Joshua Tree Technical Peak Bagging: Scrambling, Climbing and Rapelling

Summiting a rock formation in Joshua Tree National Park is not a simple matter of hiking. The park's peaks are too small to be called mountains but what they lack in altitude they make up for in technical challenge. The park’s formations are composed entirely of rock; having no soil, they have no trails. Routes to the top are steep and demand more than hiking shoes and poles. To summit something in Joshua Tree you need the full arsenal of climbing gear and skills.

On this adventure you will climb two technical peaks over two days. We work with the best AMGA (American Mountain Guides Association) certified guides to give you a unique experience that will have you climb alpine-style objectives in a beautiful desert environment.

Highlights and activities

• Summit two technical peaks using various mountaineering/ alpine climbing techniques.
• Enjoy a rich Joshua Tree experience that few people get.

• rock climbing
• hiking / trekking

1. 

   Day 1: Peak 1 - Learning climbing systems and techniques

   Your guide will meet you just outside Joshua Tree National Park and fit you out with all the gear that you will need for the next two days. After practicing various climbing skills you then apply them on a moderate peak.

   You spend the night at a charming casita with a yard and fully furnished kitchenette.

2. 

   Day 2: Peak 2 - Challenging yourself

   With one technical peak now under your belt you are ready for a more challenging summit. Although the difficulty level is increased the techniques that you need are the same as those you applied yesterday. Don't worry, you've got this!

This trip is offered from September through May. Contact us to schedule your Private Tour.

Includes

• Use of all climbing equipment.
• Accommodations (twin-sharing, double bed).
• Two lunches and one breakfast.

Excludes

• Transportation to Joshua Tree.
• Meals other than those specified.
• Park entrance fee (your guide can cover your entrance fee if he/she rides with you into the park).

• Climbing is a physically strenuous sport. Joshua Tree has a broad range of climbing grades (difficulty levels) and we can choose routes to suit your ability, but if you are out of shape or new to climbing expect muscle soreness the following day.
• You may bring ingredients and cook dinner in the casita or simply eat out at one of the many restaurants around Joshua Tree.