At the IRS Wall in Joshua Tree National Park’s Lost Horse Area, Mr. Bunny's Refund Check offers a punchy trad climb packed into a crisp 60-foot pitch. The approach nudges you over scattered boulders, edging past the neighboring Mr. Bunny vs. Six Unknown Agents route until you find the crack that demands a mix of face climbing, liebacking, and technical jams. The rock here wears the marks of challenge — not towering, but with moves that push your skills within a concentrated stretch. After negotiating a tricky bouldery start over a scooped hole, the route opens to a finger-to-hand crack that beckons a thoughtful sequence of movement. The finish asks you to choose between continuing straight up a short easy crack or veering a few feet left onto the two bolts of H & R Block (5.6), where you can belay off the established anchors.

Though this climb delivers engaged, sharp trad moves, it’s important to note that its steep challenge-to-length ratio makes it feel denser than some of the nearby options. Folks looking for length and endurance may prefer the nearby Tax Man route, but for those craving a blast of technical climbing in a quick pitch, Mr. Bunny's Refund Check packs value. The protection is straightforward: gear up to 2.5 inches, including wires, with fixed bolts at the top for a secure anchor.

Joshua Tree’s characteristic granite asserts itself in each hold; rough texture keeps your feet planted and hands gripping, while desert winds ripple through the sparse vegetation below. The wall faces sun for much of the day, so an early start helps avoid overheating. The descent, which curls up and around the backside of the wall before reconnecting with the Tax Man anchors, is short but requires attention - scrambling over loose rock demands steady footing.

For climbers visiting the Lost Horse area, this route provides a sharp, concentrated taste of the trad climbing Joshua Tree is known for, combining technical sequences with a manageable approach and descent. Bring your mid-sized cams, a willingness to dabble in mixed moves, and your focus. The desert air, sprinkled with sage and juniper scents, reminds you that every hand jam on this granite is tied to the raw spirit of the high desert climbing realm.