Old Dale Road
Total Miles
25.8
Elevation
756.64 ft
Duration
3 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Trail Overview
An iconic trail in the mountains of Joshua Tree National Park. Start from either the north or the south trailhead and enjoy a trek through the history and beauty of the desert. Visit abandoned mines throughout the trail, or set up camp away from the crowds. This trail can be done in any high-clearance 4x4.
Difficulty
70% Of the trail is in deep sand that requires 4WD and the 30% is small to moderate-sized rocks that can pose damage to low clearance vehicles.
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