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Barker Dam Petroglyph Cave (Joshua Tree)
Petroglyphs and pictographs in a small cave along the Barker Dam Trail in Joshua Tree National Park.
Petroglyphs and pictographs in a small cave along the Barker Dam Trail in Joshua Tree National Park.
Joshua National Park features the unique Joshua Tree, many rock formations and over 30 short hiking trails. Most of the trails and viewpoints can be explored over 1-2 days.
The Barker Dam trail is a relatively short and easy loop hike that goes to the Barker Dam (Big Horn Dam), which was built in 1900 to provide water for cattle.
A popular hike in Joshua Tree National Park, this short trail visits two rock formations – Arch Rock and the distinctively shaped Heart Rock.
A very short hike in Joshua Tree National Park, the Cholla Cactus Garden trail is a short loop through a dense stand of the unusual teddybear cholla.
One of the most popular hikes in Joshua Tree National Park, Ryan Mountain delivers spectacular 360-degrees views. The steep trail is best hiked at sunrise or sunset!