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Solar Array Rock Climbing

Climbing Area Map

Routes in Solar Array

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	Glowing Orb T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Sunburst T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Sunshine of your Love T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Unknown T 5.10a 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a

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Elevation:	4,021 ft	1,226 m
GPS:	34.04048, -116.18987 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	Gunkswest on Mar 15, 2026
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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 sunny clump of rocks is close to the road and has a handful of short routes. The routes are relatively sheltered from a north or west wind, so these climbs could be a choice on a cold, windy day. The approach is short and the area below the climbs is relatively kid friendly.

Getting There

Park in the paved pullout that is just west of the Willow Hole/Boy Scout Trail parking area. From the paved pullout on the north side of Park Boulevard, walk about 100 yards ENE across flat desert to the boulder array. The clump is diagonally across the road from the Erotic Dome formation.