Is there cell phone reception at Boy Scout Trail Backcountry Sites — Joshua Tree National Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is poor.

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Boy Scout Trail Backcountry Sites in Joshua Tree National Park offer a camping experience surrounded by rocky terrain and desert landscapes. Temperatures can range from 35°F in winter to 100°F in summer, requiring preparation for varying conditions. Nearby attractions include the Joshua Tree Visitor Center and Hidden Valley Nature Trail, providing opportunities for exploration and learning about the area's unique environment.

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Boy Scout Trail Backcountry Sites — Joshua Tree National Park is located in California

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34.04169002344098 N
116.18575330275337 W

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T-Mobile
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2 hrs 24 min from Los Angeles
2 hrs 27 min from El Centro
2 hrs 39 min from San Diego
3 hrs 41 min from Lake Havasu City

Leslie R.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 31, 2018

Good backup option for when campgrounds are full

This backcountry camping is the easiest to get to from the West entrance. You can't just backcountry camp anywhere in Joshua Tree, because you must first register at one of the backcountry boards. This trailhead has one of the approximately dozen backcountry boards in the park. Rules for backcountry camping in Joshua Tree:

Register at a backcountry board and park your car in that parking lot
Hike in at least 1 mile from any roads
Set up camp at least 500 feet from any trails and water sources
Not fires permitted

Pros:

free
guaranteed camping during busy weekends

Cons:

No facilities along the trail (just the bathroom in the parking lot)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of Boy Scout Trail Backcountry Sites — Joshua Tree National Park?
Boy Scout Trail Backcountry Sites — Joshua Tree National Park is located at 4037 feet.
Does Boy Scout Trail Backcountry Sites — Joshua Tree National Park have wifi?
No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Boy Scout Trail Backcountry Sites — Joshua Tree National Park does not have wifi.
Is there cell phone reception at Boy Scout Trail Backcountry Sites — Joshua Tree National Park?
According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is poor.