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Bagdad Chase Historic Ruins
Crumbling foundations and mine tailings mark the site of a once-thriving railroad town that served miners and travelers…
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Overlanding Trails in California
Trails curated for overlanders in California.
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Castle Peaks National Natural Landmark
Dramatic volcanic spires rising from the Mojave Desert floor, offering spectacular views and challenging scrambles for adventurous overlanders.
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Caruthers Canyon Rock Art Site
Ancient petroglyphs carved into dark volcanic boulders by Native Americans, hidden in a remote canyon accessible via the…
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Soda Dry Lake Playa
Massive alkali flat where land speed records were set and the desert floor stretches unbroken to distant mountain…
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Afton Canyon Natural Area
The 'Grand Canyon of the Mojave' where the Mojave River cuts through colorful cliffs and ancient volcanic rock.
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Kelso Dunes Wilderness Study Area
Towering golden sand dunes that sing when the sand cascades down their steep faces in the heart of…
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Vulcan Mine Road Petroglyphs
Native American rock art scattered along volcanic cliffs accessible via a rough desert track near Essex.
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Zzyzx Mineral Springs
Desert research station built around natural warm springs at the site of a former health resort with the…
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Kelso Sand Dunes
700-foot singing sand dunes that boom and whistle when you walk on them — the largest dune field…
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Mojave National Preserve Lava Tube
A 500-foot-long underground lava tube cave system formed by ancient volcanic activity, accessible via headlamp exploration.