The first time we were looking for it, we actually went to the Hall of Horrors, which is in a completely different area.
The Chasm of Doom’s entrance is not the easiest to find. Also, skip anything bulky such as backpacks. I would not use a phone light or a flashlight. If you’re coming from Skull Rock, the turnout for the parking lot is on the left, immediately after passing Baker Dam Road.ĭon’t forget to wear grippy shoes and bring extra headlamps with you. Hidden Valley trailhead is located on Park Boulevard, closer to the Twentynine Palms entrance (instead of Cottonwood entrance). The Chasm of Doom is located in Hidden Valley, near the trailhead. You’re also required to climb and scramble up many decent size boulders. You need to be able to fit through very tight spaces and tunnels. It’s pretty dark in there so it’s best to do this during the day. We did this in the winter and it was miserable. When it’s freezing out, the granite boulders are also freezing to the touch. However, visiting the park can be unpleasant if it’s too warm out. Since it’s inside the tunnel/cave system, it won’t get too hot in the Summer. There are vault toilets at the trailhead.ģ0 minutes to 2 hours depending on your skill level and how many people are in your group. You can also either purchase a park-specific annual pass for $55 or get an America the Beautiful National Parks Pass for $80. The entrance fee is $30 per vehicle for 7-day. There is a fee to enter Joshua Tree National Park. If not, proceed with extreme caution and at your own risk. If this is your first time, we recommend going with someone who knows the route. The GPS doesn’t work inside these tunnels so GPS coordinates or breadcrumbs won’t help you. You will also need to be good at wayfinding. Dustin is about 5’8 and 170lbs, and it was a bit difficult for him to squeeze through some of the spots. WARNING: If you’re attempting to do this, you need to be able to climb and scramble through very tight, dark spaces. However, not only you’ll need to be comfortable and able to fit in tight spaces, but you will also need to be able to climb, scramble, and boulder in the dark. It is an awesome experience for the adrenaline junkies. In fact, with his mild claustrophobia, Dustin had a bit of a problem through some tighter spots. It is NOT for the faint of heart or the claustrophobic. It is a twisting hidden maze consisting of many tunnels, passageways, and tight squeezes through the giant boulders of Hidden Valley. The Chasm of Doom is one of Joshua Tree National Park’s many hidden secrets.
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