Are dogs allowed on Queen Mountain?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Queen Mountain but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Queen Mountain?

No, Queen Mountain 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 Queen Mountain?

Queen Mountain is rated moderate. It is 6.2 miles long with 1,473 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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We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ModerateOut and Back

Joshua Tree National Park/California

Queen Mountain

Twentynine Palms, California

6.2 mi

Distance

1,473 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 42m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

There is a great summit hike through the desert of Joshua Tree National Park. There is a limited parking spot on the dirt road. You can go off trail across the desert and up to the peak. The rock scrambling around the summit is worth the effort.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:1,355 ft

Max:1,720 ft

449 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
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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Queen Mountain

About This Trail

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