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Cary’s Castle: Joshua Tree’s Hidden Desert Shelter

Cary’s Castle: Joshua Tree’s Hidden Desert Shelter

Cary’s Castle: Joshua Tree’s Hidden Desert Shelter

Explore Cary's Castle, a hidden desert shelter in Joshua Tree National Park. Discover its unique architecture, history, and artifacts. A challenging hike with rewarding views, but check trail conditions first!

Petroglyphs at Signal Hill

Petroglyphs at Signal Hill

The designs, which were created by pecking into the desert varnish coating the rocks on the hills, feature depictions of people, animals including bighorn sheep, snakes, and lizards as well as many geometric symbols such as segmented circles and spirals.