Race through Joshua Tree’s streets, art spots, and desert edges in this phone‑hosted scavenger hunt. Solve clues, photograph local oddities, and learn the town’s art and geological backstory in a two‑hour interactive game.
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The sun slants low across scrub and granite as your team gathers at a well‑worn meeting spot — a knot of Joshua trees and painted murals marking the start of a city‑scale scavenger hunt.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels — involves short walks and optional driving between urban and desert checkpoints
Wildlife
History
The area’s name comes from Mormon settlers who likened the tree’s branches to the Biblical Joshua; the town later attracted artists who turned open land into outdoor galleries.
Conservation
This high desert is fragile — stick to paved roads and marked paths, pack out trash, and avoid disturbing cryptobiotic soil or art installations.
Reserve your spot on the Joshua Tree Jig Scavenger Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a charged smartphone
This experience is remotely hosted — at least one phone per team with GPS, camera, and data is required to receive clues and submit answers.
Watch the mid‑day heat
If you’re playing in summer, start early or late to avoid extreme temperatures and carry extra water for everyone.
Wear sturdy walking shoes
Surfaces range from paved sidewalks to sandy pull‑outs and short dirt paths; closed‑toe shoes keep you comfortable.
Respect private property and art
Many clues lead you to public art and storefronts — ask before photographing people or entering private courtyards, and don’t disturb installations.
Smartphone with data and camera
Required for receiving clues, sending photos, and interacting with the remote host.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is essential in the high desert, especially during warmer months.
summer
Comfortable closed‑toe shoes
Provides traction and protection on mixed pavement and short dirt sections.
Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, SPF)
The desert sun is strong year‑round — protect skin and eyes during outdoor stretches.
summer