Joshua Tree Tours & Guided Programs

Joshua Tree National Park does not need much of an introduction. What it does need is someone who knows where to take you. That is what Mojave Guides is for.

Every program below is a fully private outing led by certified guides with years of experience in the park. No shared groups, no generic routes. We build the day around you, your party, and what you actually want to get out of it. Find your program, check availability, and come see what this park is really about.

Gift certificates are also available for any program.

Learn more about our tours with local Joshua Tree guides:

A woman rock climbing on a steep outdoor rock face with a red helmet, wearing a light blue jacket and purple pants, while a man below guides her with a safety harness; other climbers are visible in the background.

Rock Climbing

Slot canyon in Joshua tree with Chasm of Doom and Hall of Horror

Canyons & Corridors 

Guided hiking in Joshua Tree National Park

Guided Hiking

Rappelling in Joshua Tree National Park

Rappelling

Advanced Climbing Skills Gear in Joshua Tree National Park

Advanced Climbing

People rock climbing on a large outdoor rock face with safety ropes, while others manage equipment and observe at the base, in a desert-like environment with sparse vegetation.

Large Private Groups

A man wearing a helmet and outdoor gear, rock climbing equipment, smiling while standing on rugged desert terrain with mountains and cloudy sky in the background.

Choose Your Own Adventure

Desert landscape with various cacti and drought-tolerant plants, with a mountain in the background and a rainbow in the sky.

Inclusive Rock Climbing

Guided Programs At a Glance

  • Rock Climbing — The most popular program. Guided single-pitch climbing on Joshua Tree's famous monzogranite for all ages and skill levels. No experience needed. Half or full day. All gear included.

  • Canyon and Corridor Tours — Explore hidden slot canyons and boulder corridors including Chasm of Doom and Hall of Horror. Part hiking, part scrambling, sometimes caving. All ages, basic fitness required. Half or full day. All gear included.

  • Guided Hiking — Private guided hikes customized to your pace and interests, from easy desert walks to challenging summit scrambles. Chance to see the Cholla Cactus Garden and some of California's largest peaks. All ages. Half or full day. No gear needed.

  • Rappelling — Learn to descend vertical rock faces in one of the most dramatic landscapes in the American West. Starts with ground-level instruction before heading up. No experience required. All ages. Half or full day. All gear included.

  • Choose Your Own Adventure — Can't decide? Don't. Mix and match climbing, hiking, rappelling, and canyon tours into one custom day. Half day covers 2 or more activities; full day covers 3 or more. All ages. All gear included.

  • Advanced Climbing Skills — For climbers ready to level up. Covers lead climbing, trad climbing, multi-pitch, top rope setup, self-rescue, and more. Fully customized to your current ability. Contact us to build your program.

  • Large Private Groups — Custom programs for 13 or more participants. Great for corporate team-building, scout troops, camp groups, and bachelor or bachelorette parties. Accommodates 50 or more with advance notice. Contact us for rates.

5 Star Reviews

  • Our family of 6 climbed with Emery and Taylor. We have widely varied experience and fear. These two guides and our afternoon spent climbing are the highlight of our trip. They were outgoing, encouraging, and very kind. They helped each of us do what we came for, and set extra routes for our more skilled son. We’ve done many vacation outdoor experiences together, this one tops the list for me!

    Jason D.

  • We had a great time with Mojave Guides! Taylor and Emery were wonderful guides and created a great experience for our team, where they showed us how to tie the ropes, belay and communicate clearly with each other to make sure we were safe at all times while having fun. This was a very memorable experience and I hope to come back and climb with them again!

    Silvia L.

  • My husband and I had an amazing time with Nolan at Joshua Tree this week. Nolan is a truly remarkable human and an incredible Mojave guide. He was motivational, inspirational, knowledgeable, and a lot of fun! My husband and I left our rock scrambling experience, with Nolan, feeling energized, renewed and empowered. I highly recommend Mojave Guides to anyone in need of a nature high and an unforgettable outdoor experience.

    Olivia S.

  • You are in great hands with Mojave Guides. Taylor, our guide was professional, personable, and always focused on safety. He took my family on some great routes that were perfect for our skill level, and made sure everyone was truly having fun. 100% will be going on another climbing trip with Mojave Guides.

    Gregory S.

A Sneak Peek

Mojave Guides was built on a foundation of rock climbing. Here’s a look at one of our private rock climbing days with the best Joshua Tree guides.