The Mojave Desert Travel Guide
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Fodor's California 2013
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Dust and desolation, tumbleweeds and rattlesnakes, barren landscapes—these are the bleak images that come to mind when most people hear the word desert. But east of the Sierra Nevada, where the land quickly flattens and the rain seldom falls, the desert is anything but a wasteland.
The Mojave Desert Hotels
Hotel chains and roadside motels are the desert's primary lodging options. The tourist season runs from late May through September. Reservations are rarely...read more
The Mojave Desert Restaurants
Throughout the desert and the Eastern Sierra, dining is a fairly simple affair. Owens Valley is home to many mom-and-pop eateries, as well as a few fast-food...read more
Things To Do in The Mojave Desert
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The Mojave Desert
- $29.95 & up : Full Size rentals in Inyokern Hotwire
- $22.95 & up : Compact rentals in Inyokern — $23 Hotwire
- $23.95 & up : Economy rentals in Inyokern — $24 Hotwire
The Mojave Desert Experiences
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Nostalgia: Old neon signs, historic motels, and restored (or neglected but still striking) Harvey House rail stations abound across this desert... Read more
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Hiking trails are abundant throughout the desert and along the eastern base of the Sierra, meandering toward sights that you can't see from the... Read more
News & Features
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News, Hotels
From the steamed cider aromas that hit you in the lobby to the local ingredients served in the restaurant,... Read more
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Trip Ideas
You might not expect to find yourself amongst wine grapes a mere 75 miles outside of New York City.... Read more
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Travel Tips
Summertime is practically synonymous with road trips.... Read more
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