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Murtle the Turtle, Joshua Tree

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#15 of 17 in Things to do in Joshua Tree
Monument · Hidden Gem · Landmark
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  • By Perkadventures
    Used address and found that part of the parking lot was bloced and you had to go around to park. this is one big turtle or desert tortoise. Supposed to be the worlds largest and it is "BIG" Just...  more »
  • By JesseJrAguilera
    On our way to AZ we came across Murtle The Turtle. Heard so many good things about this amazing statue  more »
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  • By Allen Kendall
    JTS landmark millions have posed for photos here from all around the globe.
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