Joshua Tree

[Mike Nielsen]

I am going to Joshua Tree for one night on Saturday the 8th (stealing some time from a business trip) and have not done desert camping in a bit.

My plan is to bring a very light quilt, but the weather says lows of 72. I am only out for the night and all day Sunday, so I am looking to elimante most gear and treat this as a glorified day hike.

Any suggestions or things to be aware of? Planning on bringing plenty of water as I am unused to the hot temps and know I will drink a ton. Otherwise I don't plan on any rain gear, clothes. Basically just some first aid stuff, sleep pad, food and lots of water.

Any suggestions appreciated.

[Ryan Krause]

Yeah lots of water. Make sure you either have clothing that covers you up or have sunscreen. I don't like bothering with sunscreen so I wear longsleeve sun shirt, pants and hat with a neck skirt (I have a OR Sun Runner Cap).

[EndoftheTrail]

The heat wave finally broke… so weather should be more bearable. Deserts can get downright cold after midnight, so I would bring a little something extra — website weather forecasts are notoriously inaccurate!

[Mike Nielsen]

That was my concern as well. It confirms I will bring a very light quilt, about a 55 degree one for a little extra comfort for my one night out.

Thanks,

[George Matthews]

joshua tree…

joshua tree is really incredible

my avator pic is from there

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