Joshua Tree National Park Self-Driving Audio Tour
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Explore the rugged, mystical beauty of Joshua Tree National Park with this narrated driving tour. Discover a desert full of amazing hikes and cartoonishly strange trees, and hear all about the area’s fascinating history, from the greed of the gold rush to the McHaney Gang’s reign of terror. Enjoy all this in any season from the comfort of your own car! As a bonus, this package also includes a tour through Palm Springs!
• Tour Joshua Tree National Park from the comfort of your own car
• No time limit to use this tour within—it’s available until you’re ready to go
• This tour helps you navigate the national park to see its highlights
• Independently tour Palm Springs, too, with an added bonus tour
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Joshua Tree Visitor Center, Joshua Tree, CA 92252, USA
Your tour of Joshua Tree begins at the Joshua Tree Visitor Center. From here, you'll drive through this weird, one-of-a-kind park where two deserts meet. Along the way, get ready to marvel at the bizarre Joshua trees for which the park is named, embark on awe-inspiring hikes, and catch a sunset you'll never forget.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Joshua Tree, Joshua Tree, California
Before you enter the park, you'll pass through the town of Joshua Tree. It's full of quaint little shops and restaurants and is the perfect place to pick up a snack or a souvenir before or after your trip through the park.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Samuelsons Rock, California 92252, USA
This peculiar landmark can be accessed via a moderate, 3.3-mile trail. Almost 100 years ago, an enigmatic man named John Samuelson etched various musings and declarations onto these rocks. They remain to this day as a strange, almost mystical sight.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Willow Hole, California 92277, USA
A 7-mile trail leads straight to Willow Hole, a seemingly miraculous oasis in the middle of the desert. The oasis is surrounded by willow trees and just has to be seen to be believed. Many visitors at first think it's a mirage!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hemingway Buttress, California 92277, USA
The Hemingway Buttress is one of the most popular climbing spots in the park. It juts up dramatically from the earth, seeming to dare visitors to scale it. The buttress features a huge pile of boulders which are lots of fun to scramble up, and climbers of all skill levels can find something to enjoy here.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hidden Valley Nature Trail, 74485 National Park Dr, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277, USA
Ever wanted to see the hideout of a Wild West gang- You'll find it on this trail, as well as some seriously stunning desert scenery to boot. The Hidden Valley Nature Trail is an easy trek and only goes for about a mile, making it one of Joshua Tree's must-see hikes.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Intersection Rock, Directly Across The Street From Hidden Valley, Joshua Tree, CA 92277
Intersection Rock is considered to be a sort of hub within Joshua Tree. Thanks to its towering size, it can be seen from a great distance and casts a striking silhouette against the blazing desert sky. It's also a hugely popular climbing spot, featuring numerous different climbing routes with names like Knuckle Cracker, Ignorant Photons from Pluto, and Sympathy to the Devil.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cap Rock Trail, Joshua Tree National Park, CA 92277
Cap Rock is a strange sight, featuring a small boulder almost impossibly perched atop a larger rock formation. Here, you'll find a quick quarter-mile trail chock full of information about the local flora.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lost Horse Valley, Joshua Tree National Park, CA
Lost Horse Valley is a sweeping desert valley that gets its name from some of the McHaney Gang's misdeeds back in the days of the Wild West. You'll hear all about that as you drive through this valley, including what one overconfident miner did to try to get his stolen horses back!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Lost Horse Mine Road, Joshua Tree National Park, CA
The Lost Horse Mine Loop Trail leads to a truly unique spot: the remains of one of the most successful gold mines in the region. In addition to these ruins, this four-mile trail also features some magnificent desert flora and more than a few excellent vistas. If you're visiting in the summer, be prepared for a lack of shade on this trail.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Queen Valley Road, Joshua Tree National Park, CA
Another abandoned mine waits in Queen Valley. The gold found in this mine was the motive behind at least one murder and a whole lot else.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Skull Rock, Joshua Tree National Park, CA
This iconic desert granite formation looks uncannily like a human skull. It's easily accessible from the roadside, and is also the trailhead for an easy 2-mile trail that's among the most popular hiking trails in the whole park.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Sky's The Limit Observatory and Nature Center, 9697 Utah Trail Near the North Entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
Sky's The Limit Observatory and Nature Center is a phenomenal spot to learn not just about the flora and fauna of Joshua Tree, but also about the stars above. As a dark sky area, Joshua Tree makes for some seriously impressive stargazing, so try to stick around after dark if you can!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Oasis Visitor Center, 74485 National Park Dr, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277-3533
The Oasis Visitor Center is the last stop along the main tour route. It sits in the town of Twenty-Nine Palms, not far from where you began your tour. If you'd prefer to continue journeying through Joshua Tree, you can also follow the detour route, which proceeds south through the rest of the park and exits out the southern gate.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Palm Springs Visitor Center, 2901 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, CA 92262-1864
Your bonus tour of Palm Springs begins at the Palm Springs Visitor Center. From here, you'll cruise through this picturesque resort town and learn about all the hottest spots to visit.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, 1 Tramway Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262, USA
This tramway, which travels up to the Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area, is an incredible way to see Palm Springs from above. It was also featured in one of the Mission: Impossible movies!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 N Museum Dr, Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, CA 92262-5659
The Palm Springs Art Museum is a must-visit spot for lovers of any kind of art. This museum boasts a collection of over 10,000 pieces of modern and contemporary art, photography, glass art, architecture, and design.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Palm Springs Walk of Stars, 10 N. Palm Cayon Drive, Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, CA 92262
Move aside, Hollywood! The Palm Springs Walk of the Stars honors all the big names who have lived in Palm Springs over the years. It has names you might not expect, like former presidents Dwight Eisenhower and Gerald Ford!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 N Gene Autry Trl, Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, CA 92262-5464
Home to one of the largest collections of flyable World War II planes, the Palm Springs Air Museum is an essential stop for any history or aviation buffs. In addition to plenty of World War II exhibits, the museum also features aircraft from the Korean and Vietnam wars.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Coachella Valley, Coachella Valley, Greater Palm Springs, California
The Coachella Valley Preserve might be only 16 miles from the famous music festival destination, but it offers something completely different. Here, visitors will find the beautiful Thousand Palms Oasis, a lush slice of nature with plenty of stunning hiking trails and picnic areas.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: General Patton Memorial Museum, 62510 Chiriaco Rd, Chiriaco Summit, CA 92201, USA
The location of the General George S. Patton Memorial Museum is no accident. It sits on what was once the site of Camp Young, part of the World War II Desert Training Center. The museum houses all manner of historic artifacts, including actual tanks!
Duration: 5 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"How it works: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions. Download the app (while in good wifi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. To begin touring, go to the Starting Point and launch the app. The audio starts automatically. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience. Please note that no one will meet you at the starting point."
"Good value: Purchase only one tour for the entire vehicle instead of taking the bus and paying for each person. You will see a significant saving. Connect your phone to car speakers by a wire or bluetooth. Enjoy the tour by listening together as you drive."
"Flexible Schedule: Once the app/tour is on your phone, you can use it any day and at any time. You can use it over multiple days. And, also use it on your next trip here. This tour never expires."
"Preview the tour: You can use it before the trip at home (highly recommended), use it during the trip, and use it after you come back."
"Don't miss a thing: You will get everything with the app - a complete itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated audio stories, story script, images, videos, deep dives, hidden gems, exciting locations, recommendations for hikes, adventure, activities, treks, and stop-by-stop direction."
"Private tour: You can use it in your car or rental car. No worries about groups or crowds. Start the tour app on your phone. And it will direct you step by step. You can stop for as many breaks as you like. Take a break for Instagram photos, and take a break for lunch/snacks. Go on a hike. The tour will wait for you and start when you start again. You can even do the tour over multiple days. Go at your own pace."
"Easy to use: The stories play themselves as soon as the GPS is activated. It requires no use of your hands at all. You can get HELP by calling, chatting, or emailing any time of the day."
"Offline: There is no need for a cell signal or Wi-Fi while touring. App’s GPS map works offline."
"Expiration/go again: The tour will last for the rest of your life on your phone. It is available for use on any day of your next trip."
"Use pictures for a photo book: Create a photo book using clean (no crowd) app images of each spot to make a memorable trip. All the photos and the correct sequence is ready in the app for you to use."
"Social media: Share clean (no crowd) images with friends/family."
"Devices supported include iPhones with iOS 13 & above, Android phones with version 9 & above and all cellular-enabled tablets & iPads."
"Most travelers can participate"
"Face masks required for travelers in public areas"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Joshua Tree National Park Self-Driving Audio Tour
7/27/2020 - 4/16/2024| Monday - Sunday : | 06:00 AM - 11:30 PM |
Duration: 3 To 4 Hours
Start location: 1: Joshua Tree Visitor Center, 6554 Park Blvd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252, USA
2: Cottonwood Visitor Center, Pinto Basin Rd, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277, USA
3: Joshua Tree East Visitor Center, 6533 Freedom Wy, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277, USA
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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