Waling the East Mojave - A Visitor's Guide to Mojave National Preserve

The "Crown Jewel of the California Desert" beckons all to experience the vast, untamed land of the East Mojave. Explore the wonders of this one-million-and-a-half-acre landscape that's only a few hours' drive from the city, but a world apart. Tour the world's largest Joshua tree forest, follow traditional paths to Fort Piute, Ivanpah, and Zzyzx. Marvel at Wild Horse Canyon, Hole-in-the-Wall, the Mojave River, Mitchell Caverns, and Kelso Dunes. Hike trails out to mesas and extinct volcanoes. And relive history and adventure, with the bonus of rare, vintage photographs, as the author chronicles tales of the fabled Route 66.