you arrived by chance or a friend of a friend said you had to check out the rocks, feel the energy, and camp under the stars.
I fell in with the gathering characters, an assortment of dirtbag climbers, avant artists, practical new age visionaries, and entrepreneurs...an amalgam of identities that would go on to create the image of the High Desert that is so coveted today.
I am legally permitted to guide within Joshua Tree National Park and happy to host you. I know my stuff and I want you to know it too.

City: Palm Springs

Sun 08 Jun

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What's Included

Water is provided in either re-usable 1.5 liter bottles or 2-3 liter hydration bladders.

Daypack

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Can your experience be easily modified to cater to different fitness levels? Yes

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (113)

Julie_B

Mar 2025

We had a great time with Hollis as our guide. She shared a wealth of information about the plants, animals and terrain of Joshua Tree National Park. She took us off the beaten path to see some amazing sites. We even got to experience snow in the Park. The guided hike was everything we hoped for and a very special way to celebrate a daughter's 30th birthday,

664trinak

Mar 2025

Hollis was an amazing guide. The whole experience from beginning to end was fantastic. She was able to gauge our ability and challenge us perfectly where we were able to thoroughly enjoy the hike and feel like we accomplished something special. Her knowledge of the area, geology and Botany was detailed and interesting. Loved her enthusiasm and passion it was infectious.Was an amazing day and a highlight of our trip.

Jane_T

Mar 2025

We met our guide early to arrive at the trailhead before sunrise. That was our preference. We hiked for several hours, stopping often to look at plants and discuss geology. Our guide, Hollis, was very knowledgeable and knew how to explain complex topics clearly. It was good to take the tour early in our stay at Joshua Tree because we recognized various plants and rock formations when we later hiked on our own. Hollis gave us very useful information about trails we might like.