Ryan Mountain

Ryan Mountain is a 5,456 feet (1,663 m) high mountain in Joshua Tree National Park. The trail to the peak is a strenuous hike, but popular attraction of the park, because it leads to panoramic views of Lost Horse Valley, Queen Valley, and Pleasant Valley.[1] It is one of the locations in Joshua Tree that features abundant lichen populations.[2] It is named after J.D. Ryan, a wealthy rancher and early mining operator in the park.[3]

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Coordinates: 33°59′10″N 116°08′05″W / 33.98611°N 116.13472°W / 33.98611; -116.13472

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