Hall of Horrors in Joshua Tree National Park

Hall of Horrors

Hall of Horrors is the colorful name given to one of Joshua Tree's most popular climbing areas.

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Hall of Horrors Details

Hall of Horrors is the colorful name given to one of Joshua Tree's most popular climbing areas. Highlights include the North and South Horror Rocks, and the Saddle Rocks area is nearby as well. To get here, park at Ryan Campground and head for the prominent rock formations west of the parking lot.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Hall of Horrors

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0.6 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.

1.1 mi away

Keys View Road

This major spur road off Park Boulevard leads to the hugely popular Keys View Overlook.

1.2 mi away

Cap Rock

The easiest way to access Cap Rock -- thus named because a boulder sits on top of the huge rock formation like a cap -- is via Cap Rock Nature Trail.

1.2 mi away

Ryan Mountain

Ryan Mountain is the second-highest peak in Joshua Tree at 5,461 feet, located roughly in the center of the park.

1.2 mi away

Cap Rock Nature Trail

This easy, wheelchair-accessible path offers a great introduction to Joshua Tree's flora.