リバーサイド郡の天然記念物・トップ20

It's easy to miss it because it's at the very beginning of the trail :)

Probably the most crowded place in Joshua Tree NP - and that's because the skull is right next to the parking lot.

Skull Rock lives up to its name with two hollowed out holes in the shape of eyes. In addition to the eponymous rock, you can take the Skull Rock Nature Trail to see Elephant Rock and other geologic formations that have been eroded into the rocks over millennia.

Beautiful little trail in the desert. Enjoyed the water rushing through the path that the Palm Trees created.

Good to walk and not too long. But take water with you. The panorama really impressed me. One of the most beautiful places ever.

The Hidden Valley Trail is a one-mile loop that offers meander through large rock formations, perfect for families and rock scrambling. Along the trail, you’ll find educational signs about local plants and animals, and you can spot "Cow Rock,"  a cow-shaped formation on the valley wall. The trail is easy but includes stairs and rock steps at the start and end. It’s a popular hike, so arriving early, especially on weekends, is recommended. The trail has little shade and bad cell service.

With 10,883 feet, Mount San Jacinto is the highest peak in the San Jacinto Mountains. There is a network of hiking trails around the summit and the San Jacinto State Park itself. If the weather turns for the worst, you can find shelter in a little hut close to the summit. You can either take a hike from Idyllwild on the west side of the mountain or Palm Springs on the east side. There is also an aerial tramway you can use to get into the San Jacinto Wilderness. If you feel adventurous, you can cross the mountain range using the Pacific Crest Trail.

Nice to see and especially in autumn