Boy Scout Trail Award

Sponsoring Council

Orange County

Award Dimensions

5'' Diameter

Summary

Through-trek the Boy Scout Trail in Joshua Tree National Park from Indian Cove (2,840 feet) to Keys West (4,040 feet), approximately 8 miles, camping for one night just past the halfway point and camping west of the trail.

Map Link (where applicable)

https://bit.ly/3psaCZr

External Reference (where applicable)

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/joshua-tree-boy-scout-trail

Detailed Requirements

BOY SCOUT TRAIL

This award was developed and sponsored by Troop 1210 (Foothills Church), Rancho Santa Margarita, California.

Requirements:

1. Through-trek the Boy Scout Trail in Joshua Tree National Park from Indian Cove (2,840 feet) to Keys West (4,040 feet), approximately 8 miles, camping for one night just past the halfway point and camping west of the trail.

2. This trek requires a car shuttle, and a support crew may carry in extra water from Keys West.

References:

1. Furbush, P: On Foot in Joshua Tree National Park, Fifth Edition. M.I. Adventure Publications, Moose, WY, January, 2005.