Explore the beauty of Joshua Tree National Park with your family. Take on the 1.7-mile Hidden Valley Nature Trail. The trail is flat, short, and perfect for families with young children. The trek will take you through boulders and Joshua trees, enabling your children to get up close to these enchanting trees. For more thrill, experience the rock climbing adventures.
Take your kids to tour the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and explore a range of African and North American Plants and wildlife. The zoo is home to over 450 desert animals spread over 1200 acres. Some family activities include riding camels, feeding the giraffes, and bird watching. Be sure to catch the wildlife shows and animal presentations. Don't miss out on the new African Lion exhibit.
If you have more time, you can enjoy other activities such as hiking trails at Ryan Mountain, Keys View, and Barker Dam in Joshua Tree National Park. The park also offers a night sky program, which could be exciting for children.
If you have less time, visit Pioneer Town, a western town, and a Hollywood movie location. The town offers a variety of western-themed activities and shops. The kids can tour the old west's jails and saloons, and they can also catch a live country concert at night.