Monday, July 30, 2018

JTNP - Lost Horse Valley Area - Petroglyphs 1

Although this post is about a small and obscure petroglyph site, most of the photos relate to the scenery instead. 

The general area is called Lost Horse Valley. I'll pipe down now, hope you enjoy the rest of the photos.













It's not much of a petroglyph panel, but I love it just the same.





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  1. Alex J. CavanaughJuly 30, 2018 at 4:19 AM

    Some interesting looking trees in that area.

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    1. Pat TillettJuly 30, 2018 at 8:02 PM

      I agree Alex. How they got their name is pretty interesting also.
      Legend has it that some Mormon settlers were crossing the Mojave desert way back in the day, When they first saw these trees. Somebody remarked that they reminded him of a biblical story in which Joshua raised his arms to heaven and prayed.

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  2. TomJuly 30, 2018 at 5:05 AM

    ...the rocks look like BIG muffins! Neat area.

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  3. Elizabeth Varadan, AuthorJuly 30, 2018 at 8:12 AM

    I imagine those rocks with petroglyphs were like early, early art museums for people of the time. Lovely photography.

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    1. Pat TillettJuly 30, 2018 at 8:06 PM

      Thanks Elizabeth! Your guess is just as good as any other. Nobody really completely knows.

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  4. CloudiaJuly 30, 2018 at 9:41 AM

    So magical. Thanks!

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  5. Author R. Mac WheelerJuly 30, 2018 at 10:12 AM

    I couldn't keep it out of my thoughts ... scrotum rocks.

    Just saying.

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    1. Pat TillettJuly 30, 2018 at 8:09 PM

      HA! That's funny Mac..
      First time I've heard that one.

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  6. Brian's Home BlogJuly 30, 2018 at 10:15 AM

    Those are so big and so amazing too!

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    1. Pat TillettJuly 30, 2018 at 8:10 PM

      I agree Brian. These are the kind of scenes that make JT my favorite national park.

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  7. Betsy Banks AdamsJuly 30, 2018 at 11:51 AM

    Awesome area ---and perfect for a photographer.... I love all of those interesting rock formations... One looked like a great big heart....

    Hugs,
    Betsy

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    1. Pat TillettJuly 30, 2018 at 8:12 PM

      I saw the heart also Betsy. There is so much to see (and photograph) here. I certainly don't consider myself a photographer, but I can't even imagine how many photos I've taken in JT.

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  8. AlJuly 30, 2018 at 4:31 PM

    Such a pretty place - I love those mushroom rocks.

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  9. William KendallJuly 30, 2018 at 4:42 PM

    A spectacular landscape!

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  10. Sallie (FullTime-Life)July 31, 2018 at 5:38 PM

    I love JT -- I miss the high desert (although chances are rather small that I'd ever again be able to hike far enough to see this particular part of it). The shadow of the Joshua Tree on the boulder in picture 1 is perfect -- and any petroglyph is a small miracle. Thanks for letting us enjoy the beautiful hike virtually.

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 6, 2018 at 11:54 PM

      You are welcome, and thanks right back at you for being here.
      You have some wonderful high desert up there in Oregon. I hope to be able to spend some time there sometime.

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  11. Should Fish MoreAugust 1, 2018 at 7:23 AM

    Where is this Pat? Near Joshua Tree? I apparently missed a lot on my visit there a few years ago. Hope you're well.

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 6, 2018 at 11:55 PM

      Hi Mike! It is actually in the park, and you were probably pretty close to it at some point. I am doing well, and hope you are also.

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  12. BillAugust 1, 2018 at 2:46 PM

    What a grand site. I love those big rocks, they are definitely amazing to see.

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 6, 2018 at 11:56 PM

      I agree Bill. I've been there more times than I can remember, and am always amazed by what I see.

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  13. JeannaAugust 4, 2018 at 9:53 AM

    This is such unique scenery and I loved the post you did with ol' Spare Parts. I haven't heard about fires ever getting to Joshua Tree and wonder what it could even burn. The rock shapes really kick start the imagination.

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 6, 2018 at 11:58 PM

      Hi Jeanna! Thanks, I had a great time on that hike.
      Joshua Trees do burn, and there has been some pretty large fires there in the past.

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  14. Anthony J. LangfordAugust 5, 2018 at 5:26 AM

    Well done Pat - in finding that. Very cool. And great shots again. Many of those shots, especially the first ones remind me of many an old Cowboy and Indian film, or 50s sci-fi. Must be those trees. That first one looks like a movie set. Really cool shot.

    Thanks for sharing your passion.

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 7, 2018 at 12:04 AM

      Thanks Anthony! Oh yeah, there have been a ton of movies and videos filmed out there. Sharing this stuff is my pleasure. Thanks for hanging around all these years.

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  15. Lucy Corrander Now in Halifax!August 6, 2018 at 3:04 AM

    As ever, wonderful landscape and wonderful photographs of it.
    Mentioned your blog on today's post on Loose and Leafy - tinyurl.com/y8t5xxzf
    Hope that's ok. Can change it if not.
    Lucy

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 7, 2018 at 12:17 AM

      Thanks so much Lucy!
      Also, thanks for the mention on your post today. I just read it, and now I'm going to go back and comment. Hope you have a great week.

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  16. Lady FiAugust 7, 2018 at 10:27 PM

    Wow -- such amazing and beautiful scenery (and shots)!

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 8, 2018 at 9:33 PM

      Thanks so much Fiona! It is a beautiful place.

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  17. eileeninmdAugust 8, 2018 at 4:07 AM

    Hello, I have never been to Joshua Park, it looks beautiful. I love the rock formations and the plants. Beautiful skies. Great sighting of the petroglyphs. Enjoy your day!

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 8, 2018 at 9:33 PM

      Thanks Eileen! I also love all of those things.

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  18. ShammickiteAugust 8, 2018 at 5:32 AM

    Those big rocks look a bit like misshapen bread rolls! And I wonder what happened to the horse after he got lost in Lost Horse valley. Very unhospitable country for a horse I should think!

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 8, 2018 at 9:35 PM

      Well it seems the horse wasn't really lost. It was stolen. It's a pretty interesting story. I'll do a post on it sometime.

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    2. ShammickiteAugust 10, 2018 at 9:19 AM

      Yes. please do. I would love to hear it (I mean read it obviously!!!).

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    3. Pat TillettAugust 10, 2018 at 6:04 PM

      And so you shall!
      I try to get it done soon.

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  19. MarleenAugust 8, 2018 at 7:35 AM

    Those rocks are an impressive sight, Pat. Very nicely photographed!

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  20. mshatchAugust 8, 2018 at 9:16 AM

    Thank you for your comments on my blog. I appreciate your thoughtfulness.

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  21. Pat TillettAugust 8, 2018 at 9:35 PM

    Thanks so much Marleen!

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  22. DEZMONDAugust 10, 2018 at 11:04 AM

    You made the desert look inviting with your photos, Pat

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 10, 2018 at 6:05 PM

      Thanks DEZ! I hope they are inviting enough to have you visit them someday. Not during summer...

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  23. IrmaAugust 11, 2018 at 12:27 AM

    Those rocks are impressive.
    Very nicely photographed!
    Best regards, Irma

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  24. Spare Parts and PicsAugust 11, 2018 at 1:26 PM

    Hi Pat. Great photos and a cool petroglyph panel. I'm certain I would have hiked right past it and missed it altogether! Looks like some really interesting rock formations in this area.

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  25. Rawknrobyn.blogspot.comAugust 11, 2018 at 9:34 PM

    It looks like the set of a Western movie.
    I like how you mixed in black and white photos with the colored shots - nice touch.

    Stay well, Pat. I always enjoy my visits here.

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 13, 2018 at 7:19 PM

      Thanks Robyn! I enjoy your visits also. It seems like some scenes scream out to be photographed in black and white.

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  26. IdaAugust 12, 2018 at 12:11 PM

    What a cool place. Some of the rock formations remind me of Aliens from outer space. Great scenery here for sure.

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 13, 2018 at 7:20 PM

      It sure is Ida! You wouldn't believe how many rock formations there are there.

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  27. NatureFootstepAugust 13, 2018 at 2:46 PM

    those rocks looks very "friendly" like a loving amily careing for each other :)

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 13, 2018 at 7:21 PM

      They seem friendly to me. Most of them anyway...

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  28. AngieAugust 13, 2018 at 8:54 PM

    Those large rocks make me think of a giant's teeth - in desperate need of some dental work! Fabulous shots of a gripping landscape.

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 14, 2018 at 12:38 AM

      Thanks Angie! Some of them do look like giant teeth. Some like people, some like animals, and some look like everything else.

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  29. PerthDailyPhotoAugust 14, 2018 at 7:23 AM

    Oh my gosh Pat! What an incroyable series of images, j'adore! The rock 'sculptures' are too amazing and you have found all the very best angles to show them. This is a pretty fabulous piece of work you have shared with us, merci beaucoup ✨

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 14, 2018 at 8:33 PM

      Thanks so much Grace! I truly appreciate the nice words. The rocks really are amazing in this area. The sky on the other hand, can be brutal at times.

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  30. likeschocolateAugust 15, 2018 at 9:18 PM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous, photos Patrick!

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 19, 2018 at 12:15 PM

      Thanks Kelleyn! I really appreciate that you took the time to read and comment on my post.

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  31. RonAugust 16, 2018 at 5:39 AM

    Pat, these photographs are FANTASTIC! I LOVE those trees (or perhaps they are catus?) The rock formations are stunning. I especially love the black and whites because of the shadowy contrasts. And the fifth image down is incredible. I love the angle.

    Once again, I thank you for sharing the beauty of where you live.

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 19, 2018 at 12:20 PM

      Thank you Ron! Joshua Trees are a type of Yucca (many people think Yucca is a cactus of some type). For the fifth image I had to lay on my back between those two rocks.

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  32. Bob BushellAugust 24, 2018 at 12:15 AM

    What a stone, wonderful.

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    1. Pat TillettAugust 30, 2018 at 11:02 PM

      I agree Bob! Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate it.

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