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Towers of Uncertainty
California
> Joshua Tree NP
> Queen Valley Area
> Geology Tour Rd
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/…
Access Issue: Seasonal Raptor Closures
Details
The rock climbing area known as Towers of Uncertainty is closed to public use due to wildlife activity. The closure is usually in effect from March through June
Description
First area on the trip down Geology Tour Road. Look for pullout marker 3 on the right and park it.
Getting There
Head south 2.8 miles down Geology Tour Rd. and park at a turn out. Then walk west about .3 miles to a group of formations that make up Towers of Uncertainty.
Access Issues
This part of the park has been experiencing seasonal nesting closures. The usual duration for this restriction is from March 25 through June.
![Towers of Uncertainty.<br>
Photo by Blitzo.]()
[Hide Photo] Towers of Uncertainty. Photo by Blitzo.
![Gravity Rock on the left and Lava Dome represented by the smooth grey face on the right.]()
[Hide Photo] Gravity Rock on the left and Lava Dome represented by the smooth grey face on the right.
![A beautiful afternoon at The Towers.<br>
Photo by Blitzo.]()
[Hide Photo] A beautiful afternoon at The Towers. Photo by Blitzo.
![Evil looking rocks at the Towers of Uncertainty]()
[Hide Photo] Evil looking rocks at the Towers of Uncertainty
![Towers of Uncertainty from approach.<br>
Photo by Blitzo.]()
[Hide Photo] Towers of Uncertainty from approach. Photo by Blitzo.
![Towers of Uncertainty from near Lost Pencil.<br>
Photo by Blitzo.]()
[Hide Photo] Towers of Uncertainty from near Lost Pencil. Photo by Blitzo.
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