The Mitchell Caverns in Providence State Park are one of the only show caves in Southern California. They finally reopened after being closed for over five years, and if you haven’t explored them, do it now. The caves are only accessible via a guided tour that happens two days a week and is hard to […]
Mojave National Preserve
Kelso Depot: Mojave’s Historical Information Center
In the remote Mojave National Preserve, pretty much the only modern structure is the Kelso Depot. Located right in the middle of the park, it is a haven of information on the park itself and provides modern bathrooms for its many visitors. It used even to have a restaurant, but unfortunately, the cost of bringing […]
What to Do in the Mojave National Preserve: Hiking, Camping, Historical Spots
While not actually considered a national park, Mojave National Preserve is the third largest site ran by the National Park Service in the United States. Most people never get to experience how amazing it is, mainly because it’s so spread out, and few get to see all it has to offer. From camping and hiking […]
The Rings Trail in Mojave National Preserve
By far, one of the best trails in the Mojave National Preserve is the rings trail. This one and half mile trail packs a ton into only a short period and has quickly become one of the best short hikes I have been on. If you are in this part of the preserve, it is […]
Rock Springs Trail in Mojave National Preserve
Rock Springs is a short, historic trail in the Mojave National Preserve. This one-mile loop trail is located about 11 miles down Cedar Canyon Road (the dirt road through the center of the park). When we were there, the road was in excellent condition for a 2WD car. I can’t imagine that is always the […]