3 Miles Roundtrip

360 Foot Elevation Gain

Steep, Exposed, Rocky Hike to an Incredible Oasis of Fan Palms & Pools of Water

Just off of 29 Palms Highway (62) on Canyon Road (NOT at either Main Entrance but very near Utah Trail) is this absolutely gorgeous hike to a literal oasis of over 50 towering and beautiful Fan Palms tucked into the back of a canyon. 49 Palms Oasis is one of 5 oasises in the park.

The beginning of the hike is steep with rocky steps cut out of the bedrock but the view of the Bouillon Mountains, the Mojave, & Twenty Nine Palms is fantastic. And it only get better as you ascend. Also at the entrance is a thermometer and signs that warn hikers of impending death if they’re not smart. So, be smart; bring lots of water. We went through all of ours and we brought so much extra. The trail is very exposed until the end, at the oasis.

You then descend, although not as rapidly as the ascent until you come to the back of the valley that holds the colorful and green oasis.

There’s water filled pools, over 50 Fan Palms, boulders to sit on and enjoy the peacefulness, & views to the north of the desert rocks. It was a magical place.

You’ll notice evidence of the 4 or so fires that have swept through the valley since the 1940s in the charred trunks of the palms. But have no fear, that fire destroys the skirt, kills pests & bugs, erases competing plants, and ultimately allows the Palms to flourish.

This little oasis and the valley around is home to coyotes, big horn sheep, and snakes, so watch your step!