Joshua Tree Hike and Stargaze - SBC

Join us for an unforgettable day of exploration and discovery in the breathtaking landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park! This trip is ideal for both first-time visitors and seasoned adventurers, combining sightseeing, hiking, and stargazing into one incredible experience.

We’ll begin at 9:00am at the Adventure Center, where our trip leaders will make sure all gear and meals are ready for the day ahead. Our first stop will be the Joshua Tree Visitor Center to get an overview of the park’s unique features. From there, we’ll head to Hidden Valley Trail to learn about the area’s fascinating natural history before exploring one of the park’s iconic routes, Lost Horse Mine Trail.

As the afternoon winds down, we’ll make our way to Keys View, a spectacular overlook offering sweeping views of the Coachella Valley—perfect for photos and a moment of reflection. We’ll then stop in Twentynine Palms for dinner before capping off the evening with stargazing at Sky’s the Limit Observatory. After a full day of adventure, we’ll head back to CSUSB under the desert night sky.

Trip Cost     
SRWC Member: $17
Faculty, Staff, Non-Enrolled CSUSB Student, and Alumni Association: $23
Affiliate: $25
Sponsored Guest: $28 

Sign-Up Deadline
February 11, 2026 @ 12pm

No Pre-Trip Meeting

Activity Level
2 – Active

Trip Departs From
CSUSB Adventure Center (Student Union South room 114)

Packing List

Weather

Food
Lunch Included. Dinner not included. 

Hygiene and Comfort
Restrooms and drinking water will be readily available.
We will be carrying our all our food, water, and equipment in a pack weighting up to 10lbs. We use flush toilets at the visitor center or vault toilets at the trailhead and practice Leave No Trace for disposing of waste on the trail. We will bring water from CSUSB. 
 

Risk / Hazards / Safety 

⚠️ Important Travel Advisory for Undocumented Students ⚠️

Cancellation Policy   

How to Register        

Registration opens 1/15/26 @ 8:00am