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Mojave National Preserve |
Description:
Mojave National Preserve was created in October, 1994 when Congress passed the California Desert Protection Act. Congress acted to protect one of the most diverse desert environments in the world. The area ranges from creosote bush dominated flats in low areas to pinyon pine and juniper woodlands in higher elevations. Everywhere there are surprises. Sand dunes, volcanic cinder cones, Joshua tree forests, vast vistas and mile-high mountains help define this amazing area within the Mojave Desert.
With 1.6 million acres of desert, there is a lot to learn about in this lovely and isolated corner of California. Scroll down this page for basic information, or visit our expanded website to learn about recreation opportunities, desert ecology and much more.
Designations:
national preserve (October 31, 1994)
Getting Around:
Routes ranging from paved 2 lane highways to rugged 4-wheel tracks are abundant. Especially popular is the historic Mojave Road.
Activites:
Auto_Touring | Biking | Camping | Climbing | Educational Programs | Hiking | Horseback Riding | Hunting | Wilderness Area | Wildlife Viewing | Backpacking | Nature Walks | Stargazing | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Picnic Areas | Comfort Stations | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Directions to Mojave National Preserve
Plane:
The nearest airports are in Ontario, CA (140 miles from the western boundary of the Preserve) and Las Vegas, NV (60 miles from the eastern boundary of the Preserve).
Car:
The Preserve is easily reached via I-15 or I-40 east of Barstow, CA, and west of Needles, CA and Las Vegas, NV. There are six freeway exits that provide visitor access.
Attractions:
Providence Mtns. State Recreation Area, incl. Mitchell Caverns Natural Pres
Phone:760-928-2586
Nearby Parks:
Death Valley National Park
Joshua Tree National Park
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
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Contact Information for Mojave National Preserve
222 E. Main St., Suite 202
Barstow, CA
92311
Phone: (760)255-8800
Fax: 760-255-8809
Located in Southern California; heaquarters in Barstow, CA
For more information on Mojave National Preserve
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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