Hiking is encouraged on all public lands within Mojave National Preserve. Among the best hikes is the Mid Hills to Hole-in-the-Wall Trail. This eight-mile trail (one-way) will take you through beautiful scenery, with numerous spectacular views of the mountains that surround the area. Among the plant communities you will walk through are pinyon pine and juniper woodlands, Great Basin sagebrush, blackbrush scrub and several cactus gardens. The trail has a 1,200-foot elevation loss from the Mid Hills trailhead to Hole-in-the-Wall Visitor Center, so if you like hiking downhill start at Mid Hills. The trail is signed, but it requires a good eye to stay on course as it enters and leaves washes. Shuttle vehicles can be parked at the Hole-in-the-Wall Visitor Center or Wild Horse Canyon Trailhead. Another favorite trail is the Teutonia Peak Trail, on Cima Dome. The trail is about 4 miles round trip, and wanders through a wonderful Joshua tree forest.

Hiking Tips
When hiking, be sure to carry plenty of water and drink it freely, especially in hot weather. There is no water available on the trails. Adequate clothing, including a broad-brimmed hat and sunglasses, should be worn for protection from the sun. Apply sunscreen liberally and wear sturdy shoes. Be careful where you step and place your hands: poisonous snakes live in the area. Let someone know where you are going and when you plan to return. Non-road portions of trails are closed to bicycles, motorcycles and motorized vehicles. Former roads in wilderness provide many outstanding trails.