Barker Dam Road in Joshua Tree National Park

Barker Dam Road

Barker Dam Road meets Park Boulevard near the aptly named Intersection Rock.

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Barker Dam Road Details

Barker Dam Road meets Park Boulevard near the aptly named Intersection Rock. The road provides access to the Hidden Valley Campground as well as Keys Ranch, Barker Dam, and the Barker Dam Nature Trail.

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Nearby Parks Around Barker Dam Road

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Barker Dam Road

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0.1 mi away

Intersection Rock

This giant, domelike slab of stone rising about 85 feet from the desert is one of the most popular climbing spots in the park.

0.3 mi away

Hidden Valley Campground

Hidden Valley Campground has 44 dirt-pad sites, able to accommodate tents and RVs.

0.3 mi away

Hidden Valley Nature Trail

It's a short hike from the trailhead at the Hidden Valley Picnic Area on the Hidden Valley Nature Trail.

0.4 mi away

Hidden Valley Picnic Area

The Hidden Valley Picnic Area is just off Park Boulevard near the intersection with Barker Dam Road.

1.1 mi away

Lost Horse Area

There are multiple climbing spots in the Lost Horse area of Joshua Tree National Park.