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In the northeast corner of
Kern County in the Northern Mojave Desert resides the town of
Ridgecrest, considered the gateway to Death Valley National Park.
Located in the southern portion of the Indian Wells Valley, it is
surrounded by four mountain ranges; the Sierra Nevada on the west,
the Cosos on the north, the Argus Range on the east, and the El
Paso Mountains on the south. It is approximately 80 miles from the
Lancaster/Palmdale area and approximately 125 miles from both
Bakersfield and San Bernardino, the three nearest major urban
centers.
Noted for its incredible
geological formations, travelers to this area can take in Death
Valley National Park, Red Rock Canyon State Park, Trona Pinnacles
National and Rainbow Basin Natural Landmarks. You will find
history, adventure, extreme weather and Desert intrigue.
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