All Locations > California > Joshua Tree NP > Interstate 10 Crags

Hayfield Exit Rock Climbing

Climbing Area Map

Routes in Hayfield Exit

	Black Wiener, The T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Craig T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b

Order Wrong? Sort Routes

Explore this area in 3D

Use onX Backcountry to explore the terrain in 3D, view recent satellite imagery, and more. Now available in onX Backcountry Mobile apps! For more information see this post.

GPS:	33.66038, -115.63433 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
Page Views:	3,782 total · 22/month
Shared By:	Todd Gordon on May 29, 2010 · Updates
Admins:	Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes Page Updates (admin only)

See Weather Forecast

Access Issue: Climbing Regulations/Seasonal Raptor Closures Details

The Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent's Compendium states that:
1. Vegetation is not allowed to be used as an anchor.
2. Only neutral or rock colored bolt hangers are allowed.

For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit:
nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…

Description

This climbing area is visible as you look south from interstate 10 as you head east from the low desert (Palm Springs/Indio) towards Phoenix. The approach road to the crags may be sandy, and a 4WD drive may be advisable. There are a handful of climbs that have been established in this area. Of the two areas (Hayfield and Eagle Mountain), Hayfield has the most climbable rock by far.

Getting There

Get off at the Hayfield exit, and parallel the freeway along a dirt road that has some powerlines or telephone poles for a mile or so as you travel east.. When you can see the crags, head south in a sandy wash; here is where the 4 wheel drive section might be. Drive directly up to the largest crags and park.