Ryan Mountain
Ryan Mountain is the second-highest peak in Joshua Tree at 5,461 feet, located roughly in the center of the park.
Plan Around Ryan Mountain
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Ryan Mountain Details
Ryan Mountain is the second-highest peak in Joshua Tree at 5,461 feet, located roughly in the center of the park. Atop the peak, visitors can expect panoramic views of Lost Horse Valley, Queen Valley, and Pleasant Valley, as well as the Wonderland of Rocks. There's a 3-mile roundtrip dirt trail that climbs 1,075 feet to the summit, with numerous stone steps.
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Nearby Parks Around Ryan Mountain
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Ryan Mountain
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1.0 mi away
California Riding and Hiking Trail
The California Hiking and Riding Trail stretches for 35 miles in Joshua Tree, passing through pinyon/juniper forests, Joshua tree forests, and creosote-covered lowlands.
1.2 mi away
Ryan Mountain Trail
It's all about the views on the out-and-back hike to the crest of Ryan Mountain, roughly at the center of the national park.
1.2 mi away
Ryan Campground
Ryan Campground has 31 sites, with about half large enough for RVs.
1.2 mi away
Hall of Horrors
Hall of Horrors is the colorful name given to one of Joshua Tree's most popular climbing areas.
1.3 mi away
Sheep Pass Group Campground
The six sites at Sheep Pass Group Campground are tent-only.
