Desert Landscapes of Newberry Springs
Are you looking for places to enjoy pristine desert landscapes? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Browse through the articles below to find out where you can find such landscapes around Newberry Springs.
Afton Canyon
Often referred to as the “Grand Canyon of the Mojave”, Afton Canyon is a colorful, steep-walled canyon that was created by a massive flood nearly 18,000 years ago. Today, the Mojave River continues to carve the canyon ever deeper but […]
Amboy Crater
Combine this hike into the center of a volcanic cinder cone, along with a road trip over a desolate stretch of old Route 66 and you’ll enjoy a full day of desert exploring. If you like being far away from populated […]
Calico Mountains Dirt Road Adventure
The Calico Mountains near Barstow offer a treasure trove of hiking and opportunities for exploring back roads, along with unusual geologic formations and classic California mining history. Best known for the Calico Ghost Town, not many people are aware of […]
Mojave National Preserve
As Route 66 meanders through the Mojave Desert, it passes within an hour’s detour of two national parks: Joshua Tree and Death Valley. Another “almost” national park, the Mojave National Preserve, butts right up against Route 66 and is another […]
Mojave Trails National Monument
Designated in 2016, Mojave Trails National Monument is located inside the vast Mojave Desert, in San Bernardino County, California. Mojave Trails is a fairly new national monument, which was created along with two other nearby national monuments, Sand to Snow […]
Newberry Springs Driving Tour
This tour guide will take you on a driving route through a unique community in the heart of the Mojave Desert, known as Newberry Springs. What makes this community special are the many sights and attractions to see along this […]
Pisgah Crater
Pisgah Crater, sometimes referred to as Pisgah Volcano, is a small volcano known as a cinder cone that has been heavily mined for its unique materials. It also has the largest concentration of lava tubes (caves) in California. Pisgah Crater […]
Pyramid Canyon
This hike takes you through the dramatic Pyramid Canyon with its tall, deeply etched walls, and ends with the unique geology of Ash Cove. This relatively easy hike is also easy to get to and is a must for photographers and […]
Rodman Mountains Dirt Road Adventure
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Route 66 Ludlow to Needles
The most remote and barren stretch of Route 66 passes through California’s Mojave Desert between Barstow and the Colorado River, and the touring route described here covers a large portion of it, between the towns of Ludlow and Needles. Even […]
Sunrise Canyon Hike
Sunrise Canyon is a significant canyon and drainage on the southeast side of the Calico Mountains facing the I-15 freeway. It makes for a nice and easy hike into a remote and colorful desert canyon. There is no hiking trail. […]