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Very interesting area. Wide open space. It was very hot during our visit so didn't walk around much.
A great place of solitude. Kelso is an interesting stop with great story. Joshua trees north of Kelso are a bonus
The Mojave National Preserve is located in Southern California between I-15 and I-40. This massive preserve spans 1,600,000 acres (650,000 ha). Various points of interest include the Kelso Sand Dunes, Marl mountains, Cima Dome, and volcanic formations like Hole-in-the-wall!
ProTips:
1) If you are looking for a Scenic route between Las Vegas and Southern California and have 1.5 hours to spare - make sure to exit Nipton Road if on I-15 or exit Kelbaker Road from I-40
2) Be sure to have a full tank of gas before driving thru the Mojave National Preserve - there are no fuel stations inside the Preserve
3) The Kelso Depot Visitors Center is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday (December 2018)
What a beautiful desert, this is just 3-4 minutes from the I-40. Stop by get out of your car and enjoy the view.
We were in n in early January, the place is empty and peaceful. It’s great not to be here when its over run by tourists like me🤣
