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Fortynine Palms Oasis in Joshua Tree National Park

The Fortynine Palms Trail offers a scenic and somewhat strenuous journey into the heart of Joshua Tree National Park. As hikers ascend the ridge, they are treated to panoramic desert views, featuring stark rocky landscapes and vibrant desert flora like barrel cacti, creosote bushes, and the occasional spiny lizard. The oasis itself, a surprising pocket of greenery with tall California fan palms, provides a tranquil escape with its cool shade and refreshing pools, despite the surrounding barren, sun-scorched desert. #Hiking #Desert #Nature

  • Distance: 5.1 Km
  • Elevation gain: 211 m
  • Maximum elevation: 939 m
  • Elevation loss: 211 m
  • Minimum elevation: 830 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 36 m
  • Moving speed: 3.1 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 5.8 Km/h
  • Total time: 1 h 47 m
  • Global speed: 2.8 Km/h

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  • Distance: 5.1 Km
  • Elevation gain: 211 m
  • Maximum elevation: 939 m
  • Elevation loss: 211 m
  • Minimum elevation: 830 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 36 m
  • Moving speed: 3.1 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 5.8 Km/h
  • Total time: 1 h 47 m
  • Global speed: 2.8 Km/h

About this trail

Name: Fortynine Palms Oasis in Joshua Tree National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Fortynine Palms Trail, San Bernardino County, California, United States (34.11922 -116.11212)

End: Fortynine Palms Trail, San Bernardino County, California, United States (34.11925 -116.11212)

Coordinates: 34.10609 -116.11222 34.11925 -116.10534

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Fortynine Palms Oasis

United States > California > San Bernardino County

Hike to the Fortynine Palms Oasis (or 49 Palms Oasis) by the Fortynine Palms Trail in the Joshua Tree National Park. #Hiking #Nature #Desert #Mountain #Park #Forest

Distance: 2.4 Km • Elevation gain: 124 m • Maximum elevation: 938 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🎒Ultralight Backpacks - Lightweight packs for long hikes
🍶Collapsible Water Bottles - Save space in your pack as you consume your water supply
📣High-Decibel Survival Whistles - Signaling tool for rescue that carries much further than a human voice
🔦Headlamps - Hands-free lighting for hiking
🕶️Polarized Outdoor Sunglasses - Reduce glare from rocks and water for better visual navigation

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