1-1 Hours
Wander Through the Joshua Trees
Mojave National Preserve
The densest concentration of Joshua trees lies along Cima Road. Although about 1/3 of the Preserve's Joshua Trees were burned during the August 2020 Dome Fire, many healthy individuals remain on Cima Road. This makes it a a wonderful spot to observe Joshua trees, icons of the Mojave Desert! Explore by car or foot. We recommend walking the Teutonia Peak trail if you want to get close to Joshua trees impacted by that fire. This area is hot during the summer, so plan ahead.
Driving along Cima Road takes you through the heart of the Joshua tree forest. The dense concentration of plants in this area makes it a great place to check out these iconic members of the yucca family. Take a leisurely drive, or pull over and explore on foot. Although about 1/3 of the Preserve's Joshua Trees were burned during the August 2020 Dome Fire, many healthy individuals remain. We recommend walking the Teutonia Peak trail if you want to get close to Joshua trees impacted by that fire. This area is hot during the summer, so plan ahead.
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Scenic DrivingForests and WoodlandsScenic ViewsUnique Speciesjoshua treesdesertdesert plantshiking
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Duration
1-1 Hours
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility
Many Joshua trees can be seen from a vehicle while driving on the paved Cima Road. Visitors who wish to explore on foot may walk on the Teutonia Peak Trail (which is not accessible).
Pets
Yes — All pets must be kept on a six-foot leash.
Reservations
No
Location
Cima Road