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The Dark Castle Climbing

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GPS:	34.032, -116.04224 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	Blitzo on Dec 11, 2007
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Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures Details

The Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent's Compendium states that:
1. Vegetation is not allowed to be used as an anchor.
2. Only neutral or rock colored bolt hangers are allowed.

For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit:
nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…

Description

This formation sits on the hillside below The Oz Towers and between The Valley of Voices and The Poppy Field Boulders. This crag is easily seen from the main wash.

Getting There

From the exibit parking, walk up the wash for about 20 minutes and The Dark Castle will be seen on the hillside to the left. Either approach directly from the wash or go up the Poppie Field drainage and head up and left from The Poppy Field Boulders.