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Joshua Tree National Park/California

West Side Loop access

0.4 mi

Distance

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In Joshua Tree National Park, California, West Side Loop access covers 0.4 miles of trail. Check current conditions for Joshua Tree National Park before heading out, and confirm trailhead access and any seasonal closures.

Trail Conditions

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Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

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  • Operator:760-367-5500
  • Address:74485 National Park Drive · Twentynine Palms, CA · 92277-3597
We display cached information from agency feeds. Hours, fees, permits, closures, fire restrictions, and conditions change without notice. Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Confirm current conditions for this trail using the links above before you go — you are responsible for compliance. Last verified by us: Aug 17, 2026. Spot an error in our data?

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This trail crosses hunting units

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