![]() The views from this hike are spectacular. This is a rock formation very popular with young crowds at Joshua Tree. This hike is perfect for all skill levels and ages, and can be extended for those interested in a longer hike. With no official path and no cell service, I implore you to use wisdom when adventuring.this is a spectacular spot to wander but do so responsibly with proper preparation to avoid getting lost or turned around. The Arch Rock Nature Trail is an out-and-back trail in Joshua Tree, that runs close to the White Tank campground. This short, 1.3-mile out-and-back trail begins at the Twin Tanks/Arch Rock parking lot. Explore the heart from all sides to get that perfect heart shot, and enjoy the many other wonderful rocks here.one of my favorites is the “stacked bowling balls” less than 50 yards away. One of the best hikes in Joshua Tree, the famous Arch Rock Trail, has become a rite of passage for visitors to the park. The Arch Rock Trail (With Heart Rock) A list of the best hikes in Joshua Tree National Park wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Arch Rock Trail, the only hike boasting an arch. Always follow the advice of the National Park Service here in Joshua Tree, and plan ahead with knowledgeable navigation. I found it via a dry river bed heading northeast from Arch Rock ( Heart Rock map pin here). Arch Rock is a popular attraction at Joshua Tree NP, so you might choose to visit early in the day to avoid crowds. ![]() Arch Rock is one of our favorite rock formations in Joshua Tree and the hike itself a lovely. ![]() It’s an easy hike to the arch from its new trail head at Twin Tanks parking lot. It wasnt crowded at all and has grand views of the valley. Among the giant rock piles and distinctive Joshua Trees the granite arch known as Arch Rock spans 30 foot over a boulder field in Joshua Tree National Park. Its technically not inside Joshua Tree National Park which is why the ranger recommended it. Less than a 1/3 mile past Arch Rock, you can reach Heart Rock…and it’s easy to tell how this 12 ft tall boulder got its name. I love walking past the Yucca Plants on the way from Arch Rock to Heart Rock, but it’s important to note that there is no official trail to Heart Rock. Thoroughly enjoyed this hike which exemplifies the beauty of the desert dry, rocky, and rugged. ![]() If you make the hike to Arch Rock, then I definitely encourage you to continue on to another wonderful (and recognizable) rock. ![]()
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