Joshua Tree National Park · CA
Ryan Mountain (Joshua Tree)
Moderate · Day hike · Best in Fall, Winter, Spring
Length
3 mi
Gain
1,000 ft
Scenery
★★★★☆
About this trail
A short, steep ascent to the centerpiece summit of Joshua Tree NP. The 360° view spans the Wonderland of Rocks, the Salton Sea, and (on clear days) the snowcapped San Gorgonio range.
Highlights
- Wonderland of Rocks view
- Sunrise/sunset hike
- San Gorgonio in winter
Get there
Start: Trailhead · 33.9852, -116.1330
Open driving directions in Google Maps →Along the way
- Ryan Mountain TH@ mile 0· 4,400 ft
- Ryan Mountain summit@ mile 1.5· 5,457 ft
- Wonderland of Rocks view@ mile 1.5
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