Hiking Trail Guide: South Park Trail

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South Park Trail

Distance
1 miles

Elevation
200 feet gain

Difficulty
2/10

City
Yucca Valley ,CA (92284) 104.58 miles from you Weather Map

Trailhead
From the 10 Freeway east of Cabazon and west of Palm Springs, exit at the CA-62 E turnoff (which is signed as the route to Joshua Tree National Park, Twentynine Palms, and Yucca Valley). Travel northeast along CA-62 (which eventually becomes 29 Palms Hwy) past Desert Hot Springs and Big Morongo Canyon to Yucca Valley. Look for the "Black Rock Canyon Campground-5 miles" sign at Joshua Lane-turn right on Joshua Lane, and follow the directions on the signs to the campground. After turning right for the campground and following the bend, look for a sign just prior to the entrance marked for the South Park Parking Area-turn right (dirt road), and follow the road to its end at the trailhead.

Description

This little loop trail, located directly across from the High View Nature Trail and northwest boundary of Joshua Tree National Park, offers spectacular views and a short course in identifying typical desert flora. The trail is rather steep for its distance, and erosion is advanced in various sections, so wear sturdy lugsoles. Be sure to sign the summit register, and, as always, carry plenty of water.

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