Mojave National Preserve (U.S. National Park Service)

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Desert solitude in Southern California

Singing sand dunes, volcanic cinder cones, Joshua tree forests, and carpets of wildflowers are all found at this 1.6 million acre park. A visit to its canyons, mountains and mesas will reveal long-abandoned mines, homesteads, and rock-walled military outposts. Located between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, Mojave provides serenity and solitude from major metropolitan areas.

Historic Preservation

The Hilltop House is an example of the historic restoration projects that are taking place in Mojave National Preserve to maintain and showcase the rich cultural heritage that is here.

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The Beanery at Kelso

After a nearly two-decade-long hiatus, the Kelso Depot lunch room—"The Beanery"—is back in business.
Open daily, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Podcasts from Mojave National Preserve

Join the National Park Service and Friends as we explore Mojave National Preserve in Mojave Desert Tracks, a series of audio and video programs from and about this special place!

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Field Weather Station

How much precipitation do you think the preserve received this year? Find the answer on the water chart for 2009-2010.

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Write to

Mojave National Preserve
2701 Barstow Road
Barstow, California 92311

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Phone

Visitor Information
(760) 252-6100

Group Camp Reservations
(760) 928-2572

Fax

(760) 252-6174

Climate

Visitors to Mojave National Preserve should expect bright, clear skies, seasonally strong winds, and wide fluctuations in day-night temperatures.

Annual precipitation ranges from 3.5 inches at low elevations to nearly ten inches in the mountains.

At low elevations, temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (F) typically begin in May and can last into October. Winter temperatures can reach lows in the teens and daytime highs of 50-60 degrees F.

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