Joshua Tree National Park · CA

Lost Palms Oasis

Moderate · Day hike · Best in Fall, Winter, Spring

Length

7.5 mi

Gain

1,000 ft

Scenery

★★★★☆

About this trail

Out through Colorado-desert washes and rocky ridges to a hidden canyon where the largest grove of native California fan palms in the park clings to a seep.

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Highlights

Cottonwood Spring oasis
70+ native palms in canyon
Rare desert bighorn sightings

Get there

Start: Cottonwood Spring · 33.7332, -115.8049

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Parking: Cottonwood Spring day-use lot at the south entrance (off I-10). Park entrance fee $30/vehicle. Plenty of capacity year-round.

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