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Embryo Area Bouldering

Climbing Area Map

Areas in Embryo Area

Blip Boulder 0 / 0 / 0 / 6 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 6

Embryo Boulder 0 / 0 / 0 / 5 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 5

Orkney Boulder 0 / 0 / 0 / 4 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 4

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Elevation:	3,917 ft	1,194 m
GPS:	34.08093, -116.24634 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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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

The Embryo Area is a collection of boulders on a rocky hillside just off the road and although none of the problems are classics a fun time can be had here, and often in solitude.

Getting There

Park in large dirt turnout 1.5 miles from the Entrance Station on the left (north) side of the road. Cross the road carefully and follow a good trail slightly uphill to the boulders. The distinctive shape of the Embryo Boulder can be a helpful landmark. The approach takes 5 minutes or less.