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    2.5 (2 reviews)

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    Last Chance Canyon - Around our camping side

    Last Chance Canyon

    5.0(1 review)
    19.0 mi

    Just a few comments on the local Mojave area around Edwards, not on this specifically posted…read more(business)location. Although the posted commentary of the first reviewer certainly sounds typical, I'd somewhat question the comment about hot nights in the Mojave. My personal experience has been that typically, about 4 PM every day, a strong wind comes up across the Mojave and temps usually can drop over 50 degrees from day to night. North of Edwards, in the eastern reaches of California City, there used to be (not sure if still there) a long dirt road-trail across the desert, that one might drive, knowing that you were traversing the old and famous 20 mule-team Borax Trail, from Death Valley to the railhead at Mojave. (See: http://home.earthlink.net/~cyberkiwi/desertexploration/trborax.htm) East of Edwards, there is an area famous for Hot-Air Ballooning. South of Edwards, east of Lancaster, off a desert road, a hillside encropment, host an open mine entrance, with old tracks and an unsafe old wooden ladder, that descends into the almost vertical depths of the old mine, only to find the bottom-of-the-shaft filled with water. A friend once slowly descended into the water, to find a horizontal water-filled shaft with air-pockets under the roof. (Not recommended!) If you can access Edwards itself, South Edwards may yet have traces of the old Edwards Sled-Track, on which the Astronauts rode a rocket-sled across the desert, to experience G-forces. The track was moved to Holloman AB, New Mexico years ago. Along the south rim of Rogers Dry Lake Bed, are the old remaining buildings and roads of the original Edwards, nee Muroc Army Air Station, made famous in air-flight history, with famous names like Chuck Yeager, X-1 rocket ship and more. Just walking through this area, when the wind blows, one can almost feel the winds of history! And finally (here), there is the famous Edwards Rocket Base, on the ridge overlooking Rogers Dry Lake, somewhat south-east of Edwards. Here is a website (link) to another website with a quote that 'paints-a-magnificent-picture', of the time-and-place of Rocket Base in history, as told in the Foreword to an online Hollywood Documentary screenplay. Enjoy! http://www.fiwd.org/Reality.htm

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    Last Chance Canyon - Just beautiful and great experience for few days

    Just beautiful and great experience for few days

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    Tomo-Kahni State Historic Park

    Tomo-Kahni State Historic Park

    5.0(1 review)
    8.3 mi

    Tomo-Kahni (translated "winter village") was the site of a Kawaiisu Native American Village. The…read moreHistoric Park is located along a ridge in the Tehachapi Mountains. The site can only be accessed by guided tours which are held two Saturdays per month during the spring and fall months. On the 1.5 mile walking tour you'll get to learn about the Kawaiisu people and how they used to live. You'll also learn about some of the native plants, such as the ephedra plant which was used to make a stimulating tea and the burned charcoal was used to make decorative tattoos. You'll get to see various bedrock mortars where the would crush acorns into their staple meal. You'll pass by large boulders covered in vibrant and colorful neon green and orange lichen. The tour ends at the Ceremonial Cave, also known as Creation Cave or the Teddy Bear Cave. It's really more of a rock shelter. Inside there are well preserved pictographs. The cave is said to be guarded by a supernatural grizzly bear that lives within the rock face that guards the cave from unworthy intruders. Overall it was a vary enjoyable visit. The tour starts at 8:30 AM at the Tehachapi Museum. After a 30 min orientation you'll caravan to the site. We got back to our car around 1pm. The fee for the tour is $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 6- 16. There is also a $10 registration fee. You can call 661-946-6092 for tour information and reservations.

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    Tomo-Kahni State Historic Park - Bedrock mortars

    Bedrock mortars

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    Philip Marx Central Park

    Philip Marx Central Park

    4.4(11 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    We spent many days at this park when my kids were young. My Moms group used to meet here so the…read morekids could play. Happy memories, all those kids are now grown and moved on to start their lives. This park was named after the founder of Tehachapi. It has the prettiest, tallest shade trees around. It has over 5 acres of grass, there is picnic tables, BBQ's, restrooms and a gazebo in the center of the park. You can rent the gazebo for $75.00 and a security deposit of $75.00. I have been to many parties in the park and the gazebo is really nice to set the food and gifts in. I personally know a couple people who were married in it. You can even rent out the full park for an event for $500 a day with a $1500 deposit. The playground is newly renovated and you always see happy kids running around. I have been here on multiple occasions and have seen kids in the late teens and young adults hanging out near the restrooms. They are definitely up to no good, We have seen small kids at the park themselves, I don't recommend that. This may be a small town but there is a drug problem and some of the people like to hang out here. So as long as the kids are supervised this is a nice place to spend some time. Many events are held here, Tehachapi Mountain festival, Tehachapi Old-timers Reunion, music in the park and also movies in the park. You can check with the Tehachapi Parks and Recreation for more information.

    Maybe it's the weather, maybe it's the community - but Tehachapi holds a special place in my heart…read more It's also where my boyfriend works and occasionally I get to visit him. This park is not too far from his campus and is a great spot to stretch the legs and wander around. I love the tree carvings and lush old-growth landscaping. This is a great park to escape the heat and bring the kids to run around!

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    Rosamond Summit

    Rosamond Summit

    5.0(2 reviews)
    24.0 mi

    Very nice work out and fun on a quad also Kinda hard getting…read moredown if your on a quad so be careful because you might roll over

    Rosamond Summit is the peak of the second-highest elevation in Rosamond (the highest elevation in…read moreRosamond is Willow Springs Butte). Rosamond is a census-designated place (CDP) in Kern County, California. According to the USPS, portions of Rosamond also include Tropico Village and Willow Springs. Rosamond is the Westernmost valley of the Mojave Desert. The elevation at Rosamond Summit is approximately 3,091 feet according to the USGS. The elevation gain required to reach the summit ranges between 580 feet to 710 feet from the nearest paved roads, and is dependent on the initial entry point chosen for this hike. Reaching this summit requires a low-level hike, typically referred to as a class 1 hike by hikers. This summit is easily reachable within one half an hour for most skill levels starting from the nearest paved road. The majority of this hike is taken by following dirt pathways, but occasionally the pathway requires travel in gravel-covered rocks. Since I would classify this as a class 1 hike, travel to the summit does not require your hands for climbing or any other rock-climbing gear. Hiking to this summit is enjoyable, and is generally easy for a novice hiker that is physically fit and able. This hike is an excellent way to get a little exercise followed by the rewarding 360 degree view at the top. Although reaching the summit only takes about a half an hour, my suggestion would be to budget an hour and a half for the entire round trip so you can enjoy some rewarding time at the top. As with any hike, it is important to be aware of safety considerations. For me, this always includes telling someone where I am going, going during safe weather conditions, going during daylight hours, and bringing the appropriate supplies. At a bare minimum, your supplies should include water, a fully charged cellphone, ID, keys, sunglasses, and at least one good walking stick. Other items may be beneficial during hot days, such as a good hat and sun block, but be extra careful on hot days since it is easy to get heat exhaustion in the desert. A good walking stick is a must, and can serve multiple purposes, not only for increased balance and stability along the gravel-covered rocks, but also for additional protection. On rare occasions I have seen coyotes along this hike, and this can be a little scary and unexpected. Other animals seen may include various birds, gophers, rabbits, and snakes. For me, my walking stick is also beneficial during my return, after my legs are more tired and it is too easy to gain unwanted speed while descending. In short, this is a relatively easy hike, but one must still take the appropriate safety precautions. As one would expect, this hike is within desert terrain, so your view is mostly of tumbleweeds, dirt, gravel and rocks. Although this may sound boring to some, the scenery is rather beautiful to me. The view at the top is breathtaking, and your efforts are rewarded with clear visibility for several miles, all the way to the horizon.

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