Beginner Group Rock Climbing in Joshua Tree National Park
- 4 hours
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Join Mojave Guides for a half day exploration of Joshua Tree National Park's world renowned rock climbing! Meet other travelers who, like yourself, have a healthy appetite for adventure, while learning the basics of the sport from an expert. See JTNP from a new perspective 100' up a wall of granite!
Inclusions
What's included
- We will provide all of the necessary safety and climbing equipment.
What's not
- Participants are required to drive into the National Park in their own vehicle. Mojave Guides cannot provide transportation to and from the climbing site.
- Joshua Tree National Park Entrance Fee
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 71 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5Don’t miss this!!
Such an amazing experience!! Our family of 4(2 adult children) had the best time. Our instructor (Murphy) was incredible in explaining everything-he has a ♡ of climbing and Joshua Tree. We also always felt secure and safe. All four of us pushed thru what we thought might be our ‘limits’. I highly recommend Mojave and Murphy. Thank you for such an amazing and awesome day!!
5Great experience, truly...
Great experience, truly enjoyable and guide was very knowledgeable. Things to remember to have long sleeve and pants protect you when you slip and gloves are a plus to protect your palms.
5Mojave Guides Climbing Experience was a Blast!
Great experience with James Murphy as our guide. It was a highlight of our trip and this group of first time outdoor climbers is eager to climb again! Murphy was very positive, explained things well, put safety first, and taught our family group a ton about the mental, physical and technical aspects of climbing. He kept it simple, fun and engaging for the whole session. Taught us all that climbing is about failing and overcoming those failures, and gave us the training and encouragement to allow us to achieve our goals (we loved that he started the day asking us about our goals and then helped us identify and accomplish them as the day progressed). Catered to varied skills and needs expertly, from a Mom who was a bit hesitant to Dad and Daughters 20 and 17 who were eager to learn and explore. We highly recommend Murphy and Mojave Guides if you are thinking about climbing at JT NP. It’s an amazing place and even more amazing when you are climbing!
5Awesome! Safe, Professional, and Fun
Climbed with Murphy and Emery, both solo and with a group of friends. Phenomenal experience in every way. The guides were thoughtful, safe, professional, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and fun.
5Amazing First Outdoor Climbing Experience
I had an amazing experience with Mojave Guide Emery in Joshua Tree! We did two top-rope climbs, and he was incredibly professional, knowledgeable about the area, and, most importantly, made me feel completely safe—like, zero chance of dying, which is always a plus. As a first-time outdoor climber, I really appreciated how patient Emery was. He explained the techniques clearly, answered all my questions, and helped me work through the routes in a way that made me feel comfortable. The climbs were the perfect level of difficulty—challenging and just outside my comfort zone, but never in a way that felt unsafe. Beyond climbing, Emery made the whole experience fun and engaging. We explored some caves by scrambling under rocks, which was an unexpected highlight. He also pointed out cool rock formations, plants, and shared fun facts about the area, which added so much to the adventure. Overall, Emery is a fantastic guide and great company. Whether you're a beginner or experienced climber, I’d 10/10 recommend!
5Great Day with Taylor
As true beginners we were pretty excited. Our guide Taylor was patient and very relaxed- which in turn made us relaxed. Couldn’t recommend Taylor more- he was skilled, friendly and surprisingly funny.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Your guide will meet you in the PARKING LOT of the JTNP Visitor's Center. They will have a Mojave Guides magnet on the side of their vehicle as well as a Mojave Guides uniform. You must follow your guide into the park in your own vehicle. Program will conclude at a different parking lot inside JTNP.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Mojave Guides
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Palm Springs
- Its from-price is 45% above the median of the 141 experiences we list in Palm Springs.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 33 of 141.
About Palm Springs
Palm Springs, in California's Coachella Valley, is a desert resort of mid-century modern design, palm-lined streets and the San Jacinto Mountains.
Palm Springs lies in the Colorado Desert of southern California, at the foot of the steep San Jacinto Mountains, a resort that drew film stars and golfers from the 1930s. Mid-century modern houses and motels by architects such as Richard Neutra and Albert Frey give the town its look, and Palm Canyon Drive is lined with shops, galleries and cafés. The Palm Springs Art Museum shows modern and Western art.
Top-ranked sights in Palm Springs: Joshua Tree National Park, Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness.
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