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Mastodon Peak via Mastodon Mine Loop Trail

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1.9 mi
Distance
1 hrs 5 min
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terrain
358 ft
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Overview

This is a easy one way trail in Joshua Tree National Park.

This trail goes by Mastodon Peak and Cottonwood Campground.

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    5 years, 2 months ago
    Great hike. Beware of some wild bees at some places.
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crazy2kite 7 years, 7 months ago
Mastodon Peak Loop 4/3/17 10:06:06 AM
Nice 2 1/2 mile loop with lots of wildflowers as well as views of the Salton Sea and the Mastodon mine
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Alternate Routes

  1. Mastodon Peak Loop via Mastodon Mine Loop Trail
    ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 3.6 mi

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  1. Lost Palms Oasis Loop
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ MODERATE 7.3 mi
  2. Cottonwood Visitor Center via Gold Crown Road
    ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 32.9 mi
  3. Lost Palms Oasis
    ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 4.1 mi
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