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Mars Rock Climbing

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Routes in Mars

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	Forrest Mars TR 5.8+ 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Mariner TR 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a
	Mars Bar TR 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	Mars Inc. TR 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Milky Way TR 5.9- 5c 17 VI 16 HVS 4c
	My Favorite Martian T 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
	Opportunity T,TR 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
	Pathfinder TR 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	Perseverance TR 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	Viking TR 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a

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Elevation:	4,235 ft	1,291 m
GPS:	34.02707, -116.15345 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures Details 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. 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

This small formation sits in front of the southwest face of the Little Hunk. The formation is to the left (NW) of Abstract Roller Disco and in front of the section of cliff with Trespassers, et al. The formation creates the canyon that is between the old road/approach trail and the cliff that Trespassers is located on.

The formation has two general aspects - a sunny side that is generally warm and sheltered in the winter (this aspect faces the trail/old road), and a shady side that is smaller and broken (this faces toward Trespassers).

The sunny side can be reached from the Echo Tee Parking Area in about 7-10 minutes of flat walking.

The formation name is in keeping with the candy bar theme of this portion of Joshua Tree (Hunk, Mounds, Snickers, etc.).

Getting There

From the east (right) end of the Echo Tee Parking Area, walk along the clearly delineated trail/old road past the right (east) end of Echo Rock (passing Swept Away). Continue following the trail/old road across the next valley for roughly 300 yards. The first small cliff on your right before you reach the large, south face of Little Hunk is Mars.