4.1 mi
Distance
604 ft
Elev. Gain
Loop
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Rock Caves Loop is a loop trail in Joshua Tree National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Riverside County, California. It is 4.1 miles long. The nearest town is Twentynine Palms, California, about 7 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 | 1,272 ft |
| High point | 3.2 mi | 1,295 ft |
| End | 4.1 mi | 1,272 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 7 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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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.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Ryan Campground
1.9 mi awayJoshua Tree National Park
Twentynine Palms, CA
Check official pricing37 sitesReservable TentRV Very popularBooks up fast · 70% No Service
Boy Scout Trail Backcountry Camping
2.5 mi awayJoshua Tree National Park
Twentynine Palms, CA
Joshua Tree National Park Sheep Pass Campground
2.5 mi awayJoshua Tree National Park
Twentynine Palms, CA
Check official pricing6 sitesNational Park Reservable Well reviewed Major Issues
Indian Cove Campground
5.7 mi awayJoshua Tree National Park
Twentynine Palms, CA
Check official pricing211 sitesReservable TentRV Very popularModerate demand · 48% Major Issues
Jumbo Rocks Campground
5.8 mi awayJoshua Tree National Park
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