Cap Rock and Gram Parsons Nature Trail
Twentynine Palms, California
0.7 mi
Distance
115 ft
Elev. Gain
15m
Est. Time
Loop
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Cap Rock and Gram Parsons Nature Trail is a loop trail in Joshua Tree National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Riverside County, California. It is 0.7 miles long and gains 115 feet. The nearest town is Twentynine Palms, California, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,299 ft |
| High point | 0.1 mi | 1,307 ft |
| End | 0.7 mi | 1,299 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Loop
Official sources & verification
Managed by National Park Service
Source of truth
- National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Twentynine Palms, CA · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Riverside County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Joshua Tree National Park · National Park Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:760-367-5500
- Address:74485 National Park Drive · Twentynine Palms, CA · 92277-3597
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