Mission Mine

4.5/5 (4 reviews)
Often forgotten, the old mining days of 29 Palms, back then Old Dale was a gold-rich time for Californians. The history of the desert shows how great these areas once were and often still have signs of what it was. Out in the middle of nowhere, in the Old Dale district near Joshua Tree, there is...Read More
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Highlights of Mission Mine

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Camping Category IconCamping
Desert Category IconDesert
Ghost Town Category IconGhost Town
Iconic Category IconIconic
Mine Category IconMine
Overland Category IconOverland
Rock Category IconRock
Sand Category IconSand
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
1754 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Nearest Town
29 Palms
Nearest Services
29 Palms
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
Barstow Field Office

Overview

Often forgotten, the old mining days of 29 Palms, back then Old Dale was a gold-rich time for Californians. The history of the desert shows how great these areas once were and often still have signs of what it was. Out in the middle of nowhere, in the Old Dale district near Joshua Tree, there is one of the larger mines of the area. The Mission Mine is a wonder to see if passing through the area. The remittance of what was once before is something awe-inspiring and amazing. The trail is short and mild but the memories will last a lifetime. So if you are in the area, looking for something different, make the left turn and check out the Mission Mine.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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3 Waypoints
11 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
4 Community Reviews
1 Video
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