Within an hour’s drive from the city, you can find yourself on a sandy beach to pass the time outdoors or head to either of the highest and the lowest points of the continental United States. When you visit, you won’t want to leave Ridgecrest. Hotels here make it easy to enjoy local attractions like their petroglyphs. The city even hosts a Petroglyph and Heritage Festival where you can experience ancient, desert culture with locals or visit the attraction on your own. You’ll find rock art dating back 10,000 years with symbols of Native American celebrations, communities and more. You can explore more of the city’s outdoors when you visit nearby places like Fossil Falls, Trona Pinnacles, Red Rock Canyon, Sequoia National Park, Joshua Tree and Death Valley.
Before you choose where to start your expedition, take the Eastern Sierra Scenic Byway on highway 395. You will pass volcanic formations, ghost towns, desert landscapes, scenic lakes and more. In fact, you can learn about the city and its terrain at the Maturango Museum, which features the natural and cultural history of the Upper Mojave Desert. If you’re indecisive about what you want to do during your trip, head to Ridgecrest. This city is just a short drive away from a variety of activities, whether you want to soak in the sun at a beach or a desert or climb a variety of mountains. When you book with Choice Hotels in Ridgecrest, CA, our hosts will make you feel welcome and help you plan your time during your getaway. Don’t waste another minute, get packed and book online now!