Joshua Tree National Park hiking guide
Cap Rock Nature Trail
A 0.4-mile loop with 20 ft of climbing in Hidden Valley, rated easy.
Key facts
- Length
- 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Elevation gain
- 20 ft (6 m)
- Route type
- Loop
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Area
- Hidden Valley
- Highest point
- 4,263 ft
- Lowest point
- 4,253 ft
About Cap Rock Nature Trail
A loop through Joshua tree woodland and Mojave yuccas, with granite boulders rising around the path. Benches and interpretive signs explain the plants and wildlife you pass, and picnic tables sit near the trailhead. There is little shade and no cell service, so bring water and plan for the sun. Fry Boulders and Ryan Campground are within walking distance, if you want to extend your visit.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
