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Quick Facts
Beginning Elevation:  2,880 Feet
Difficulty:  Moderate
Elevation Gain, One-way:  2,120 Feet
Ending Elevation:  4,000 Feet
Length:  35 Miles
Reservation:  No
Season:  Year-round
Directions
From Joshua Lane, From the Black Rock Canyon Visitor Center drive eastward to Joshua Lane. Turn right on Joshua Lane to reach the California Riding and Hiking Trail.
Location Information
The California Riding and Hiking Trail leads thirty-five miles through the western portion of Joshua Tree National Park. There are several access points for this trail throughout the park, they include: Covington Flats, Keys View and Squaw Tank Roads; Ryan Campground, Belle Campground; and the north entrance of the park. Two to three days are required to hike the entire length of the trail but shorter hikes of 4, 6.7 and 11 miles are possible.
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