Geology Tour Road

The Geology Tour Road is an 18-mile motor tour that leads through one of Joshua Tree National Park's most fascinating landscapes. The road showcases Joshua Tree's nearly 1.8-billion-year geologic history and provides access to scenic pullouts, a few hiking trails, and some climbing access routes. In good weather, most passenger vehicles may access the first few miles of the Geology Tour Road, but make sure to watch for the sign marking the point beyond which a 4-wheel-drive vehicle is recommended and turn around there if your vehicle is not capable of handling deep ruts and soft sand. The road is not suitable for campers, trailers, and motor homes.