Rattlesnake Canyon in Joshua Tree [May 5, 2016]

Advertisement: The trail begins immediately with a fun scramble up into the canyon alongside dry waterfalls. It flattens out and continues until the hiker decides to turn back. Extensions into the Wonderland of Rocks is possible.


Looking down Rattlesnake Canyon

Getting some assistance scrambling down


More photographs.


Difficulty: 2 miles, 500 ft of elevation gain. A lot of class 3 scrambling that can be somewhat involved but not difficult.


Preparation: None. Bring lots of water. Watch out for rattlesnakes.


Summary:  A really fun and short hike. It's possible to continue into the Wonderland of Rocks. 4/5

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