Boy Scout Trail To Willow Hole Extended Route Trail
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Boy Scout Trail To Willow Hole Extended Route Trail

Joshua Tree National Park
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Boy Scout Trail To Willow Hole Extended Route Trail

Boy Scout Trail To Willow Hole Extended Route Trail

Distance: 17.6mi
Elevation: 1,657ft
Time: 6.5-9h

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The Boy Scout Trail To Willow Hole Extended Route Trail is a longer route than many found within Joshua Tree National Park. Starting on relatively flat terrain, the route climbs in elevation as it makes its way through the craggy environment of the highlands before providing you with spectacular views of the region.

Boy Scout Trail To Willow Hole Extended Route Trail Map

Getting there

The trailhead for Boy Scout Trail To WIllow Hole Extended Route Trail can be found at a parking lot off of Indian Cove road.

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Backcountry Campground

No

When to do

Year Round

Pets allowed

No

Family friendly

No

Route Signage

Average

Crowd Levels

High

Route Type

Out and back


Boy Scout Trail To Willow Hole Extended Route Trail
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Boy Scout Trail To WIllow Hole Extended Route Trail Description

Sections of the Boy Scout Trail To WIllow Hole Extended Route Trail require slight scrambling, and therefore this route should only be attempted by those who are comfortable doing so. Likewise, the sandy terrain and steep parts make the route physically demanding.

Having made it to the trailhead, follow the Boy Scout Trail west as it makes its way towards the mountainous terrain in the foreground. After a few miles, the incline in elevation will begin to become more steep as the trail takes you through a number of small canyons. The Boy Scout Trail will then veer sharply to the south, declining in elevation as it makes its way through more canyons.

With the canyons behind you, the landscape will open up, and the terrain will become more uniform as you continue south along the trail. After a few more miles, you will reach a junction within the trail. At the junction, take the easternmost route onto Willow Hole Trail. After climbing in elevation once again, the WIllow Hole Trail will bring you all the way to its namesake where beautiful views can be enjoyed. Once you are ready, retrace your steps back towards the trailhead and your waiting vehicle.

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