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Essex
State Park
Located deep in the Mojave Desert, Providence Mountains State Recreation Area is a standout destination famous for housing the historic Mitchell Caverns. Often cited as a must-visit stop on a Route 66 road trip, the park offers guided cave tours that visitors are encouraged to book in advance through ReserveCalifornia.com.
- Book Mitchell Caverns tours in advance via ReserveCalifornia.com
- Plan for a remote desert environment deep in the Mojave
- Add this destination to your Route 66 road trip itinerary
- Join a guided tour to experience the park's unique cave systems
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MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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