Saddleback Butte State Park
High Traffic Alert
This park experiences heavy crowds, especially on weekends.
Check out the similar parks below for a better experience
Popular destination, arrive early for parking
Best: Weekdays before 10am
This 3,000-acre park protects a granite butte rising from the Mojave Desert floor, surrounded by Joshua tree woodlands. The trail to the 3,651-foot summit offers panoramic views of the Antelope Valley and distant mountains. Spring brings spectacular wildflower blooms when conditions are right. The park showcases classic high desert ecology with yucca, cacti, and Joshua trees. Excellent stargazing due to dark skies. A peaceful desert escape north of Los Angeles.
* State park fees vary by park, season, and residency. Confirm current rates on the official website.
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Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
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Why go: Similar desert landscapes, solitude, off-the-beaten-path character experience
Around 129 miles away
