Last updated: February 6, 2024
Thing to Do
Hike Bajada Trail
NPS / Preston Jordan Jr.
This short and flat, quarter-mile nature trail meanders through common vegetation found in the Colorado Desert. Along the trail are interpretive signs highlighting different plants and their adaptations and uses. The trail is located near the southern boundary of the park, south of the Cottonwood Visitor Center. It is much lower in elevation than most of the park and offers a unique showcase of plants highly adapted to extreme heat and little rain. Occasionally, after wet winters, this trail will offer vibrant displays of wildflowers in February and March.
Details
Duration
15-30 Minutes
Activity
Hiking
Pets Allowed
No
Pets and emotional support animals are not allowed on trails, but service animals are welcome. Service animals must remain on a 6-foot (1.8 meter) leash at all times.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Bajada Nature Trail
The trail is located near the southern boundary of the park. The trailhead is on Cottonwood Springs Rd approximately 1.5 miles north of of Interstate 10, exit 168.
Reservations
No
Season
Winter, Spring, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility Information
This trail has areas of deep sand and may not be suitable for all wheelchairs.
Pets and emotional support animals are not allowed on trails, but service animals are welcome. Service animals must remain on a 6-foot (1.8 meter) leash at all times.
Pets and emotional support animals are not allowed on trails, but service animals are welcome. Service animals must remain on a 6-foot (1.8 meter) leash at all times.