The Mojave Desert is one of the few places on earth where you see the Joshua tree, which is actually a type of yucca. This park protects the few stands that have survived the area's encroaching development. The best time to visit is in spring when white blossoms appear.
Arthur B Ripley Desert Woodland State Park
The Deserts
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve
4.1 MILES
The golden poppy is California's state flower and in this park it's given centerstage, especially from mid-March through April when the hills are…
28.13 MILES
This port made history in 2003 with the launch of SpaceShipOne, the first privately funded human space flight, thus laying the groundwork for commercial…
29.01 MILES
Storied Edwards Air Force Base is a flight-test facility for the US Air Force, NASA and civilian aircraft, and a training school for test pilots with the …
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1. Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve
4.1 MILES
The golden poppy is California's state flower and in this park it's given centerstage, especially from mid-March through April when the hills are…
28.13 MILES
This port made history in 2003 with the launch of SpaceShipOne, the first privately funded human space flight, thus laying the groundwork for commercial…
29.01 MILES
Storied Edwards Air Force Base is a flight-test facility for the US Air Force, NASA and civilian aircraft, and a training school for test pilots with the …