I-Go-Go-E stands as a focused test of skill in the Lost Horse Area of Joshua Tree National Park, offering a brief yet engaging trad climb for those looking to blend technique with desert grit. This 50-foot route ascends along the right side of a commanding giant chockstone boulder, where climbers must engage in a snug squeeze through a pinch gap to secure their position atop this hefty block. From here, the journey continues along a right-slanting dyke—natural handholds and a judiciously placed fixed pin guide your way, accompanied by two steadfast bolts that punctuate the climb’s rhythm. The rock’s texture provides solid friction typical of Joshua Tree’s rugged granite, demanding attention to footwork and gear placement alike. A finishing crack, shared with nearby climbs in The Dungeon, offers an optional top-out route requiring medium cam protection to ensure a safe summit. The feeling of ascending a sentinel boulder in the stark desert environment is heightened by wide-open views and the distinct, dry warmth unique to Joshua Tree. I-Go-Go-E is perfect for climbers who appreciate a short, focused pitch with trad elements that test gear skills and mental poise under sunlit skies. Arriving early in the day is advised to avoid excessive heat, and the solid anchors await your descent via bolted rap rings. This climb’s modest star rating belies the quality of movement and desert character you’ll encounter, making it a worthy brief stop in a vast climbing landscape.