We explore the 1 mile loop trail to see Barker Dam.
"In the early 1900s, cattle ranching was a big industry in this area, so you’ll find remnants of dams and ranching activities along a handful of the trails in the park, including the short Barker Dam hike.
It helps brings the harsh desert environment to life, thinking about what it would have been like to have to survive in this area without any modern convenience, and it still serves a purpose today. The dam creates a rain-filled pool that attracts birds and desert-life to the area"~~ from an Explore the USA article on the history of Barker Dam
