Located at the convergence of the Sierra Nevada and El Paso mountain ranges, the Red Rock Canyon State Park has a unique wow-factor. Protecting and showcasing scenic cliffs, buttes and remarkable rock formations in vivid colors, which vary from ochre to bright red, the park is a definite must-see for any visitor to California. Dry and desert-like in summer, the park explodes with colorful wild flowers after wet winters, which makes it a year-round attraction for nature lovers. The park offers varied activities which include hiking along a network of desert trails, horse-back riding, off-road vehicle trails and biking. You can enjoy a night under the desert skies at the Ricardo Campground (primitive campsites with fire rings and tables – no RV hook-ups).

Red Rock Canyon State Park, 37749 Abbott Dr, Cantil, CA 93519, Phone: 661-839-6553

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