Black Eagle Mine Road
Joshua Tree National Park
About This Video
Black Eagle Mine Road is one of the most scenic and rugged 4x4 trails in Joshua Tree National Park. This historic mining route takes drivers deep into the eastern part of the park, offering stunning desert views, remnants of old mining operations, and access to sites like the Storm Jade Mine. In this short video by DesertUSA, you'll see what it's like to tackle this challenging terrain and explore a less-traveled part of the California desert. The road is best suited for high-clearance, four-wheel-drive vehicles and provides a thrilling experience for off-roaders, geology enthusiasts, and fans of desert history.
Articles on:
- Black Eagle Mine Road
- Day Trippin' to Barry Storm's Jade Mine
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Barry Storm's Lost Jade Mine - DesertUSA researches Barry Storm, the author of Trail of the Lost Dutchman, first published in 1939. In 1957 he came out to California and was wandering around in the desert near Joshua Tree National Park. He chipped off the corner of a rock and discovered it was jade. Thinking he'd found the source of the ancient Mayan's jade, Storm mined and lived in that area for the rest of his life. Join us on our road trip to see Barry Storm's Jade Mine.
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