Mojave Desert National Preserve

National preserve Barstow, California, United States
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What to expect

Mojave National Preserve is a US National Preserve located in the Mojave Desert of San Bernardino County, California. The preserve spans 1,542,776 acres and surrounds Providence Mountains State Recreation Area and Mitchell Caverns Natural Preserve. It features natural wonders such as the Kelso Dunes, the Marl Mountains, and the Cima Dome, as well as volcanic formations like Hole-in-the-Wall and the Cinder Cone Lava Beds. The preserve is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including the largest and densest Joshua tree forest in the world. Visitors can explore the preserve's unique landscapes and experience the beauty of the Mojave Desert. The preserve offers camping options, including developed campgrounds and primitive backcountry sites, and promotes understanding and appreciation for the increasingly threatened resources of the Mojave Desert

Plan your family visit to the Mojave Desert National Preserve with these blog insights 👇

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Southwest USA in a motorhome with children – From greenhorn to pro in 15 stages

Southwest USA in a motorhome with children – From greenhorn to pro in 15 stages
This family's experience:

Activities: We traveled through the Mojave Desert National Reserve. The roads were in poor condition

Highlights: We learned that the Mojave Desert National Reserve is best explored on foot. There are some rough roads, so it is better to walk around ✨