Vacationing in the Mojave National Preserve makes a great family vacation. Not only will you see many wonders of nature, but also you will learn some history at the same time. With all of its spectacular beauty, you will want to take your time and fully enjoy it.
Remarkable and amazing geology is the norm for this area. You can enjoy volcanic cinder cones, sand dunes, and mesas. The plant and animal diversity here is spectacular. There are over two thousand different plant species here. Many animals and plants found here, can be seen nowhere else.
Although you will want to see everything, some spots certainly stand out as must-sees. The visitor center, Kelso Depot, was once a station for the Union Pacific Railroad. You will love its Old Spanish style. This center gives you a chance to learn about the areas of interest and to relax and take a break.
Other sites to see include the Kelso Dunes. Some of them are up to 700 feet high and can be seen by car. Be sure to see if you hear the singing some say they make when sand goes down their slopes. Also, check out the hole-in-the-wall. This is an amazing site of a volcanic formation. Another must see is the Joshua Tree Forest; there is no other place like it on earth.
Moving around the area can be done in several ways. Of course, there is always your vehicle. You can see many picturesque views this way. If, however, you want to get really close to nature, try some of the more personal means of transportation. These include: hiking, riding a 4 wheeler, mountain biking, and horseback riding.
A great place of interest, especially on a 4-wheel drive, is the Mojave Road. You will feel like you stepped back in time. You will go on trails once used by Indians, and then used as main roads for the army. The Teutonia Peak is an amazing place to hike. You will get a spectacular view of the Joshua Tree Forest. A special area has been designated as a wilderness. If you want to see part of this, it will be best to go on foot or by horseback.
Spending time vacationing in the Mojave National Preserve will be enjoyable for your whole family. If you take your time, you can see many of the top spots. Of course, the longer you stay, the more you can see.
Remarkable and amazing geology is the norm for this area. You can enjoy volcanic cinder cones, sand dunes, and mesas. The plant and animal diversity here is spectacular. There are over two thousand different plant species here. Many animals and plants found here, can be seen nowhere else.
Although you will want to see everything, some spots certainly stand out as must-sees. The visitor center, Kelso Depot, was once a station for the Union Pacific Railroad. You will love its Old Spanish style. This center gives you a chance to learn about the areas of interest and to relax and take a break.
Other sites to see include the Kelso Dunes. Some of them are up to 700 feet high and can be seen by car. Be sure to see if you hear the singing some say they make when sand goes down their slopes. Also, check out the hole-in-the-wall. This is an amazing site of a volcanic formation. Another must see is the Joshua Tree Forest; there is no other place like it on earth.
Moving around the area can be done in several ways. Of course, there is always your vehicle. You can see many picturesque views this way. If, however, you want to get really close to nature, try some of the more personal means of transportation. These include: hiking, riding a 4 wheeler, mountain biking, and horseback riding.
A great place of interest, especially on a 4-wheel drive, is the Mojave Road. You will feel like you stepped back in time. You will go on trails once used by Indians, and then used as main roads for the army. The Teutonia Peak is an amazing place to hike. You will get a spectacular view of the Joshua Tree Forest. A special area has been designated as a wilderness. If you want to see part of this, it will be best to go on foot or by horseback.
Spending time vacationing in the Mojave National Preserve will be enjoyable for your whole family. If you take your time, you can see many of the top spots. Of course, the longer you stay, the more you can see.
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