Joshua Tree NP Self Guided Audio Driving Tour West Entrance Start

This guide turns your time on Park Boulevard into a narrated road trip, mixing history, geology, and local stories with practical tips on where to stop, what to look for, and how to explore safely. As you drive, each story will unlock automatically using GPS, so you can keep your eyes on the desert scenery while the tour fills in the park’s hidden details and legends—no maps to shuffle, no scripts to read, just drive, listen, and enjoy the journey. Listen anytime, the tour never expires.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   5 min

   The tour starts at the Joshua Tree Visitors Center in Joshua Tree. You'll hear about the visitors center, the story of Joshua tree and then make your way to the park.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   5 min

   Hear about Section 6 Desert View Conservation Area, how it came to be, and feel free to explore the trails.

3. 3

   Joshua Tree

   5 min

   You'll drive through the town of Joshua Tree before you get to the Joshua Tree National Park and hear a bit about the people and the history.

4. 4

   Cottonwood Visitor Center

   5 min

   The tour ends at the Cottonwood visitors center, where you can learn more and get stocked up.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   Pass by

   You'll drive by Hemingway Buttress, and hear the story of the rocks.

6. 6

   Quail Springs Trail

   Pass by

   You'll pass by Quail Springs Trail and hear the story of the area.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   Pass by

   You'll drive by the Hall of Horrors Area and hear why it got it's name.

8. 8

   Skull Rock

   Pass by

   You'll drive by Skull Rock and hear the story of the trail, feel free to park and explore more.

9. 9

   Arch Rock Nature Trail

   Pass by

   You'll drive by Arch Rock and hear the story of the people that lived here centuries ago.

10. 10

    Lost Horse Mine

    Pass by

    You'll drive by Lost Horse Mine and hear about the lost horse and it's story.

11. 11

    Joshua Tree National Park

    Pass by

    The tour guides you through Joshua Tree National Park pointing out the sites, sharing the history, stories and so much more. Stop anytime and explore, just press play to continue. The tour is location aware and plays as you drive.

• Service animals allowed
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.