Chesler Park Loop and Joint Trail

This trail provides many great panoramas of the Needles formations. The Joint Trail winds through deep, narrow fractures in the rock. • Roundtrip Distance: 10.7 mi (17.2 km) • Time: 5-7 hrs • Overall Elevation Change: 615 ft (187 m) Cumulative elevation gain on this route is much greater. • Difficulty: Strenuous • Hike Description: This trail provides many great panoramas of the Needles formations. The Joint Trail winds through deep, narrow fractures in the rock. • Bring: Water (1 L per person, per hour), snacks, sturdy footwear, headlamp, map, and be prepared for, sun, rain, heat, or cold. • Accessibility: This trail can be rough, uneven, and requires walking up and down stone steps. It is not accessible to wheelchairs. In winter, there may be snow or icy conditions; we recommend traction devices for hikers. • Dogs are not allowed on this trail. Service animals are allowed in national parks. What is a service animal?