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Points of Interest in the Antelope Valley
There are many interesting places to see in and around the AV. Whether you are
planning an outing to the Devil’s Punchbowl, the Famous Poppy Fields or taking in the
history of the AV at the Space Walk of Heroes there’s something for everyone’s taste here in the high desert.
The healthy snow pack this year means Wrightwood will be on most AV residents’ to do list. It also should make Littlerock dam a cool place to hang out when the weather warms.
Be sure to check out the poppy fields too!
With the healthy rainfall this is shaping up to
be a banner year for our famous poppies.
Freshest flowers direct from the grower!
With the Antelope Valley’s history as a center of aerospace research, development and
now privatization, there are numerous places to put on your must do list. The Blackbird
Air Museum is really shaping up as a place to see. Each time I pass by there seems to be
another bit of our local aviation history added to the grounds. The nearby Skunkworks
would also be an interesting tour, but if they gave you a tour they may have to kill you.
Over in Lancaster the aerospace walk of fame honors the pioneers of the area who risked
all for the sake of progress in our reach for the stars. Edwards Air Force Base is where the rubber meets the road so-to-speak, where the brave
military and civilian personel continue today to push the boundries of flight.
The latest addition is the Mojave SpacePort where development and testing is being
done in order to take on private spaceflight.
Here's a few more places to see.
Apollo Park
Devil’s Punchbowl
Red Rock and Randsburg Make A great Day Trip
If you're looking for an interesting way to spend a Saturday or even a weekend Red Rock Canyon and Randsburg might be a good choice . A little over 1 hour north of the Antelope Valley this area makes for a great day trip. Follow the old 20 mule team route to find a some magnificent natural landscapes and a taste of the old west .
Red Rock Canyon State Park
Red Rock Canyon State Park features scenic desert cliffs, buttes and spectacular rock formations. The park is located where the southernmost tip of the Sierra Nevada convergence with the El Paso Range. During the early 1870s, the colorful rock formations in the park served as landmarks for 20-mule team freight wagons that stopped 
for water. After wet winters, the park's floral displays are stunning.
Camping
Camping is not allowed anywhere within the park except Ricardo Campground. The campground is located at the base of dramatic desert cliffs and has 50 primitive campsites, potable water, pit toilets, fire rings, and tables. A maximum of 8 people are allowed per site (there are no group sites).
Camping is $12 per night per site, which includes parking for one vehicle per site, or $10 per night with seniors (62 years old or older). Additional vehicles are $5 each, which includes all OHV, 4x4, and tow vehicles. Self-registration/payment is required before setting up camp or parking. Vehicles (including OHV) must be parked within the rock lined areas provided at each campsite. No horses or livestock allowed in the campground. Overnight parking in the day-use lot is not permitted.
Day Use
Miles of trails wander through the dramatic landscape of the park. Hiking is the best way to experience the desert. Horses are not allowed in the campground; however horse camping is available by arrangement at Donely Horse Camp. Call the Mojave Desert Information Center to make arrangements.
Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation
All licensed vehicles (street legal and OHV with green stickers) may travel on the primitive (dirt) road system within the park. All drivers of vehicles (street legal and OHVs) within the park must be licensed, with the exception of Cantil Wash and the frontage road south of Cantil Wash, which are open to unlicensed operators of OHV green sticker vehicles when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please watch for Closed Route signs and check maps for open routes (please do not create new routes). Location/Directions
The park is 25 miles northeast of Mojave on Highway 14, near Cantil. Go west 1/4 mile on Abbott Drive. The park is 120 miles north of Los Angeles, via Interstate 5 and Highway 14.
