Exploring the Colorful Wonder of Salvation Mountain

Getting There

• Car

  From the Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center, head southeast on Park Blvd toward Quail Springs Rd. Continue on Park Blvd until you reach CA-62 E. Merge onto CA-62 E and follow it for approximately 12 miles. Take the exit onto CA-177 S toward Desert Hot Springs/Niland. After about 17 miles, turn left onto Niland's main road, which is Beal Rd. Continue on Beal Rd for about 3 miles. Salvation Mountain will be on your left at 603 Beal Rd, Niland, CA 92257. There is no entry fee to visit Salvation Mountain.

• Public Transportation

  While public transportation options are limited, you can take a bus from Joshua Tree to nearby towns like Indio or Brawley. From the Joshua Tree area, take the Route 1 bus to Palm Springs, then transfer to the Route 21 bus, which takes you to Niland. Once in Niland, you can either walk (approximately 2 miles) or use a rideshare service to reach Salvation Mountain at 603 Beal Rd. Note that public transport schedules may vary, and it's advisable to check the latest schedules online before your trip.

• Rideshare

  If you prefer a more direct route and are using a rideshare app (like Uber or Lyft), simply input the destination as '603 Beal Rd, Niland, CA 92257.' Depending on your pickup location in Joshua Tree National Park, the ride may take approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Please be aware that rideshare services may not be readily available in more remote areas, so ensure you have a stable internet connection for requests.