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Exploring the Mojave and Colorado deserts
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Red Rock Canyon State Park

Located 25 miles north of Mojave on Highway 14, Red Rock Canyon State Park is a beautiful area with unusual cliffs, rock formations, and mineral deposits. It is located in a canyon between the Sierras and the El Paso mountains. The elevation is 2,600 feet. The park is open year-round, and is a popular winter spot. There are campgrounds and an information center.

This is an incredibly beautiful place. It's a desert canyon with many different faces and colors, and a mood that changes with the time of day. Photogs, load your cameras, and bring plenty of storage media or film; you'll need lots of it of it here.

Nearby are both Jawbone and Last Chance Canyons, and the El Paso Mountains, which are all great areas for exploring and rockhounding.

Campsites, facilities: 50 sites for tents or motor homes up to 30 feet long. Piped water, fire grills and picnic tables are provided. Pit toilets, a dump station, exhibits and a nature trail are available. Two campgrounds are wheelchair accessible. Pets are permitted on leashes.

Reservations are not required. Fees are $10-$12 fee per night; $1 pet fee. For information, phone the park at (661) 942-0662 or (818) 880-0350.

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