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Joshua Tree National Park

Lost Horse Loop

Hiking and Horseback

The information sign at the beginning of the trail
From 1894-1931, Lost Horse Mine produced over 10,000 ounces of gold and 16,000 ounces of silver. Photo: NPS / Robb Hannawacker
Length about 8.4 miles as mapped by NPS
Surface Native
Open to Hiking and Horseback
High point about 5,130 ft
Low point about 4,370 ft
Difficulty Difficult

Lost Horse Loop is a trail in Joshua Tree National Park.

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Facts on this page draw on the National Park Service: Hike Lost Horse Mine (nps.gov)

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