Mojave National Preserve

National Preserve · CA · nps.gov page

Kelso Dunes with rays of light coming through the clouds. Mountains in the background..
Kelso Dunes is the most popular hike at Mojave National Preserve.Photo: NPS

Mojave preserves a diverse mosaic of ecological habitats and a 10,000 year history of human connection with the desert. Offering extensive opportunities to experience desert landscapes, the preserve promotes understanding and appreciation for the increasingly threatened resources of the Mojave Desert. This remote preserve encourages a sense of discovery and a connection to wild places.

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Spring wildflowers carpeting the desert floor
Many people visit Mojave in the spring season to view stunning wildflower displays.Photo: NPS Photo
A desert tortoise rest in the shade of a bush near some hikers
Mojave has a great diversity of wildlife. In spring and fall, the elusive desert tortoise can be seen foraging food.Photo: NPS Photo
A lonely desert trail leads to tall sand dunes
Mojave has endless options for hikers. Kelso Sand Dunes are a popular trail in cooler months.Photo: NPS Photo
A man standing on a mountain peak in front of a wide desert landscape
Mojave is a hiker's paradise. With no less than 9 named mountain ranges int he park, there's no shortage of amazing views to be had.Photo: NPS Photo
A Joshua tree seen though the window of an old miner's cabin
Visitors can still hear the echos of history here. Evidence of days long past still persist in Mojave. Native American petroglyphs, long-abandoned mines, and cattle ranches still dot the landscape.Photo: NPS Photo
Kelso Dunes with rays of light coming through the clouds. Mountains in the background..
Kelso Dunes is the most popular hike at Mojave National Preserve.Photo: NPS

Park information and photos come from the National Park Service. This is not an official NPS site.