What to See and Do
Hiking and Biking
Teutonia Peak Trail
This popular trail provides stunning views and offers a fantastic exercise opportunity.
Length: 3.2 miles
Intensity: Moderate
SARA Crack Trail
Although this is one of the most popular hiking options in the area, hikers can still enjoy some quiet, and the trail provides incredible views of the scenery.
Length: 3.4 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Rock Spring Loop
This scenic trail provides lovely views and is a great way to spot wildlife or take photographs.
Length: 1.4 miles
Intensity: Easy
Grapevine Canyon Trail
Located in the nearby Spirit Mountain Wilderness, this trail is a fantastic way to spot wild animals.
Length: 3.3 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Barber Peak Loop Trail
A great way to view the area’s landscape and stunning rock formations, this trail offers some steeper climbs for more experienced hikers.
Length: 5.6 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Fishing and Boating
The Marble Mountain Rock Collecting Area is located in the Mojave Desert, so fishing and boating options are limited. However, the nearby Colorado River provides excellent bass, catfish, crappie, and bluegill fishing, and there are several boating and swimming options along the river.
Climbing
The nearby Mojave National Preserve offers some of the best rock climbing opportunities in the area. Clark Mountain, for example, has 85 sport, alpine, and bouldering options. There are five traditional climbs in the area's Granite Mountains, and the section known as the Lava Tube features three top rope climbs.
Wildlife Viewing
The Marble Mountain Rock Collecting Area is remote enough that wildlife is abundant, but the Mojave National Preserve is also a fantastic option for viewing wild animals. Common species in the area include rabbits, roadrunners, quails, hawks, wrens, bighorn sheep, mule deer, snakes, and lizards. Lucky travelers might also spot a mountain lion, bobcat, coyote, or desert tortoise.
Picnicking
The nearby Special Activities and Recreation Area Park, more commonly called SARA Park, is a great option for picnicking. The area offers picnic tables and various hiking trails. Another good picnic location is the Providence Mountains State Recreation Area, which features picnic tables and beautiful scenery.