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Corral Wall Rock Climbing
| Elevation: | 3,221 ft | 982 m |
| GPS: |
34.08372, -116.14223 Google Map · Climbing Area Map |
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| Page Views: | 47,973 total · 169/month | |
| Shared By: | C Miller on Apr 15, 2003 | |
| Admins: | Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes, Salamanizer Ski |
Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures Details
Details
1. Vegetation is not allowed to be used as an anchor.
2. Only neutral or rock-colored bolt hangers are allowed. A permit is required to replace or add new bolts: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…
Seasonal Closures:
The presence of a nesting owl in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes, "Right On," "Orange Flake," "Kid Caligula," requires closure until the nest has been abandoned to ensure the protection of the species for the duration of the nesting activities. This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned.
The presence of a prairie falcon nesting in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes requires closure of "Fat Freddie’s Cat,” “Freak Brothers Dome,” “The Weenie,” “Pea Brain,” and “The Red Obelisk." This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned
For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…
Description
A long, south-facing sheltered wall with 40+ routes, mostly moderates, that's a good choice on those cold windy days all too common at Joshua Tree.
Due to the many routes here the area has been broken into multiple areas which will hopefully help in locating the climbs more easily.
One drawback to this area is it's popularity and density of climbs which pretty much assures a crowd on weekends. That said, a visit mid-week may find you in solitude.
Getting There
Drive east past the Feudal Wall/Short Wall and park in the signed Rattlesnake Canyon Picnic Area.
Walk east from the parking area to join a large wash (Rattlesnake Canyon drainage) which is followed south (right) for about a 1/4 mile to a distinct right bend in the wash.
The trail to the Corral Wall continues straight ahead (west) up and over a rocky notch to the Corral Wall which is hidden from view on the approach.
- Plan on 10-15 minutes to approach if all goes well.
- Heading left (south) and up slabs, along beautiful, deeply carved pools, instead of continuing straight to the rocky notch will lead further up Rattlesnake Canyon and access Rattlesnake Buttress, The Pyramid and the outer reaches of the northern Wonderland.
Classic Climbing Routes at Corral Wall
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