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Bighorn Pass Road – Arch Rock loop from Abbey Rock

Bighorn Pass Road – Arch Rock loop from Abbey Rock

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11,550

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Bighorn Pass Road – Arch Rock loop from Abbey Rock

04:09

57.5km

590m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 4, 2026

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Joshua Tree National Park

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Parking

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2.93 km

Park Boulevard, Joshua Tree National Park

Highlight • Trail

Park Boulevard Road offers stunning desert views, surrounded by iconic Joshua trees, rugged rock formations, and sweeping vistas. The road features smooth pavement with gentle climbs and descents. Start early …

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7.29 km

Queen Valley Trails

Highlight • Trail

From here you have the choice of a number of trails, most of which lead out to old mining sites. However, the unique and beautiful desert landscape is the main attraction.

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9.20 km

Queen Valley

Highlight • Natural

Queen Valley is remote and generally less busy that other parts in park since it's only accessible via dirt roads. However, if the dirt is an attraction for you rather …

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15.8 km

Chimney Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Chimney Rock is a towering formation that resembles a natural chimney rising from the desert floor. This striking rock is surrounded by a landscape of massive boulders, sandy washes, and the park's namesake Joshua trees.

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19.6 km

Bighorn Pass Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Bighorn Pass Road is a great way to explore some less visited areas of the park. The dirt road connects with Queen Valley Road and Park Boulevard, so you've got …

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29.8 km

Geology Tour Road

Highlight • Trail

48.2 km

Arch Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Just a short hike from White Tank Campground you will get to this natural stone arch that is well worth a photo.

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49.5 km

White Tank Campground

Highlight • Rest Area

White Tank is – at least in my opinion – the most beautiful campground within Joshua Tree National Park. Consider yourself lucky if you manage to get a spot since …

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57.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.1 km

25.1 km

2.89 km

1.33 km

129 m

Surfaces

26.1 km

24.8 km

3.99 km

2.37 km

299 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,370 m)

Lowest point (1,120 m)

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