Rattlesnake Canyon
Worth exploring in its own right, the narrow, granite Rattlesnake Canyon offers quick access to the Wonderland of Rocks.
Plan Around Rattlesnake Canyon
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Rattlesnake Canyon Details
Worth exploring in its own right, the narrow, granite Rattlesnake Canyon offers quick access to the Wonderland of Rocks. The 1.2-mile long canyon is right next to Indian Cove Campground, and visitors can scramble/hike the length of it to where it becomes blocked by large boulders.
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Nearby Parks Around Rattlesnake Canyon
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Rattlesnake Canyon
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0.9 mi away
Indian Cove Picnic Area
The Indian Cove picnic area is located on the east side of Indian Cove Campground.
1.5 mi away
Indian Cove Nature Trail
On the west side of Indian Cove Campground, the .6-mile loop Indian Cove Nature Trail highlights the plants, animals, and former Native American residents of the area.
2.3 mi away
Keys Desert Queen Ranch
The home base for William F. Keys and his family, the Keys Desert Queen Ranch is today listed as a National Historic Register Site.
2.5 mi away
Boy Scout Hiking and Equestrian Trail
This moderately strenuous trail skirts through the westernmost edge of the Wonderland of Rocks, climbing through steep mountains and rocky canyons.
2.5 mi away
Boy Scout Trail (Joshua Tree)
This moderately strenuous trail skirts through the westernmost edge of the Wonderland of Rocks, climbing through steep mountains and rocky canyons.
