
Mojave National Preserve
The Mojave National Preserve (2701 Barstow Rd, Barstow, CA 92311) covers 1.6 million acres of Mojave Desert between I-15 and I-40, about 60 miles northeast of Apple Valley. The preserve protects the world's largest Joshua tree forest, volcanic cinder cones at Amboy Crater, and the towering Kelso Dunes — one of the largest dune systems in the western United States. Group visits are popular for school science trips, photography tours, and nature retreats.
The Kelso Depot Visitor Center is temporarily closed for rehabilitation, but its outdoor area remains open and lists bus/RV parking, so groups should plan around the closure before arrival. Confirm road conditions and seasonal closures with the NPS before your visit. Address: 2701 Barstow Rd, Barstow, CA 92311 Phone: (760) 252-6100



















