Joshua Tree Rock Climbing and Hiking

Join us for a weekend of guided hikes and rock climbing in the unique beauty of Joshua Tree National Park.  This is a fun adventure for beginners as well as more experienced participants.

Group size:  8 people + 2 guides

Outdoor activities:  Rock Climbing, Hiking, Backpacking, Camping, Stargazing

Well-being focus:  Guided meditation and journaling

Adventure Level 1:  Backpack 1-2 miles on Friday and Sunday.  Choice of rock climbing routes and how often you climb allow you to control the challenge of this activity.  Hiking on flat terrain. 

Adventure Details

We will meet at a designated point on Friday and drive into Joshua Tree National Park together.  Details will be provided several weeks prior to departure.  After gathering our things, we will backpack in approximately one mile to find a dispersed campsite.  Throughout the weekend, you will enjoy guided hiking and rock climbing options and guided meditation while working on outdoor skills. 

What’s included:

Services

• Guided hikes with a professional hiking guide

• Guided rock climbing with professional, certified climbing guide

• Outdoor skills clinic 

• Guided meditation and journaling

• Pro tips for backpacking and hiking

Gear

• One tent per person (let us know if you want to use your own)

• Cooking stoves and cooking gear

• All meals and snacks

• Group first aid kit

What’s not included:

After registering for this trip, you will receive an email with a detailed gear and clothing list for this adventure.  All trips require a sturdy pair of hiking shoes or hiking boots, rain gear, and other recommended clothing.  A few of the items you will need to provide are:

• Sleeping bag

• Sleeping pad

• Backpack

• Clothes, rain gear, and footwear

• Sunscreen, toiletries, personal items

• Trekking poles

• Water bottle

• Headlamp or flashlight

What if I don’t have all the necessary gear?

You will receive an email with a detailed gear and clothing list several weeks prior to departure.  If you are missing a few items, let us know.  We may have some gear we can lend you on an as-needed basis, or we may recommend another solution such as where you can rent gear.  

What if I am a beginner?  

We love introducing people to new outdoor experiences!  Our adventures are rated based on our Adventure Levels, which take into consideration the planned activities for the entire trip.  If one of our adventures is intended for experienced participants only it will be so designated.  Otherwise, if you are a beginner at one or more of the adventure’s activities, our experienced guides look forward to introducing you to the activity and building your confidence along the way.