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Geology Trail

Joshua Tree National Park, CA
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5.0 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Description: For four wheel drive vehicles only, this challenging road offers some sweeping panoramic views.
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California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

We had AWD and no problem. 2WD is ok for experienced dirt/snow drivers. Some of the number signs are missing. Make sure you pick up the brochure at a visitors center. Part the National Park. More

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Orange, California, United States
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012
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The geology trail is a great hike, but be prepared. take lots of food and water because it can get tiring. make sure and stop to take breaks often, and bring a camera because you are sure to see some amazing sights. check out www.joshuatreecamping.org for more info More

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Sancreed
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011
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Pick up the free leaflet at one of the visitor centres, pile in the car, and go on this trip down a dirt track which has and explains some of the most extraordinary geology you are ever likely to see. There is a loop at the end which we didn't do as it's very sandy and probably needs a 4x4... More

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Seattle
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2011
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Amazing drive-suitable for 2 wheel drive for first 5 miles-with lots of amazing geology facts and sights-need 4 wheel drive to do the whole trip. More

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