Providence Mountains State Recreation Area
Broad valleys full of cactus, creosote bush, sand dunes, cinder cones, dramatic mountain ranges and caverns filled with intricate limestone formations can all be found in this state recreation area.

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
The largest state park in the contiguous United States features washes, wildflowers, palm groves, cacti, desert wildlife and sweeping vistas. Over 500 miles of primitive roads to explore!

Red Rock Canyon State Park
Scenic desert cliffs, buttes, spectacular rock formations, stunning floral displays and petroglyphs from the Kawaiisu Indians can all be found in this fantastic park.