Are dogs allowed on Maze Loop, Window Trail, and North View?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Maze Loop, Window Trail, and North View but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Maze Loop, Window Trail, and North View?

No, Maze Loop, Window Trail, and North View does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Maze Loop, Window Trail, and North View?

Maze Loop, Window Trail, and North View is rated difficult. It is 7.2 miles long with 984 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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Joshua Tree National Park/California

Maze Loop, Window Trail, and North View

Twentynine Palms, California

7.2 mi

Distance

984 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 50m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

This is a great and quiet trail. The Window, Maze, and North View Trails can be used to make loops. The Window Trail and the North View Trail are the outer loops. These trails are easy to follow, but not on the park map. The parking area is not large. It is easy to get to the Window Trail. The North View Trail does it's job. It gives you good views of the valleys to the north.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,206 ft

Max:1,325 ft

300 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

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Source of truth

National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.

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Operator:760-367-5500
Address:74485 National Park Drive · Twentynine Palms, CA · 92277-3597

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page

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Maze Loop, Window Trail, and North View

About This Trail

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Elevation Profile

Trail Details

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This trail crosses hunting units

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