Mojave National Preserve
1.6 million acres of Joshua tree forest, sand dunes, cinder cones, and granite peaks between I-15 and I-40.
Where on earth
Satellite imagery flying in from a world view to Mojave National Preserve, United States. Use the + / − buttons, or click the map to zoom with your scroll wheel; drag to pan and pinch to zoom on touch.
- Region
- California, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Mojave Desert (400–2,400 m)
- Best season
- October – April
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
- Wildlife Viewing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Mojave Desert (400–2,400 m)
- Best season: October – April
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
1.6 million acres of Joshua tree forest, sand dunes, cinder cones, and granite peaks between I-15 and I-40.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: October – April
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Mojave Desert (400–2,400 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Mojave National Preserve trip tools
Popular pursuits at Mojave National Preserve
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
- Desert Hiking
Water carries and heat management drive the plan.
- Canyoneering
Narrows, downclimbs, and flash-flood timing.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.
